Felicity Bradstock is a freelance writer specialising in Energy and Finance. She has a Master’s in International Development from the University of Birmingham, UK. Renewable energy may be incredibly popular as a concept, but when it comes to actually implementing a renewable project, local residents will often resist. A combination of a not-in-my-backyard mentality, fears of losing their jobs, and even environmental concerns will often undermine renewable energy projects. While the recent energy commodity crisis has highlighted the long-term need for renewable energy, governments and companies will have to work hard to win over local populations. Governments around the world are pushing for the rapid development of renewable energy projects in an attempt to move away from fossil fuels. But as Europe and the U.S. speed ahead with new solar and wind projects, the criticism these projects are facing is ramping up as well. Whether or not energy firms […]