implications of intermittency and transmission constraints for renewables deployment 3 4 2007 1 introduction in order to meet its kyoto objectives accelerate the transition a low carbon economy uk has set itself long term target cutting emissions by 60 2050 one key aspect decarbonisation involves move towards electricity generation given increased pressure from other sectors most notably road transport aviation it is likely that more stringent cuts will be needed sector push forward this structural adjustment government providing 15 needs renewable energy sources 2015 an aspirational 20 2020 technologies are characterised their regional variation chapter we explore at example wind power which expected provide large fractions over coming years see elders et al aim understand some implication or ambitious targets system structure analysis use investment
