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Renewable Energy Plants and Business Models: A New Rural Development Perspective

María-José Prados, Marta Pallarès-Blanch, Ramón García Marín, Carolina del Valle Ramos · 2021 · Energies

Summary. Renewable energy plants in Spain create opportunities for rural development through local economic activities and business model innovation. Some businesses directly connect to energy plants and generate stable jobs, while others diversify through land leasing arrangements. The study finds that renewable energy integration requires stronger governance frameworks and strategic planning to align energy transition with sustainable development goals and rural community well-being.

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Prados, M., Pallarès-Blanch, M., Marín, R. G., & Ramos, C. D. V.. (2021). Renewable Energy Plants and Business Models: A New Rural Development Perspective. Energies. https://doi.org/10.3390/en14175438

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DOI
10.3390/en14175438
Countries
Spain
Regions
Europe
Categories
energy, regional-innovation-systems, climate-and-environment
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2026-04-28