Renewable Power Generation Subsidy

South Korea: Renewable Power Generation Subsidy

Korea uses incentives and subsidies to compensate for the difference between the base price and the system marginal price for each new and renewable energy source. It is considering extending the incentives to tidal power, fuel cells and biomass technologies as well.


Date Implemented: 2002, extended 2003

Status: In Force; Voluntary

References: National Communication to the UNFCCC