The following are some of the factors that are expected to drive growth in renewable energy over the next 10 years:

• President Obama’s renewable energy policies.
• Global warming.
• Increased consumer desire for clean energy.
• The worldwide race to develop better batteries.
• Heightened awareness of energy security.
• The smart grid for energy efficiency.
• Clean energy technology needs of China.
• Cap and trade system that is likely to be law.