6. report state of renewable energies in Europe

For more than 8 years, EurObserv'ER has been collecting data on European Union renewable energy sources to describe the evolving state and dynamism of the different sectors in its thematic barometers. This annual evaluation is a synthesis of the work published in 2006. It provides an assessment of the 8 renewable sectors. Comparisons are presented between their performances and the European Commission White Paper and Biomass Action Plan objectives. The concentrating solar power and ocean energy are also presented. (A.L.B.)