GlobalData’s new report, “North and South America Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2010”, provides an in-depth analysis of the renewable energy policy initiatives and regulations in North and South America. The research focuses on the implementation and impact of policy initiatives on the growth of renewable energy in these regions. The report provides insights and information on renewable energy policies in North and South America and analyzes the drivers for the growth of the renewable energy market. It discusses the policy initiatives and legislation adopted by the governments in North and South America to promote growth and investments in the renewable energy market. Policy instruments such as Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS), feed-in tariffs and government programs have been elaborated in each country under the scope of this report. The report also deals with various fiscal and financial measures such as tax credits, tax reforms, subsidies, low interest loans to encourage the growth of the renewable energy market in North and South America.