Abstract: . . .  in 1999 - especially very successful in Andalucia. Incentive programs are developed further, including legislation and obligatory measures (Barcelona and others). Supply side and infra- structure is still to be developed (an open and harmonized market will generate extra stimulants) therefore the growth rate is tempered - but Spain is expected to be one of the fast developing markets in EU. Sweden Market mainly focusing on large projects, incentive programs are con- sidered and slowly started. Switzerland Unfortunately the 'Campaign for Renewable Energy' in 09.2000 failed but in 2002 a new initiative to facilitate/stimulate solar with positive results was done. UK Still only very few concrete renewable initiatives (for heating) are con- sidered. In general energy efficiency and renewables are starting to come on the political agenda.  . . .
. . .  and Federal governments and the utility sec- tor have developed a number of positive initiatives. Ambitious goals are set and a number of tools to accomplish these goals are given (more or less in line with the ASTIG/DSMT-recommendations). DenmarkThe Danish mark et has been stagnating for some years - mainly due to a doubtful approach of utility suppliers - after a successful period in the mid-nineties. New positive political initiatives are under develop- ment leading to a possible new impulse through solar-friendly regulati- ons and stimulants. The supply has developed strongly, in particular specializing in large solar thermal plants. Finland The market is expected to increase gradually due to expected increase in district heating applications. Page 6 22 Solar energy Fig. 22 France Positive effects are expected as a result of strong new incentive pro- grams and through more 'open market policy' in the coming years. Further market 'increase is expected in combination with favourable climate conditions and stimulants through implementation of ASTIG/ DSMT recommendation Germany There are strong indications that the present market growth figures will continue. Both the political as well as the strong industrial environ- ment (almost completely . . .
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