Environmental Value of Renewable Energy Varies Much Based on the Region Written by AZoCleantechDec 15 2020 New research performed at North Carolina State University reveals that the environmental advantages of renewable power generation differ considerably based on the nature of the traditional power generation offset by the renewable energy. Image Credit: Karsten Würth The research team anticipates the study will help direct future investments in renewable energy toward regions where they will do maximum good. For years, researchers have taken different approaches to try to assess the environmental benefits of renewable energy. The Energy Information Administration started releasing detailed data on renewable power generation in 2018, and we realized that we finally had an opportunity to address this issue using real-world data.