BRIDGING GAPS IN RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION: STAKEHOLDER-CENTRIC STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINABLE TRANSITION

Abstract

Renewable energy projects have emerged as critical pathways for achieving sustainable development and decarbonization targets. However, their implementation continues to face persistent barriers spanning technical, financial, regulatory, environmental, and social dimensions. This study examines the complex interplay of these challenges through a stakeholder-centric lens, highlighting how diverse actors such as government agencies, developers, investors, and local communities perceive and prioritize barriers. By integrating insights from policy analysis, financial feasibility, technological innovation, and community engagement, the research provides a multi-dimensional framework to understand the root causes of project delays, cost escalations, and resistance. A mixed-method approach combining quantitative assessments with qualitative perspectives ensures comprehensive analysis of barrier severity and interdependencies. The findings emphasize the necessity of aligning stakeholder perceptions with policy reforms, innovative financing, and inclusive participation mechanisms to accelerate renewable energy adoption and ensure long-term sustainability.