Abstract: The paper presents the potential for RES in Romania
and the results of the Romanian national research project “Romania
contribution to the European targets regarding the development of
renewable energy sources - PROMES". The objective of the project
is the development of energy generation from renewable energy
sources (RES) in Romania by drawing up scenarios and prognosis
harmonized with national and European targets, RES development
effects modeling (environmental, economic, social etc.), research of
the impact of the penetration of RES into the main, implementation
of an advanced software system tool for RES information recording
and communication, experimental research based on demonstrative
applications.
The expected results are briefly presented, as well as the social,
economic and environmental impact.