In recent years, global attention to renewable energy technologies and fuel sources has markedly increased. There are many reasons for this surge in interest, including rising energy prices; conventional oil depletion; energy security; dependence on imported oil; rising concerns over climate change coupled with fossil fuel combustion contributions to greenhouse gas emissions. In the face of these forces, it is not surprising that global interests are turning at least one eye to the realm of renewable energy sources. There is a vast literature available on national and regional level...