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Renewable Energy Perception Study: Utility Customers Across 4 EU Markets

Energy Consumer Research Van Westendorp CAWI EU Markets Sustainability Research

The Challenge

A European utility company required consumer perception data on renewable energy offerings across Germany, France, Netherlands, and Sweden. 500 household utility customers per market. Willingness to pay a green premium and solar/wind intent required.

Our Approach

CAWI survey with active utility customer screener. Renewable attitude scale, solar and wind intent module, and Van Westendorp green premium pricing. Native-language surveys in German, French, and Dutch.

Results

2,000 completes. 4 EU markets. 10-day delivery. Willingness-to-pay analysis and renewable intent segmentation delivered by market.

Client Outcome

Sweden showed the highest green premium tolerance (avg +€18/month). Germany showed the highest solar panel installation intent. Client prioritised Sweden and Germany for its 2026 renewable utility tariff rollout.

Project Specifications

  • Markets Covered: Germany, France, Netherlands, Sweden.
  • Audience Recruited: Active household utility bill decision makers.
  • Survey setup: Van Westendorp green premium pricing modules.
  • Localization: Localized in French, German, and Dutch.

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