Green Rush is written for policy makers, investors, developers and everyone with an interest in wind and solar energy in emerging markets. The book presents a concise overview of the science and economics of climate change. The technology and development process of wind and solar energy plants are explained in a straightforward, non-technical manner. The book reviews development, repeated boom-and-bust cycles, run-away markets and the challenges they have posed in many emerging markets. The drivers behind the these developments are identified and used to develop a framework for understanding, predicting and regulating the performance of wind and solar energy in emerging markets. Lessons to be learned and practical advice for developers, investors and policy makers are presented.