 In November 2007 when the Rudd (Labor) government was elected in Australia, it ratified Australia's commitment to the Kyoto Protocol, promised a target of 20% renewable power by 2020 and to do more to reduce Australia's greenhouse gas emissions.As a result, several new wind power projects were proposed in anticipation of an expanded MRET.Government subsidies for wind farms is a substantial incentive for investors but adds to the cost of electricity for consumers.