I really like the idea of municipalities and states taking non controlling stakes in these facilities, and working to raise funds locally.  The unique system of social finance in Navarra allowed them to embrace renewable energy.  Navarra is set to be 100% renewable for electricity by 2010.  Which is simply incredible.  The cajas played a huge part in this.

Another possibilit for organizing finances might be a stakeholding instiution built around the National Farmer's Union, to market electricity, and allow for collective action.

And I'll give my consent to any government that does not deny a man a living wage-Billy Bragg