Natural gas reduction potential associated with selected residential energy efficiency measures
The focus of this report is to explore, in a speculative way, the energy saving potential associated with certain gas-related productive conservation measures for Nebraska homes. Currently, market available energy efficient natural gas furnaces, water heaters, and major appliances offer cost effective and technically feasible energy and dollar saving solutions for consumers. Additionally, in some cases, the retrofit of electronic spark igniters and flue dampers are also technically and economically prudent for the consumer. One key solution for Nebraska to minimize dollar exports for natural gas imports is to reduce natural gas consumption through the more efficient use of it, thereby making existing supplies available for other consumers. The State of Nebraska in cooperation with the federal government and the Nebraska natural gas industry can accelerate the widespread adoption of these energy conservation devices through reasonable regulatory policies and financial incentives, coupled with reliable public information on these measures. Nebraska can by the year 2000 reduce from 10 to 20% of its current residential natural gas consumption through the widespread adoption of these devices.
- Research Organization:
- Nebraska Legislative Research Office, Lincoln (USA)
- OSTI ID:
- 5059103
- Report Number(s):
- NP-2906074; ON: DE82906074
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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