Estimating residential electricity demand under declining-block tariffs: an econometric study using micro-data. [Los Angeles, County, CA]

Journal Article · Sun Jun 01 04:00:00 EDT 1980 · Appl. Econ.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1080/00036848000000021· OSTI ID:5139896

Acton, J ^[1]; Mitchell, B M; Sohlberg, R

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1. Rand Corp., Santa Monica, CA

A disaggregated economic study of 3825 geographic areas of Los Angeles County was used to estimate electricity demand under declining-block rates. Micro-level data were collected on the marginal price of households, the control of eight major appliances, and weather variables. Several biases are noted, but demand theory under declining-block rates is confirmed. The results are given in terms of short- and long-run changes and income elasticities. 15 references, 5 figures, 3 tables. (DCK)

• OSTI ID: 5139896
• Journal Information: Appl. Econ.; (United States), Journal Name: Appl. Econ.; (United States) Vol. 12:2; ISSN APPEB
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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