Energy and economic effects of residential energy conservation programs

Conference · Sat Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1977

OSTI ID:5430366

Hirst, E; Carney, J

A detailed simulation model of residential energy consumption is used to evaluate the energy and direct economic effects of several conservation programs: appliance efficiency targets, thermal standards for new construction, and retrofit of existing housing units. Results suggest that each of these programs saves energy and saves money. For example, these programs could cut energy use in the year 2000 by 15 to 25 percent and save households $25 to $45 billion between now and 2000.

• Research Organization: Oak Ridge National Lab., Tenn. (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: W-7405-ENG-26
• OSTI ID: 5430366
• Report Number(s): CONF-770804-11
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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APPLIANCES
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GOVERNMENT POLICIES
HEATERS
HOUSES
RESIDENTIAL SECTOR
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THERMAL INSULATION
WATER HEATERS