Rebates motivate

Journal Article · Tue Oct 01 04:00:00 EDT 1985 · Am. Gas Assoc. Mon.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5981487

Kauffman, L

This article discusses a program implemented by Pacific Gas and Electric in 1984 to offer cash rebates as an incentive to ''unmotivated'' customers to make their homes and businesses more energy efficient. The Cashback program grew out of PG and E's existing financing programs for residential customers, which were developed during the late 1970's to encourage home conservation improvements. It is concluded that the rebates in fact are the most effective trigger for energy-efficient equipment conversions.

• OSTI ID: 5981487
• Journal Information: Am. Gas Assoc. Mon.; (United States), Journal Name: Am. Gas Assoc. Mon.; (United States) Vol. 67:10; ISSN AGAMA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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29 ENERGY PLANNING, POLICY, AND ECONOMY
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ELECTRIC UTILITIES
ENERGY CONSERVATION
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
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HOUSES
PUBLIC UTILITIES
RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS
RESIDENTIAL SECTOR