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Title: Attitudes, knowledge and behavior of American consumers regarding energy conservation with some implications for governmental action

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:6041283

American consumers, who use one-third of our energy, favor energy conservation, but generally do not practice it. This paper presents empirical data and analyses of psychological, cultural, economic, and political reasons for this; indicates effective incentives and motivations for conservation; and spells out the implications for governmental policy and action.

Research Organization:
Federal Energy Administration, Washington, DC (USA). Office of Energy Conservation and Environment
OSTI ID:
6041283
Report Number(s):
FEA/D-76/466
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English