Rural residential demand for electricity

Journal Article · Sun May 01 04:00:00 EDT 1983 · Land Econ.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2307/3146045· OSTI ID:6242408

Maddigan, R J ^[1]; Chern, W S; Rizy, C G

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1. Univ. of Colorado, Denver

A simulateous-equation, partial-adjustment model of Rural Electric Cooperatives' (RECs) residential demand for electricity highlights the characteristics of rural energy demand and the tendency of rural customers to make greater short-term adjustments to price changes. The differences between rural and urban use patterns, however, are not consistent throughout the country. The model also points to how changes in the number of households and per-capita income can affect rural demand. In planning for the future, the cooperatives must identify and be aware of the unique features of their service areas, not only in respect to regional characteristics, but also in terms of the distinctive patterns or rural demand. 17 references.

• DOE Contract Number: W-7405-ENG-26
• OSTI ID: 6242408
• Journal Information: Land Econ.; (United States), Journal Name: Land Econ.; (United States) Vol. 59:2; ISSN LAECA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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