Study of alternative strategies and methods for conserving energy. Final report

Technical Report · Fri Apr 01 04:00:00 EST 1977

OSTI ID:6347328

Objectives of the study were: (1) to identify and analyze alternative methods, means, and techniques, for controlling and moderating the consumption of energy; (2) to evaluate the impact of regulatory actions, taxes, incentives, subsidies or other strategies and methods on alternative physical technologies for energy conservation; and (3) to evaluate, macro- and micro-economic impacts and consequences of alternative energy conservation methods, means and techniques on work, leisure, life styles, and institutions on a local, regional, and national level. The study excludes automobile and related road vehicle energy consumption control strategies, but includes those for residential, commercial, industrial, and other energy end-use sectors. The time frame is from 1973 to 1990/2000, with emphasis on the period 1973-1980.

• Research Organization: Boston Univ., MA (USA). School of Social Work
• OSTI ID: 6347328
• Report Number(s): PB-283758; BDM/W-77-131-TR
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

29 ENERGY PLANNING, POLICY, AND ECONOMY
291000* -- Energy Planning & Policy-- Conservation
298000 -- Energy Planning & Policy-- Consumption & Utilization
32 ENERGY CONSERVATION, CONSUMPTION, AND UTILIZATION
320100 -- Energy Conservation
Consumption
& Utilization-- Buildings
ECONOMIC IMPACT
ENERGY CONSERVATION
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
FEASIBILITY STUDIES
FINANCIAL INCENTIVES
LEISURE TIME ACTIVITIES
PLANNING
REGULATIONS
TAXES
TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT