Energy alternatives for small farms and rural communities in Appalachia. [Monograph]

Book · Tue Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1980

OSTI ID:6730073

Blobaum, R; Belden, J; Harnik, P; Beelar, P

A six-month study of the Appalachian region finds that policymakers and farmers are both interested in small-farm and rural energy projects. Responses to the study's interviews indicate that the region's small farmers and rural people are favorable to demonstrations of owner-built energy systems. They agree that their energy costs and their incomes could be improved by adopting alternative energy technologies. The strong support for demonstrations warrants funding a highly-visible project in each subregion to function as a technical assistance and resource center for the development district. The commission recommends joint Federal and state funding, the establishment of energy committees or councils with an energy director in each district, the development of a service package, and educational training and tools made available for each district. (DCK)

• OSTI ID: 6730073
• Report Number(s): NP-25213
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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APPALACHIA
APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY
DEMONSTRATION PROGRAMS
EFFICIENCY
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FINANCIAL INCENTIVES
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