Market penetration of energy conservation measures: program results and directions from Florida Power and Light Company

Conference · Fri Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1982 · Proc. Annu. Meet. - Am. Sect. Int. Sol. Energy Soc.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6882948

Sim, S R; Whalin, M J

Florida Power and Light Company (FPL) has conducted over 25,000 computer-assisted (Class A) energy conservation audits since its Residential Conservation Service (RCS) Program began in March 1980. This paper first examines the data base provided by these audits to determine the potential market for various energy conservation measure in FPL's residential customer base. Next, the results of a statistically significant survey of audited and nonaudited customers are presented to show the relative reductions in energy consumption rates and to determine the different market penetration rates of various measures between the two groups. Due to the result shown - a relative lack of success of the energy audits to substantially increase the penetration of measures in the marketplace - FPL has introduced various conservation incentive programs to its customers. These programs provide financial incentives for purchases of ceiling insulation, reflective window film, conservation water heaters, and high-efficiency space conditioning equipment. The philosophy behind the development of these programs, their basic structure, and expected results are dealt with.

• Research Organization: Florida Power and Light Company, Miami
• OSTI ID: 6882948
• Report Number(s): CONF-820629-Vol.5-Pt.2
• Conference Information: Journal Name: Proc. Annu. Meet. - Am. Sect. Int. Sol. Energy Soc.; (United States) Journal Volume: 5
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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