Consumer behavior and energy conservation

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OSTI ID:5557899

Ester, P

This study examines the effectiveness of a number of behaviour modification instruments aimed at teaching consumers how to use energy in a more efficient way. The following instruments were tested: energy conservation information, bi-weekly and monthly energy consumption feedback and self-monitoring by consumers of their household energy consumption. This study tries to combine psychological paradigms, experimental approaches and policy relevance.

• OSTI ID: 5557899
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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