| ID | 111370 |
| Title Proper | Domestic energy use and householders' energy behaviour |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Yohanis, Yigzaw Goshu |
| Publication | 2012. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This paper discusses domestic energy use and energy behaviour. It shows some improvement in domestic energy consumption and adoption of good energy practice. The survey conducted indicated that 35% of homes could improve their energy efficiency by improved tank insulation. In the last 5 years condensing boilers have been installed only in 3% of homes, indicating that householders are unaware of their advantages. Although 88% of surveyed homes had purchased a major appliance in the last 2 years, only 16% had any idea of the energy rating of their new appliances. Use of energy saving light bulbs is predominant in kitchens compared to other rooms. 70-80% of householders undertook some kind of day-to-day energy efficiency measures. 20-35% of householders would like to invest in energy-saving measures but found cost to be a key barrier. Approximately 84% of those surveyed were unaware of the energy rating of their household appliances. Price and brand were the most important factors determining the purchase of a new appliance. Significant energy-saving could be achieved by providing appropriate information to the general public regarding temperature control, efficiency of appliances and energy-saving heating systems. |
| `In' analytical Note | Energy Policy Vol. 41; Feb 2012: p.654-665 |
| Journal Source | Energy Policy Vol. 41; Feb 2012: p.654-665 |
| Key Words | Household Energy Efficiency ; Appliances ; Interventions |