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The role of data in evaluating energy conservation programs

The role of data in evaluating energy conservation programs

Authors :
Eric Hirst
Source :
Evaluation and Program Planning. 4:219-228
Publication Year :
1981
Publisher :
Elsevier BV, 1981.

Abstract

The major uncertainty about energy conservation is not its importance in resolving energy problems, but the role of governments vis-a-vis the free market. During the past few years, both the overall efficiency of energy use and the number of government conservation programs increased sharply. However, the extent to which these efficiency improvements were due to government programs is unclear. A key element in the careful evaluation of these conservation programs is data. Data, particularly on energy consumption, are needed to help sort out the effects of government programs relative to market forces. However, data can serve these purposes only if they are accurate, consistent, comprehensive, accessible, and documented. This paper discusses data requirements and current data sources for careful evaluation of energy conservation programs.

Details

ISSN :
01497189
Volume :
4
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Evaluation and Program Planning
Accession number :
edsair.doi...........2a05ec07676791b2a6c8f1eafb5ff95f
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/0149-7189(81)90023-9