Energy Efficiency, Energy Conservation, and Demand Reduction Plans

Electric utilities have shifted a significant amount of their resources and attention to implementing programs aimed at reducing energy consumption and lowering peak demand either in: Energy Efficiency-Demand Reduction: Smart Meters Anticipation of projected shortages in generating capacity because of the planned decommissioning of fossil or nuclear power plants or rapid customer...

Energy Conservation and the Role of the Consumer

Begins and ends with active consumer participation With all the attention being paid to technology and its role in energy conservation, the critical factor driving success in meeting energy conservation goals is shaping consumer behavior. The most sophisticated technology, aggressive advertising campaign and even eye-catching commercial incentives will produce anemic results, unless the combined...