More on the rebound effect

On October 4th, abstracts are due at the eceee for its June 2013 summer study. Recently, EiD has seen several studies concerning consumer behaviour and much of it related to the rebound effect. This blog by William M. Brown, Professor of Public Administration and Urban Studies at Cleveland State University, should give aspiring authors some … Continue reading More on the rebound effect →

More on behavioural aspects of energy efficiency

William Pentland writes on the Forbes website about human behaviour. It is important to note his conclusion that most people make rational economic choices if they have the wherewithal to do so. Human Behavior: The Hot Spot in Energy Efficiency The average “uninformed” consumer will reduce the amount of energy they use at home by … Continue reading More on behavioural aspects of energy efficiency →

More on the energy efficiency rebound effect

EiD readers are familiar with the energy efficiency rebound effect that has been a controversial topic of discussion for years. Carol L. Stimmel of Pike Research provided a good review of the effect for the website gigaom.com. No doubt there will be more on this topic soon. The energy efficiency rebound: major fire or … Continue reading More on the energy efficiency rebound effect →

Weighing the benefits of energy efficiency

This article from the Toronto Star argues a strong case for energy efficiency. The article, by Tyler Hamilton, the paper’s energy and technology columnist, gives cause for reflection as we all try to seacrh for fresh arguments to increase the priority for energy efficiency. Way more pros than cons to energy efficiency We hear … Continue reading Weighing the benefits of energy efficiency →

Brazil sees bright future for energy efficiency projects

Bloomberg news service describes the dynamic situation in Brazil for energy-efficiency services provided by energy supply companies. Light Sees Demand Doubling for Brazil Energy-Efficiency Projects The Brazilian power utility, Light SA, expects demand for its energy-efficiency services to double next year as electricity prices rise and more supermalls and factories seek to conserve power. Light … Continue reading Brazil sees bright future for energy efficiency projects →

New study on corporate image and energy efficiency

Deloitte LLP has published a new report on how the corporate sector views improved energy efficiency as an important element in their own branding. This review by Market Watch provides an important overview of the study. Corporate Energy Efficiency is a Tale of Bottom Line Versus Brand Image: Deloitte Improving energy efficiency at America's businesses … Continue reading New study on corporate image and energy efficiency →

Does UK really rank number 1 in energy efficiency?

After ACEEE’s league table of major economies on their progress on energy efficiency, there is growing scepticism on Britain’s leading status. The articles and emails have been coming fast and furious. Many are questioning the indicators that are used. As one wrote this week: “The damage is done . . .” The ACEEE ranking contradicts … Continue reading Does UK really rank number 1 in energy efficiency? →

Summer reading: on fossil fuel subsidies

This is a good report on updated estimates of global fossil fuel subsidies that was produced by Oil Change International, a research, communication, and advocacy organization focused on exposing the true costs of fossil fuels and facilitating the coming transition towards clean energy. The report highlights that, while there has been progress, there is definitely … Continue reading Summer reading: on fossil fuel subsidies →

Good results from Dutch investment tax

Ulrika Lomas of Tax-News.com presents some important results showing that an Energy Investment Allowance has had a significant impact on investments in renewable energy and energy efficiency in the Netherlands. Dutch Investment Tax Boosts Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency The Dutch ministry of economic affairs, agriculture and innovation has recently announced that the government’s tax … Continue reading Good results from Dutch investment tax →

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