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Energy use amongst 'new modern energy consumers' in the Greater Mekong Sub-region |
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| Title | Energy use amongst 'new modern energy consumers' in the Greater Mekong Sub-region |
| Creator | 1. Julia Tomei 2. Gabrial An 3. arajah |
| Publisher | Joint Graduate School of Energy and Environment |
| Publication Year | 2557 |
| Keyword | Energy efficiency, socio-economic survey, comparative analysis, household, new modern energy consumer, GMS |
| Abstract | Energy consumption is expected to rise over the next century, and much of this increased demand will be located in Asia. In particular, it is the emerging middle classes who are expected to drive future consumption patterns. This paper presents the results of a household survey that investigated energy consumption and energy efficiency amongst 'new Modern Energy CONsumers' in the Greater Mekong Sub-region (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam). New modern energy consumers are defined as those who live on US$2-5 per day, and who have access to electricity. This paper focuses on patterns of household energy consumption (for cooking, lighting and appliances), and awareness of energy efficiency. It finds that fuel stacking is common practice amongst this income group, both for cooking and lighting, and that biomass continues to be a widely-used cooking fuel. The use of electrical appliances, such as cookstoves, mobile phones and refrigerators, is also common across the five countries. Operating costs are an important factor for households, while energy efficiency labels have a positive influence on purchasing behaviours. This paper concludes that further work will be required to raise awareness of energy efficiency labels. |
| ISBN | 978-616-92228-1-1 |
