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Economics of energy conservation: a case study [1]

This paper examines the financial and economic feasibility of adoption of an energy-conserving technology in the household sector in Sri Lanka. Results shows that the adoption of this energy-conserving technology is financially profitable and economically viable. Systematic incorporation of environmental benefits further strengthens the case for energy conservation. The paper also discusses policy measures to solve low voluntary adoption, affordability issues, and information failures related to energy conservation.

Publication Date: 
01/10/2008
Herath Gunatilake [2], Dhammika Padmakanthi [3]
Asian Development Bank [4]
Tags:
Environment [5], Hydroelectricity [6], Energy [7], Energy Technology [8], Sri Lanka [9], Energy Efficiency [10]
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