Human behaviour in household energy use and the implications of energy efficiency delivery: A case of Bauchi, Nigeria
International Journal of Energy Sector Management
ISSN: 1750-6220
Article publication date: 27 May 2014
Abstract
Purpose
Although the term “energy efficiency” is technologically focused, it has a behavioural content due to the associated energy conservation practice involved. The technology aspect applies essentially to the application of new or better technology in order to derive same output or level of service for less input energy, while the conservation aspect is attributed to behaviour. The paper aims to discuss these issues.
Design/methodology/approach
In an attempt to expound on this understanding, a social survey of some households in Bauchi town, Nigeria was undertaken so as to seek ways of improving the energy use situation of the country. The principal objective is to determine the influence of human behaviour in energy efficiency delivery in the households.
Findings
The result reveals a much low level of energy efficiency practice by the occupants due largely to lack of awareness and requisite knowledge on the phenomenon of energy efficiency.
Originality/value
Finally, the study highlights on the implications of good energy efficiency practice in household energy use as derived from the present as well as past studies in a bid to attain energy sufficiency.
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Citation
Udale Hussaini, I. and Hanita Abdul Majid, N. (2014), "Human behaviour in household energy use and the implications of energy efficiency delivery: A case of Bauchi, Nigeria", International Journal of Energy Sector Management, Vol. 8 No. 2, pp. 230-239. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJESM-10-2013-0005
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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