Washington, DC Projects Office

Understanding Energy Consumption Behavior

Research to understand the psychological, cultural, and institutional context within which energy-related decisions are made and how these factors influence energy consumption. Applying these insights to help public agencies design and implement more effective energy-saving policies and programs.

Projects

• Energy Consumption Feedback for Commercial and Industrial Customers
• Consumer Understanding of Appliance Labels
• Using Web-based Tools to Change Purchase Behavior
• Price-Responsive Technologies: Potential and Pitfalls
• The Role of Guide Specifications in Technology Diffusion
• Energy Consumption Decisions—Framework for Research