The importance of measuring Energy Efficiency Prof. Gilberto M Jannuzzi IEI-Brasil and University of Campinas "The role of energy efficiency in Brazil´s low carbon economy” EPE – Rio de Janeiro 27 September 2016
Topics Different definitions of Energy Efficiency Consequently indicators Measurements and evaluation Brazil and Energy efficiency: several mechanisms in place Energy efficiency: R&D (applied research, deployment, dissemination) Market interventions, market transformation Energy efficiency and public policies Energy efficiency and Energy planning 1
Looking into the past 2
GWh Economic crisis EE Regulation: utility programs Total US$ ~ 2.3 billions Appliances MEPS DEMAND-SIDE RESOURCES Residential electricity demand
Jannuzzi et. al. 2011
Looking into the future 5
Greenpeace 2016
Policy interventions Program designImplementation Evaluation and Monitoring Planning Consumer/ corporate behavior Market failures Technology trends 7
Final notes Low carbon future: energy efficiency as a viable and cost-effective energy source Needs investments Needs planning Needs constant monitoring and evaluation 8
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