Measuring the rebound effect: A case study of residential photovoltaic systems in San Diego

Jae D. Kim and William Trevena

Utilities Policy, 2021, vol. 69, issue C

Abstract: This study examines the effect of solar photovoltaic system installation on the electricity consumption in residential households across various geographic regions in San Diego. Using meter-level data, the electricity consumption for residential households is calculated before and after installation to assess whether there are any significant rebound effects in usage. Results reveal significant variations in the change in electricity usage depending on geographical location. The findings are relevant to regional resource planning and climate response, as the failure to account for the rebound effect may result in significant overestimation of the energy and emissions benefits of distributed renewable energy adoption.

Keywords: Rebound effect; Renewable energy; Residential solar PV (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jup.2020.101163

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