Critical Success Factors for Peak Electricity Demand Reduction: Insights from a Successful Intervention in a Small Island Community

Peter Morris (), Desley Vine () and Laurie Buys ()
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Peter Morris: Queensland University of Technology
Desley Vine: Queensland University of Technology
Laurie Buys: Queensland University of Technology

Journal of Consumer Policy, 2018, vol. 41, issue 1, No 3, 33-54

Abstract: Abstract This paper examines a successful residential peak electricity demand reduction project which employed a multi-disciplinary approach. The purpose of this study was to examine the critical success factors necessary for reducing peak demand and total energy consumption in a small Australian island community. This case study research is based on qualitative data obtained from semi-structured, in-depth interviews with residents from 22 households. It is proposed that the results of the examined project are transferable to other communities if the utility is able to develop the necessary trust, access, influence, and partnership with residential consumers required to create the environment for electricity demand reduction success. Findings from this research highlight the potential approach for future policymaking aimed at reducing peak electricity demand and total energy consumption in multiple communities, thus helping achieve government low carbon targets while reducing infrastructure spending.

Keywords: Residential electricity consumption; Residential electricity behaviour; Peak demand; Multi-disciplinary approach; Australia (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2018
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DOI: 10.1007/s10603-017-9366-8

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