Energy Consumption Data: The Key to Improved Energy Efficiency

Authors

Alexandra B. Klass
Elizabeth J. Wilson

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Abstract

This Article explores recent efforts that federal, state, and local governments have taken to create regulatory frameworks to collect energy consumption data and make it available to consumers and, in some cases, to the public. Part II explains the nature of energy consumption data, the problems with not having such data readily available to consumers and policymakers, and the benefits associated with making it available to a wider range of potential users. Part III explores developing federal, state, and local policies governing energy consumption data, including how policymakers have attempted to address some of the privacy and other concerns associated with such data. Part IV evaluates these efforts and attempts to provide guidance to policymakers on how to develop more robust regulatory frameworks to help capitalize on the potential energy efficiency benefits associated with increased collection, evaluation, and disclosure of energy consumption data.

Recommended Citation

Alexandra B. Klass & Elizabeth J. Wilson, Energy Consumption Data: The Key to Improved Energy Efficiency, 6 San Diego J. Climate & Energy L. 69 (2015)
Available at: https://digital.sandiego.edu/jcel/vol6/iss1/4