Electricity Supply: Utility Demand-Side Management Programs Can Reduce Electricity Use.

Abstract

According to the Department of Energy (DOE), to meet electricity demand in 2000, the nation may need more than 100 new large power plants. Because utility-sponsored programs promoting more efficient electricity use, called 'demand-side management' (DSM) programs, can help avoid the costs and environmental concerns associated with power plants, the Chairman, Environment, Energy, and Natural Resources Subcommittee, House Committee on Government Operations, asked GAO to examine (1) the potential for utility-sponsored DSM programs to reduce future electricity demand; (2) impediments to the effectiveness of DSM programs; and (3) efforts by utilities, states, and federal power marketing agencies to encourage efficient electricity use. (MM)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 31, 1991
Accession Number
ADA292155

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