Electricity in Economic Growth

This volume surveys the complex relationships between economic activity and electricity use, showing how trends in the growth of electricity demand may be affected by changes in the economy, and examining the connection between the use of electrotechnologies and productivity.

With a mix of historical perspective, technical analysis, and synthesis of econometric findings, the book brings together a summary of the work of leading national experts. Table of ContentsFront Matter1. Introduction, Conclusion and Recommendations2. Historical Perspective3. Electricity and Productivity Growth4. Examples of Electrification and Productivity Gains5.

Future Economic Influences on Electricity UseAppendix A: Statement of WorkAppendix B: Measure of Economic Growth and of Electricity DemandAppendix C: Econometric Model of Production and Technical ChangeAppendix D: Excerpts from an Analysis of the Expected Impact ofVarious Electrotechnologies on Electricity DemandGlossary