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Demographic Characteristics in Correlation with Household Electricity Use

Household has been identified by researchers as an important target group of energy conservation. User behavior in utilizing electricity becomes significant. Energy consumption in the residential sector offers an important opportunity for conserving resources. This study attempts to identify the role of the economic behaviour of resident households. In this paper, we analyse the extent to which the use of electricity is determined by the technical specifications of the dwelling as compared to the demographic characteristics of the residents. Analysis is based on a sample of 210 Padang homes and their occupants. Results show that electricity consumption varies more directly with household composition. The results provide a scientific evidence for stakeholders on the potential of controlling electricity consumption and designing energy policy in residential sector