• Khushandra Sharma

This article provides a thorough review of the theory and research on household energy use predictors at individual levels. In the light of social sciences literature, we examine two broad categories of variables that were identified as potential explanations for variability in consumption and conservation of energy, namely socio-demographical factors (e.g. income, occupational condition, type/size of dwelling, property ownership, household size, family life cycle) and psychologic factors (e.g., beliefs and attitudes, motives and intentions, perceived behavioural control, cost-benefit appraisals, personal and social norms). We find empirical proofs of the effect of these variables, despite an expanding literature, far from consistent and conclusive. Such incoherence presents challenges in drawing widespread conclusions and highlights the complexity of consumer behaviour in this area. In this article, we propose a variety of factors — directly, indirectly or interactively — affect how households consume and conserve energy. By understanding what these factors are and how, when, where, why and for whom they work, research and practise can be greatly advanced. Finally, we outline certain important practical implications for policymakers and guidelines for future research.

Household Energy, Uses, Review

"A Review on the use of Household Energy", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 10, page no.25-31, October-2018, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1810A55.pdf

"A Review on the use of Household Energy", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 10, page no. pp25-31, October-2018, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1810A55.pdf