What is it about?
This study examines why primary energy intensity (energy use per unit of GDP) differs across 14 European countries between 2000 and 2010. Using a detailed energy input-output model and structural decomposition analysis, it identifies which factors explain these differences, including industrial energy efficiency, the energy sector, and the mix of final energy demand.
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Why is it important?
Primary energy intensity is a key indicator for climate and energy policy. The results show that most differences across countries are driven by industrial energy efficiency and household energy demand patterns, rather than by overall economic structure. This suggests that improving industrial and residential energy efficiency is essential for achieving EU climate and energy targets.
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This page is a summary of: Driving factors of differences in primary energy intensities of 14 European countries, Energy Policy, February 2021, Elsevier,
DOI: 10.1016/j.enpol.2020.112090.
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