Energy Conservation in Buildings -- The Missouri Plan

In 1974, approximately 23 percent (256.5 trillion Btu\u27s) of Missouri energy was consumed in the residential sector. In 1980, this figure is projected to be 246.6 trillion Btu\u27s (21 percent) (ref. 1). The reduction reflects already implemented conservation activities and the increased use of electric heating at higher end point efficiency. Estimates suggest that energy savings of nearly 50 percent could be achieved in this sector, primarily by upgrading the thermal efficiency of building structures and changing user behavior patterns. This given potential, the reduction of energy consumption in this sector has become a major target of the Missouri Energy Conservation Plan