This document highlights the results of EPRI technical report (Assessment of Achievable Potential from Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Programs in the U.S.: 2010 - 2030. 1016987) that assesses the achievable potential for energy efficiency and demand response programs to reduce the growth rate in electricity consumption and peak demand through 2030. This "achievable potential" represents an estimated range of savings attainable through programs that encourage the adoption of energy-efficient technologies, taking into consideration technical, economic, and market constraints. This potential does not include the impact of future codes and standards not yet enacted, or any other regulatory or policy changes (such as carbon legislation); that may contribute to even greater levels of savings.
Also highlighted are the estimated program costs associated with attaining the achievable potential reductions in electricity consumption and peak demand. The report summarized here is the first of a series of studies planned by EPRI to assess energy efficiency potential under a variety of scenarios.
Download the Executive Summary.