On the Benefits and Costs of Energy Conservation

The Journal of Energy and Development, Vol. V, No. 1, Autumn 1979

2 Pages Posted: 23 Apr 2013

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Steve H. Hanke

Johns Hopkins University - Department of Economics

Abstract

We have accepted and promoted energy conservation policies in an unquestioning way. Perhaps it is the catchword, "conservation," and the mythology which surrounds it which have generated the unfounded enthusiasm. After all, who can be against conservation?

Keywords: Hanke, Steve, Benefits, Costs, Energy, Conservation, Journal, Development

Suggested Citation

Hanke, Steve H., On the Benefits and Costs of Energy Conservation. The Journal of Energy and Development, Vol. V, No. 1, Autumn 1979, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2255152

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