Japanese Energy Program, Present Status of Electric Heat Demand, and Its Future Potential. Session 1C N.1.10

摘要

Practical implementation of alternative energy sources represented by atomic power, and the promotion of 'energy conservation' campaigns are contributing to the steadily balancing energy demand and supply in Japan. Under these circumstances, the change in energy use to electrical power is progressing, with consumer demand for electrical heating a significant factor. From this viewpoint, this report provides information on the trends of total energy demand in Japan including electrical power supply programs, the present demand for electrical heating and its competitive power relative to energy costs, and the trend towards the growing popularity of heat pumps which recently have been attracting interest. (ERA citation 10:027775)