When people talk about about energy efficiency, it usually involves using less or upgrading to more efficient equipment, from industrial motors to televisions. But there is a missed opportunity for far more savings, according to a new report from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy.
The study focuses on intelligent efficiency, which the authors define as a systems-based, holistic approach to energy savings that is enabled by information and communication technology. Approaching efficiency at a systems level could allow the U.S. to reduce its overall energy use by 12 to 22%.
