Energy demand growth has been steadily decreasing in the western world (currently at .7%).
While efficiency improvements are one reason, structural factors are also notable. Most importantly, producing industry moved to the developing world. Also interesting: House sizes have been incresing (with wealth) during the last decade, but as more people live alone and the recession eats up wealth, that trend might be reversed soon.

http://www.energypolicyblog.com/2012/09/23/energy-demand-growth-is-passe/

23 Sep 2012 - 15:36
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