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An Exploration of Telecommuters’ Perceptions and Narratives on Energy Usage in the Netherlands
Razmjoo, Omid (2024) An Exploration of Telecommuters’ Perceptions and Narratives on Energy Usage in the Netherlands.
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| Abstract: | This study was conducted to investigate the energy consumption patterns of energy sector telecommuters after the COVID-19 pandemic with focus on integrating telecommuting with energy-efficient behaviors and digital technologies. Energy sector telecommuters were selected mainly because of their specialized knowledge and direct experience in their energy consumption pattern. Through semi-structured interviews, this research showed that telecommuting has a dual effect on energy consumption, and while the reduction in commuting has led to a reduction in fuel and energy consumption, the increase in energy consumption at home was also highlighted. To optimize energy consumption at home, telecommuters have increasingly turned to using smart and optimal technologies. However, challenges such as building restrictions and high costs of energy-efficient technologies have created an obstacle in the way of this adaptation. The findings of this research emphasize the need for strong support policies and organizational incentives to increase energy efficiency among telecommuters and point to the importance of aligning digitization efforts with sustainability goals. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Master) |
| Faculty: | BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences |
| Subject: | 70 social sciences in general |
| Programme: | Environmental and Energy Management MSc (69319) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/102737 |
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