are among the most important determinants of daily minimum consumption, while
number of occupants and high-consumption appliances such as electric water heaters are the most
significant determinants of daily maximum consumption. Installing double-pane windows and energy efficient
lights helped to reduce consumption, as did the energy-conscious use of electric heater.
Acknowledging climate change as a motivation to save energy showed correlation with lower electricity
consumption. Households with individuals over 55 or between 19 and 35 years old recorded lower
electricity consumption, while pet owners showed higher consumption. Contrary to some previous
studies, we observed no significant correlation between electricity consumption and income level, home
ownership, or building age. Some otherwise energy-efficient features such as energy-efficient appliances,
programmable thermostats, and insulation were correlated with slight increase in electricity
consumption.