Objectives
The 18th International conference on the "Domestic Use of Energy" (DUE) presents a forum for professionals and practitioners in all fields of domestic energy to discuss the latest developments in the effective use of energy in the residential sector. The importance of energy conservation is widely recognised as South Africa has run out of excess generating and distribution capacity. Globally, South Africa and the rest of Africa, in particular, face many challenges in the effective use and generation of household energy. DUE therefore focuses on the response to looming threats of another energy crisis. Related issues addressed include sustainable energy provision; smart control systems, appropriate legislation; the role of renewables; off-grid electricity supply and subsidised feed-in tariffs. These challenges are particularly marked in the rural and remote areas of developing countries.

Papers and workshops are targeted at establishing problem-solving partnerships where suppliers, distributors, generators and users of energy, together with academia, will identify challenges in the provision and use of residential energy. They will then strategise to promote the effective use of energy in the home. Energy efficiency, consumer attitude and behaviour, education and marketing are but a few of the factors that will be discussed in detail at the conference.

Registration and Submissions
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Workshops and Seminars