Exercises · Q11
Q.How has the consumption pattern of energy changed over the years?
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The consumption pattern of energy has changed significantly over the decades. Looking at the sectoral share of commercial energy consumption:
| Sector | 1953-54 | 1970-71 | 1990-91 | 2012-13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Household | 10 | 12 | 12 | 22 |
| Agriculture | 01 | 03 | 08 | 18 |
| Industries | 40 | 50 | 45 | 45 |
| Transport | 44 | 28 | 22 | 2 |
| Others | 5 | 07 | 13 | 13 |
The clearest changes are:
- The transport sector, which was the largest consumer in 1953-54 (44%), has seen its share fall continuously to about 2% by 2012-13.
- The shares of the household (10%→22%), agriculture (1%→18%) and industrial sectors have risen, with industry remaining a large and steady consumer. …
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