Industrial Energy Use, Status and Trends

Abstract

Industry is a large energy user in nearly all countries. Approximately half of all industrial energy use is used in specific processes in the energy-intensive industries. On the other hand, various general energy conversion technologies and end uses can also be distinguished (e.g., steam production, motive power, lighting). Opportunities and potentials exist for energy savings through energy efficiency improvement in all sectors and countries. Technology development, as well as policies aimed at dissemination and implementation of these technologies, can help to realize the potential benefits. Technologies do not now, nor will they in the foreseeable future, provide a limitation on continuing energy efficiency improvements.