Abstract

Aim: The study was aimed to identify energy consumption patterns with a view to address the persistent problem of fuel insecurity.

Materials and Methods: Systematic random sampling was used to select samples while questionnaires were used to elicit data from 200 respondents. Qualitative techniques were employed for data description while Quadratic Almost Ideal Demand System (QUAIDS) was used for quantitative analysis.

Results: The main determinants of energy demand were gender, education level, occupation of the household head as well as age and household size, fuel prices and household income.

Conclusion: It was concluded that formulation of income oriented policies to augment household earnings which may increase purchasing power. Furthermore, community education and innovation on efficient energy devices would be an option that needs to be supported by both policy and incentives.

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