Subjective indicators of fuel poverty in Zarqa Governorate, Jordan

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Jaber M. M., Szep T.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY, vol.17, no.3, 2024 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

  • Nəşrin Növü: Article / Article
  • Cild: 17 Say: 3
  • Nəşr tarixi: 2024
  • Doi nömrəsi: 10.1007/s12053-024-10197-x
  • jurnalın adı: ENERGY EFFICIENCY
  • Jurnalın baxıldığı indekslər: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI), Scopus, Academic Search Premier, IBZ Online, ABI/INFORM, Agricultural & Environmental Science Database, Compendex, Geobase, INSPEC, Pollution Abstracts
  • Adres: Yox

Qısa məlumat

Fuel poverty is a pressing global issue for households, particularly low-income ones. This study employs a subjective approach to examine fuel poverty in Jordan. Analyzing data from a survey of 490 participants in Zarqa Governorate, it evaluates the main determinants of subjective fuel poverty. The survey was conducted over 1 month, from March 10 to April 10, 2022. Findings reveal that the sample households experience challenges related to fuel poverty. The modeling of subjective indicators indicates an association between income level and the probability of being in arrears with utility bills. Moreover, the results highlight issues such as an inability to maintain adequate summer and winter temperatures and the presence of leaks, damp, and rot. In light of these findings, policy interventions should focus on enhancing energy efficiency and supporting vulnerable low-income households, particularly those in rural areas.