Energy efficiency rebound effect makes expected energy savings taken back to some extent.Ignoring the magnitude of rebound effect will lead to a systematic overstatement of forcasted energy demand and associated emissions.The literature diverges on theoretical methods and quantitative measurement of rebound effect given various cost and production functions,as well as future technology gains and projected energy prices(Wei and Liu 2017).This study aims to estimate magnitude of historical rebound effects in major productive sectors across 60 economies over the period 2000-2016.In addition,the study will conduct the analysis by using translog,Cobb-Douglas and CES cost functions respectively in response to the literature debate on function forms.By comparing cross-country historical evidence,the findings will test the hypothesis that the economic growth and improving living standards in developping countries may cause a larger rebound effect compared to industrialised countries.
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