An analysis of sectoral energy intensity in India

The paper uses an input-output framework to calculate energy intensities fo r different sectors in Indian economy. The overall coal intensity has decli ned during 1983-1990 but oil and electricity intensities have increased dur ing 1983-1990. The results indicate that sectors like coal tar products, wo ol, silk, synthetic textiles, non-ferrous metals, paper and paper products, leather and leather products, non-metallic mineral products have worsened during 1983-1990. Sectors like cement, fertilizer, etc. have become energy efficient. (C) 2000 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.