Abstract

The paper uses an input–output framework to calculate energy intensities for different sectors in Indian economy. The overall coal intensity has declined during 1983–1990 but oil and electricity intensities have increased during 1983–1990. The results indicate that sectors like coal tar products, wool, 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.

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