Technical documentation

• Summary documentation
• End use models FAQs
• Variables used in end-use models

Methodology highlights

• Where does RECS square footage data come from?
• How does EIA estimate energy consumption and end uses in U.S. homes?

Research papers / presentations

• Ko, N. (2013, 02). Assessment of consumption and expenditure data collected from energy suppliers against bill data obtained from interviewed households: Case study with 2009 RECS Research paper.
• Worthy, M., & Mayclin, D. (2012, 05). Implementing a mixed-mode design for collecting administrative records: striking a balance between quality and burden Paper presented at the 2012 International Field Director's and Technologies Conference, Orlando, FL.

2009 Survey forms

• 457-A Household survey -computer-assisted personal interview version
• 457-A Household survey - self-administered paper version
• 457-C Rental agent questionnaire
• 457-D LPGPropane usage form
• 457-E Electricity usage form
• 457-F Natural gas usage form
• 457-G Fuel oil-kerosene usage form
• See all survey forms >

Specific questions on this product may be directed to:

Chip Berry
James.Berry@eia.gov
RECS Survey Manager
Phone: (202) 586-5543