Using a Reverse Auction Approach to Promote Indoor Water Conservation

Authors

Michele E. Bakacs, Rutgers, The State University of New JerseyFollow
Chris Obropta, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Cooperative ExtensionFollow
Elaine Rossi, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Cooperative ExtensionFollow
Katie Barnett, New Jersey Department of Environmental ProtectionFollow

Volume

51

Issue

2

DOI

10.34068/joe.51.02.27

Abstract

Encouraging water conservation among residents is important even in high rainfall regions. Rebates are often used to encourage upgrades to water-efficient fixtures and appliances. The study reported here used a reverse auction approach to examine the amount of compensation needed for residents of water-rich regions to install water saving technology in their homes. Results showed that on average a 30% rebate was needed for residents to upgrade their fixtures and appliances. Lessons learned from the study can assist other Extension programs in implementing an auction-based approach for encouraging adoption of improved environmental practices in a community.

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Recommended Citation

Bakacs, M. E., Obropta, C., Rossi, E., & Barnett, K. (2013). Using a Reverse Auction Approach to Promote Indoor Water Conservation. The Journal of Extension, 51(2), Article 27. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.51.02.27