Feasibility analysis of implementing an On Bill Financing program to promote energy-efficiency in Dubai-UAE
Date
2022
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Elsevier
Abstract
In this paper, we examine the factors that may influence the implementation of an OnBill Financing (OBF)
program for promoting energy efficiency in Dubai. The data was collected using a semi-structured expert on
expert interview method. Interviews were conducted with institutional stakeholders involved in OBF program
implementation. A forcefield diagram was created from the interview responses to understand better the iden
tified conducive and deterrent forces that must be considered when implementing an OBF program locally. The
main finding of the qualitative review suggests that an OBF program could be implemented locally in Dubai. The
findings also show that implementation is not without challenges. A tailored OBF program that addresses the
repayment model and covered equipment/projects under the program can mitigate these hurdles.
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Keywords
Demand-side management
Retrofit financing
Refurbishment financing
UAE
On Bill Tariff (OBT)
On Bill Financing (OBF)
On Bill Repayment (OBR)
Citation
Kamal, H.Z. and Abu-Hijleh, B. (2022) “Feasibility analysis of implementing an On Bill Financing program to promote energy-efficiency in Dubai-UAE,” Utilities Policy, 79.