This report presents data on energy consumption in Israel, the principle structure of the energy economy and the activities in this economy in recent years.
The object is to focus the problems arising from managing the energy economy here and the need to formulate a long range energy policy, according to agreed objectives, with the participation of all the sectors of the economy in which the energy factor is a major input element. Energy economy data which appeared in the reports of the Central Bureau of Statistics, the Israel Electric Corporation and the Ministry of Energy were compiled, quoted and analyzed in this report. The report also raised questions the answers to require the authorities’ attention in the form of studying the subject and making decisions in order to determine a position.
The report does not offer answers to the subjects under discussion since all its aim is to created the background for an in depth discussion among the professionals and the decision making people in preparation for an energy policy adapted to the conditions in Israel.
