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Technical Information on CBECS

The following topics provide detailed information on survey methodology, the kinds of errors associated with sample surveys, estimation of standard errors, estimation of energy end-use consumption, and the relationship between CBECS and EIA supply surveys. Specific technical information for older CBECS surveys are found in the Appendices of the data reports for that year.

2003 CBECS: Sample Design

2003 CBECS: How the Survey Was Conducted

What is a Relative Standard Error (RSE)?

Estimation of Standard Errors

Estimation of Energy End-Use Intensities

Relationship of CBECS Coverage to EIA Supply Surveys

1999 CBECS: Sample Design

1999 CBECS: How the Survey Was Conducted

Contacts

Specific questions on this product may be directed to:
Joelle Michaels
joelle.michaels@eia.doe.gov
CBECS Manager
Phone: (202) 586-8952
FAX: (202) 586-0018

URL: http://www.eia.doe.gov/emeu/cbecs/technical_information.html