Energy intensity

Energy intensity is a measure of the energy inefficiency of an economy, calculated as the units of energy consumed per unit of gross domestic product or another measure of economic output. A high energy intensity indicates a high cost of converting energy into economic output and is often associated with an economy where industrial output makes up a larger share of GDP, while a lower energy intensity typically points to a more labor intensive, less manufacturing focused economy. Energy intensity is distinct from energy efficiency itself, since it is also shaped by a country climate, economic structure, trade patterns, and the efficiency standards applied to its buildings, vehicles, and industry. This description is adapted from Wikipedia contributors under CC BY-SA 4.0; changes were made. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/