Effective Energy Consumption of the Bulgarian Economy

In the paper are shown the preconditions, factors and indicators for analysis and assessment of the Bulgarian economy energy consumption. As well, there are discussed the specificities of energy and carbon intensity, effective energy consumption and indicators for analysis of economic structure and dynamics. As well, it is presented an empirical study covering the period 2000-2008 of the main factors influencing on the economy energy consumption as foreign direct investments, structure of production, structure of the value added, etc. On the base of the selected system of indicators for assessment the energy consumption in the country are distinguished the branches with comparatively low energetic and carbon intensity and high share of value added. A lot of suggestions are given on the base of the obtained results. The outcomes, recommendations and measures for improving branch structural, production, energy and ecological policy of the country are aimed to increase the energy safety, energy efficiency, sustainable development and competitivity of the Bulgarian economy.