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Methodology finder – Informative and educational policies – Industry general

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  • Econometric modelling [GUIDE 25]
    The econometric method is a top-down simulation using econometric models. An econometric model specifies the relationship that is believed to hold between the various economic quantities related to a particular economic phenomenon, in this particular case energy savings. To apply the econometric method, a detailed econometric model with access to a regularly updated database is required and is also a prerequisite for the use of this method, as setting up such a detailed economic model is a significant effort. The model provides a regression analysis of energy use over time that explains the energy consumption as a result of different drivers: GDP change, activity level, energy savings etc.

Evaluation methodology comparison table

Evaluation method Pros & cons Method characteristics Required input data
  Pro Con Savings output Aggregation level Application (ex-ante/ex-post) Energy use before and after actions Number of energy saving actions Energy saved per action Normalisation factors Gross-to-net adjustments
Econometric modelling Explanation of relations Possibly missing factors Total savings Top-down Ex-post only For (sub)sector Depends on case Depends on case For behaviour, temperature, activity level No (if covered in method)