Energy poverty indicators: A systematic literature review and comprehensive analysis of integrity

This paper provides a systematic review and assessment of the existing (composite) indicators for measuring energy poverty (EP). A total of 71 (composite) indicators have been identified for evaluating EP. The systematic literature review integrates the Search, Appraisal, Synthesis and Analysis (SALSA) framework, Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) statement under PSALSAR (Protocol, Search, Appraisal, Synthesis, Analysis and Report) framework. The framework of Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome, and Context (PICOC) is also applied to set the scope of the research. The identified (composite) indicators are assessed based on the Bellagio Sustainability Assessment and Measurement (STAMP) principles. Therefore, recommendations for the practical use of EP indicators are proposed in the article. Structural EP Vulnerability Index, Fuel Poverty Index, and Energy Vulnerability Composite Index are identified as indicators corresponding to the Bellagio STAMP principles to the highest possible extent.

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This paper systematically reviews and evaluates existing (composite) indicators for measuring energy poverty, proposing indicators corresponding to the Bellagio Sustainability Assessment and Measurement principles.