How can we interpret system-level transformation of a net-zero energy system into prices experienced by consumers and other actors?
- End-use demand models establish a historical baseline (most often) from surveyed data of household characteristics
- Assumptions and projections of structural change underlie demand evolution
- Analysis of affordability is interested in household/consumer impacts with very high socioeconomic, demographic, and geographic granularity
- Requires an understanding of both changes to spending and ability to pay