Guidelines for cost benefit analysis of smart metering deployment

The present document provides a methodological framework for conducting a cost-benefit analysis of smart meter deployment. The assessment framework is structured into a set of guidelines to tailor assumptions to local conditions, to identify and monetize benefits and costs, and to perform sensitivity analysis of most critical variables. It also provides guidance in the identification of externalities and social impacts that can result from the implementation of smart metering deployment but that cannot be easily monetized and factored into the cost benefit computation. This document is mainly intended to support Member States in fulfilling the provisions of the 3rd Energy Package on CBA of smart metering deployment. JRC SC IENT I F I C AND TECHN ICAL RESEARCH The mission of the JRC is to provide customer-driven scientific and technical support for the conception, development, implementation and monitoring of EU policies. As a service of the European Commission, the JRC functions as a reference centre of science and technology for the Union. Close to the policy-making process, it serves the common interest of the Member States, while being independent of special interests, whether private or national. LD -N A-2103-EN -N