Comparative analysis of energy poverty definition and measurement in Portugal and Spain

Pedro Palma; Roberto Barrella; João Pedro Gouveia; José Carlos Romero

doi:10.1016/j.jup.2024.101770

Comparative analysis of energy poverty definition and measurement in Portugal and Spain

Pedro Palma, Roberto Barrella, João Pedro Gouveia, José Carlos Romero

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This paper aims to critically analyse and compare the definition and measurement of energy poverty reflected in the national policy strategies in Portugal and Spain and propose recommendations for their enhancement. The analysis is supported by a systematic literature review of indicators in the Iberian context. Results highlight that both definitions can benefit from broadening the scope and increasing the representativeness of energy services and types of vulnerability. Measurement can be enhanced using available data and indicators for increasing comprehensiveness, reducing redundancy, and considering depth and persistence. Higher effectiveness in energy-poor households’ identification requires increased indicator intersectionality and alternative indicators.

Original language	English
Article number	101770
Journal	Utilities Policy
Volume	90
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jup.2024.101770
Publication status	Published - Oct 2024

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 1 No Poverty
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy

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Fuel poverty
Indicators
Policy analysis

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