Table 1 Systematically identified CSTEP variables
CSTEP dimension | Supporting variables | Embedded variables | Exogenous variables | Impact on target variable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cultural | Weather Temperature Wind Irradiation Cloudiness Humidity Precipitation Snow Pressure Indoor climate | Temporal Holidays Religious National Day length Sun position Working/living pattern | Location of weather station | Occupant behavior Peak and valley load |
Societal | Demographics of the residential area Number of occupants Number of households | Occupant behavior Peak and valley load | ||
Technology | Heating Construction Energy label Building size, layout and design Electric vehicles | Type of electricity meter | Increased/decreased energy consumption | |
Economic | Electricity prices Oil and gas prices | Occupant behavior Peak and valley load | ||
Political | Taxes Fees | Increased/decreased energy consumption |