Guidance

Green Book supplementary guidance: use of Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis

A step-by-step guide for analysts and policymakers to be read as a supplement to the Green Book.

From:
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and HM Treasury
Published
24 June 2024

Documents

Use of Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis in options appraisal of economic cases

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Use of Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis in options appraisal of economic cases

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Details

This note provides a brief guide for analysts and policymakers who wish to apply Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) in policy development as per the Green Book guidelines.

It covers:

  • when to use MCDA in options appraisal
  • the general approach to follow
  • the main points to consider
  • common pitfalls to be aware of
Published 24 June 2024