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Quality

Model uncertainties

Models are by definition affected by uncertainties (in input data, input parameters, scenario definitions, etc.). Have the model uncertainties been quantified? Are uncertainties accounted for in your simulations?

yes
The model can be run multiple times (automatically) to test sensitivity to assess uncertainty or test model properties.

    Sensitivity analysis

    Sensitivity analysis helps identifying the uncertain inputs mostly responsible for the uncertainty in the model responses. Has the model undergone sensitivity analysis?

    not provided
    Information not provided

      Have model results been published in peer-reviewed articles?

      yes
      Several peer-reviewed publications have been made by the developers of the model and are available on the Cambridge Econometrics website. For a recent model version published in peer reviewed journal see Mercure et al (2018).

      Has the model formally undergone scientific review by a panel of international experts?

      Please note that this does not refer to the cases when model results were validated by stakeholders.

      no

        Model validation

        Has model validation been done? Have model predictions been confronted with observed data (ex-post)?

        not provided
        Information not provided

          Transparency

          To what extent do input data come from publicly available sources?

          This may include sources accessible upon subscription and/or payment

          Entirely based on publicly available sources

          Is the full model database as such available to external users?

          Whether or not it implies a specific procedure or a fee

          no
          Data are from publicly available sources such as OECD, Eurostat and AMECO.

            Have model results been presented in publicly available reports?

            Note this excludes IA reports.

            yes

            Have output datasets been made publicly available?

            Note this could also imply a specific procedure or a fee.

            no
            Depending on contract.

              Is there any user friendly interface presenting model results that is accessible to the public?

              For instance: Dashboard, interactive interfaces...

              no

                Has the model been documented in a publicly available dedicated report or a manual?

                Note this excludes IA reports.

                yes

                Is there a dedicated public website where information about the model is provided?

                yes

                Is the model code open-source?

                no

                Can the code be accessed upon request?

                no