Research Method
The series uses a structured evidence chain: Primary Data → Institutional Research → Industry Evidence → Cross-Regional Comparison → Author Analysis.
Evidence Standards
Core claims prioritise official and primary data and established international institutions. Industry and academic evidence are used where appropriate. Commentary is used for context rather than as the principal basis for quantitative claims.
Research Controls
Capacity is kept distinct from generation; historical observations from forecasts; forecasts from scenario requirements; and global averages from regional outcomes. Major quantitative claims retain unit, geography, period, scenario and source context.
Interpretation
The publication distinguishes directly evidence-backed findings, model-based findings and independent author analysis. Contradictory evidence is used to stress-test the thesis before publication.