Methodology and Specifications Guide for Americas Electricity

This document is a Methodology and Specifications Guide for Americas Electricity, detailing the processes and standards used by S&P Global Energy's Platts for producing price assessments and indices. It outlines the organization of the methodology statement, which is divided into seven parts that cover data quality, submission processes, security practices, and the calculation of indices. The guide emphasizes the importance of high-quality data submissions from market participants, including detailed transaction-level data. It specifies what information should be reported, such as trade details and pricing, and describes the verification processes to ensure compliance with Platts' standards. Additionally, it includes guidelines for corrections and clarifications regarding published data. The document also provides a revision history to track changes in methodology over time, ensuring that it reflects current market realities.