DG-TEA: Decision-Grade Validation Standard

DG-TEA v1.0

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Published December 13, 2025

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Version 1.0

DG-TEA defines what qualifies as decision-grade techno-economic analysis for capital-relevant decisions. It is a methodology standard, not a software product.

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Mandatory Pillars

1. Benchmark Anchoring
2. Scope Discipline
3. Variance Classification
4. Balance Closure and Internal Consistency
5. Auditability and Reproducibility

Validation Outcomes

• Validated
• Acceptable
• Review Required

Publication of validation percentages is not permitted under DG-TEA public framing.

Relationship to DG-PFF

DG-PFF extends DG-TEA where parity claims are central to the decision question by adding parity-surface and fragility classification requirements.

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