This guide describes the index framework of DR programs on effect monitoring and comprehensive benefit evaluation@ and provides the detailed calculation methods. This guide could be used by DR sponsors@ including independent system operator (ISO)@ region transmission organization (RTO)@ electricity distribution company (EDC)@ load service entity (LSE)@ governments@ and other research institutes@ to analyze the actual effects of DR programs@ evaluate the comprehensive benefits of implementing DR programs@ and provide guidance for the overall resource planning decision.