Mobility Energy Productivity (MEP) Metric: Partnerships, Applications, and Key Enhancements

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Authors: Shivam Sharda, Transportation Office. Vehicle Technologies Office USDOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), Christopher G. Hoehne, Rob Fitzgerald, Sailesh Acharya, Venu M. Garikapati
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Abstract

The Mobility Energy Productivity (MEP) metric is a holistic measure of transportation systems performance that quantifies the ability of individuals to reach destinations in a cost-efficient and energy-efficient manner. This presentation highlights recent partnerships that have advanced the adoption of MEP as a decision-support tool by various agencies, stakeholders, and researchers. Applications include evaluating multimodal accessibility, comparing system-level energy impacts, and informing infrastructure investment strategies. Key enhancements to the metric - such as expanded regional applications and incorporation of emerging technologies - are also discussed. Together, these efforts highlight the potential of MEP to inform data-driven decisions that shape future transportation systems.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Energy Environment and Transportation Policies Railways and European Transport Policy Transportation Planning and Optimization

Publication details

Journal / source
OSTI OAI (U.S. Department of Energy Office of Scientific and Technical Information)
Publication date
15 January 2026
Language
EN