On Thursday, 20th March, the LeMesurier project hosted a technical workshop at the ERTRAC Office in Brussels, gathering representatives from the EC CINEA, DG RTD, DG CLIMA, the Joint Research Centre (JRC) and 2ZERO. Organised as part of Work Package 2 “Compound KPIs Accounting”, led by EMISIA, the workshop focused on presenting and discussing the technical approach for measuring and monitoring the 2ZERO Compound KPIs. This initiative is crucial for assessing the contributions of 2ZERO-funded project portfolio to the EU’s sustainable road transport goals. Throughout the day, current findings from the modelling work were shared to ensure alignment with the expectations of the European Commission and other stakeholders.
Establishing a robust modelling framework
The meeting focused on reviewing the technical approach of WP2, presenting the three vehicle parc (fleet) models used to assess future scenarios – COPERT/SIBYL, PRIMES/TREMOVE and MOVEID -, and discussing their associated data and tools.
The method involves establishing baseline KPI values for 2019 and 2020, followed by intermediate and measured values between 2025 and 2035. These data points will help track progress towards the EU’s climate-neutral mobility goals and provide evidence of the impact of the 2ZERO portfolio of projects. This approach enables the quantification of the real-world impact of this portfolio on energy intensity and emissions, providing valuable insights for policymakers and industry stakeholders aiming to accelerate the transition to sustainable road transport.
One of the key challenges in the KPI assessment is converting research project outputs into actionable data. This requires integrating findings from the selected projects into a coherent framework that can support policy and investment decisions. During the workshop, discussions centred on how vehicle simulation models are deployed to assess the energy consumption in different vehicle categories, including heavy-duty trucks, buses, passenger cars and L-category vehicles. The workshop also examined the role of key factors, such as speed, temperature, vehicle load and configuration, in influencing energy consumption. Insights gained from these analyses will be instrumental in determining the potential real-world impact of the 2ZERO-funded project portfolio and ensuring that its contributions are accurately reflected in the Compound KPIs of 2ZERO’s SRIA, supporting the Partnership’s mission towards zero-emission road transport.
This analysis helps illustrate how the collective outcomes of 2ZERO projects contribute to EU27’s long-term sustainability goals, reinforcing the strategic role of the Partnership in driving the shift toward zero-emission road transport, through data-driven insights and measurable progress.
Looking ahead, LeMesurier will continue to refine its assessment framework. The dissemination of findings through academic publications and technical reports will ensure that insights from the project contribute to broader scientific and policy discussions. As the EU moves toward its goal of zero-emission road transport, rigorous KPI assessment will remain a key tool in evaluating progress and guiding future initiatives.
By leveraging advanced modelling techniques and engaging with key stakeholders, the LeMesurier project seeks to help shape the future of sustainable mobility in Europe.