Micro-Mobility Energy Bounding Analysis

Micro-mobility options, including various forms of shared standard bicycles, electric scooters (e-scooters), and electric bicycles have rapidly emerged as transportation options in the urban landscape. To date, there is limited understanding as to the energy impacts of micro-mobility options. This project is using available data sources to develop a bounding analysis of the potential energy opportunities of micro-mobility. The research team will consider: Evaluation of the energy intensity of micro-mobility options; Potential behavioral uptake to replace short, urban trips otherwise taken by more energy-intensive modes; Impacts on the transportation system, including connection with public transit, and the capacity for micro-mobility to enable multimodal trips.