Research Area Buildings and Climate-Environment Assessing the impact of human activities on the environment from local to global scale
Research Area Combustion Understanding how combustion engines work and developing approaches to improving them
Research Area Distribution Automation Models and controls for distributed energy resources, microgrids and distribution systems
Research Area Economic and Infrastructure Analysis Inputs, drivers and costs involved in establishing alternative energy infrastructures, the relationship between economics and technology development
Research Area Energy Forecasting, Mapping and Modeling Advanced modeling, simulation, and optimization tools to reveal the complex dynamics and relationships in modern energy systems and energy systems
Research Area Engine Technology Providing the knowledge, tools and insight needed to make effective next-generation engine technologies a reality
Research Area Fuels Assessing fuel options to displace fossil fuels with bio-derived as well as other domestically sourced alternatives
Research Area Grid Integration of Renewable Energy and Electricity Market Design Supporting improved grid integration of renewable energy and better design of electricity markets with increasing shares of wind and solar power
Research Area Life-Cycle Analysis Measuring energy use and emissions output for a wide variety of vehicle and fuel combinations
Research Area Multi-Dimensional Modeling Modeling, simulation and optimization of internal combustion engines using advanced transportation biofuels to enhance the science for clean energy in the 21st century
Research Area Prospective Benefits of Vehicle Technologies Assessing the potential benefits from vehicle, engine, energy storage, materials and fuel technologies from multiple perspectives
Research Area Transportation System Simulation Quantifying the mobility and energy impact of new transportation technologies and policies at the regional level
Research Area Vehicle and Component Technology Assessment Generating data critical to the development and commercialization of next-generation vehicles
Research Area Vehicle Electrification Evaluating electric vehicle technologies that can increase range, reliability and safety
Research Area Vehicle Energy Consumption, Management and Performance Analysis Quantifying the energy and cost impact of advanced powertrain technologies