Functions of Models Illustrating the Transitions of Energy and Mobility Systems

Models presenting perceived parts of energy and mobility systems, and ideas for transitioning the systems play crucial roles in the communication between stakeholders ranging from government to industry. Sharing the models, which leads to exchanging different perspectives on the systems transitions, can contribute to cooperation among stakeholders. We interviewed stakeholders involved in the transitions to understand the functions that models play for them. We present three use cases in which the models can be supportive to stakeholders. We elicit requirements applicable to designing useful models in practice. Reflecting on the knowledge, we conclude this paper by discussing aspects of integrating the models.