A Conceptual Framework for Sustainable Integration of Electric Vehicles and Energy Systems through Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

With the advancement of electric mobility, the search for renewable energy sources becomes even more critical. A strategic management tool that can support the integration between mobility and energy concerns is Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). It may serve as a strategic link in integrating complex systems, such as electric mobility and sustainable energy systems. A search in databases identified a research gap in the use of PLM for integrated management between electric vehicles (EVs) and energy systems. Having identified this opportunity, this article presents a conceptual framework that will serve as a guide and support tool for managers, researchers, and other stakeholders in decision-making regarding the integration of EVs and sustainable energy sources throughout their life cycle. To assist in the identification of the problem, in the design of the solution, and in the evaluation and validation of the proposed framework, the Design Science Research (DSR) method was used, which helps in the solution of practical and relevant problems through the construction and evaluation of artifacts, in addition to contributing to the creation of scientific knowledge. The result is a framework that enables mapping the life cycle of EVs, identifying connection points with bioenergy sources, evaluating energy flows based on sustainability indicators, defining system integration strategies, and simulating the impact of efficiency scenarios. This approach will support decisions that balance the integration of EVs and sustainable energy systems.