REMI Economic Models

PI+

Model policy impact before decisions are made.

PI+ delivers year-by-year economic and demographic forecasts that show how policy choices ripple through communities, industries, and people—so you can lead with confidence.

  • Year-by-year forecasts

  • Local, state & national modeling

  • Jobs, output, income & population

  • Flexible scenarios and assumptions

WHAT PI+ HELPS YOU ANSWER

Better questions.
Stronger policy outcomes.

PI+ turns complex economic dynamics into clear, actionable answers—so you can confidently evaluate policy options, compare scenarios, and plan for what comes next.

  • How many jobs will be created or lost?

    Estimate total employment impacts across industries and regions.

  • Which industries gain or lose output?

    See how policy changes affect industry output and economic contributions.

  • How does household income change over time?

    Measure changes in personal income and purchasing power over time.

  • Which regions see the greatest impact?

    Identify geographic areas with the strongest positive or negative effects.

  • What happens to population and labor force?

    Understand shifts in population, participation, and labor market dynamics.

  • How do results compare to a baseline scenario?

    Compare outcomes to a baseline to isolate policy drivers and tradeoffs.

HOW PI+ WORKS

From policy change to
measurable impact.

PI+ links policy decisions to economic outcomes through a transparent, rigorous process trusted by government agencies and research institutions across the country.

  1. Define the policy change

    Specify the policy, affected region, and key assumptions to establish a clear, repeatable scenario.

  2. Run the economic model

    PI+ simulates how the change ripples through industries, households, and governments—year by year.

  3. Review projected impacts

    Explore results across jobs, output, income, and population for any geography and time horizon.

  • Transparent & Repeatable

    Clear assumptions, consistent methodology, results you can defend.

  • Comprehensive Coverage

    Captures direct, indirect, and induced effects across the full economy.

  • Actionable Insights

    Results structured for real-world decisions, presentations, and publications.

  • Trusted by Leaders

    Used by federal agencies, state governments, universities, and private firms.

KEY OUTPUTS / CAPABILITIES

Comprehensive results.
Clearer decisions.

PI+ delivers a wide range of economic and demographic outputs—in one integrated model—so you can understand the full impact of policy choices with confidence.

PI+ dashboard showing employment, output, and key economic indicators
  • Employment

    Measure total jobs, job changes by industry, and labor demand across sectors and regions.

  • Output / GDP

    See impacts on industry output, value added, and real gross regional product over time.

  • Personal Income

    Track changes in household income, earnings, and economic well-being.

  • Population

    Project population changes by age, cohort, and demographic characteristics.

  • Labor Force

    Analyze labor force participation, employment by occupation, and workforce availability.

  • Industry Output

    Evaluate industry-specific impacts across detailed sectors and supply chains.

  • Wages & Earnings

    Assess wage rates, compensation, and total earnings by industry and occupation.

  • Fiscal Impacts

    Estimate tax revenues, public spending, and budget impacts across government levels.

All outputs are available year-by-year, by industry, and across local, state, and national geographies— so you can analyze today's decisions and tomorrow's outcomes.

APPLICATIONS

Real-world decisions.
Stronger outcomes.

PI+ helps organizations across the public and private sectors evaluate policy choices, compare scenarios, and plan with confidence. See how our clients use PI+ to solve complex economic and policy challenges.

HOW PI+ IS USED

  • Economic & Fiscal Impact Analysis

    Evaluate the economic, fiscal, and distributional effects of legislation, regulations, and public investments.

  • Regional & Community Planning

    Understand how policies and investments affect local economies, industries, and communities.

  • Workforce & Labor Market Analysis

    Assess changes in labor demand, occupations, and workforce availability across industries and regions.

  • Industry & Investment Strategy

    Identify industry impacts, supply chain effects, and investment opportunities under different scenarios.

  • Energy & Sustainability

    Analyze the economic impacts of energy policies, clean energy investments, and transition strategies.

  • Equity & Inclusion Analysis

    Measure how policies and investments influence outcomes across different populations and geographies.

From national policy to local projects, PI+ gives you the insight to make evidence-based decisions that drive meaningful impact.

VIEW RELATED STUDIES

Trusted by leaders across the
public and private sector.

For more than 40 years, REMI has partnered with organizations at every level to deliver credible analysis and better economic outcomes.

  • Ernst & Young
  • National Education Association
  • North Carolina Dept. of Commerce
  • Sandia National Laboratories
  • South Coast AQMD
  • Tennessee Valley Authority
  • Texas Comptroller
  • University of Michigan

Methodology & Data

Built on rigorous methods.
Grounded in trusted data.

PI+ combines proven economic theory, an integrated modeling framework, and robust data sources to deliver accurate, credible results you can trust—today and into the future.

PI+ shown on a monitor

Our methodology

PI+ is an integrated economic model that captures the dynamic relationships within an economy.

  1. Define the Question

    We work with you to understand your policy question, objectives, and key assumptions.

  2. Input Data & Assumptions

    Our model is informed by high-quality data and tailored to your specific scenario.

  3. Run the Model

    Simulates how the economy responds over time across industries, households, and regions.

  4. Analyze Results

    We analyze outcomes across key indicators and explore alternative scenarios.

  5. Inform Decisions

    Results are translated into clear, actionable insights to support confident policy decisions.

  6. Monitor & Update

    Models are updated regularly to reflect new data and ensure ongoing accuracy.

Trusted data sources

PI+ draws on a comprehensive set of official and proprietary data sources.

  • U.S. Census Bureau
  • Bureau of Economic Analysis
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics
  • BEA RIMS II
  • State & Local Sources
  • Proprietary Databases

Quality. Transparency. Reliability.

Our models, data, and processes are documented, peer-reviewed, and updated regularly to ensure the highest standards of quality and transparency.

See PI+ on your own policy questions.

Request a demo to explore PI+ with your own scenario, or compare it against the rest of the REMI suite.

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