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Cheaper EVs are starting to show up in smaller global markets – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

The company has launched the Dolphin Mini in Uruguay, Brazil and Mexico. The Dacia Spring has found its audience as a perfect solution for people looking for simple, affordable, and efficient zero-emission mobility,” says the company. In these three markets, both versions start under $25,000. “The

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15 countries agree to work toward 100% ZEV truck and bus sales by 2040

Green Car Congress

Fifteen countries have agreed to work together toward 100% zero-emission new truck and bus sales by 2040. Participants in this coordinated global effort agree that zero-emission trucks and buses are essential to reducing transport emissions, mitigating climate change, improving air quality, reducing the use of fossil fuels and energy costs.

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Nations agree on global, legally binding treaty on mercury emissions: Minamata Convention on Mercury

Green Car Congress

At the conclusion of the International Negotiating Committee on Mercury ( INC5 ) meeting in Geneva ( earlier post ), nations agreed on a global, legally-binding treaty to prevent mercury emissions and releases. The negotiations were initially looking to set thresholds on the size of plants or level of emissions to be controlled.

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BYD lands contract for 35 electric buses at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

Green Car Congress

Winning this contract was a vital step in our strategy to deliver emissions-free, public-transport vehicles. The BYD ebus can drive for 250 km (155 miles) even in heavy city traffic after a full, 5 hour, night-time charge. Orders have been awarded in China, the Netherlands, Finland, Denmark, Uruguay, North and South America.

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