Cleaner, Electric Vehicles and Emissions

As states use less coal for electricity, driving electric vehicles becomes even cleaner

Green Car Congress

APRIL 13, 2020

Battery electric vehicles are only as clean as the energy source used to generate the electricity that powers them. The calculated relative amounts of well-to-wheels emissions of greenhouse gases from eight different energy sources are shown in the table below. by Michael Sivak, Sivak Applied Research.

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As states continue to use less coal for electricity, driving electric vehicles becomes even cleaner

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Battery electric vehicles are only as clean as the energy source used to generate the electricity that powers them. The calculated relative amounts of well-to-wheels emissions of greenhouse gases from eight different energy sources are shown in the table below. Proportional amount of emissions relative to hydro.

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As Predicted, Electric Vehicles Are Getting Cleaner

CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 13, 2021

By Elliott Negin As electric vehicle (EV) aficionados like to say, the cleaner the grid, the cleaner the EV. Unlike gasoline-fueled vehicles, all-electric vehicles don’t emit tailpipe pollution of any kind, smog-forming or climate change-creating. That certainly rings true.

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Yet Another Study Shows EVs Are Cleaner Than ICE & Continue Getting Cleaner

CleanTechnica EVs

MARCH 19, 2024

EVs are (once again) proving to be cleaner than comparable ICE vehicles. Plus, while ICE vehicles are stuck burning the same fuel for the rest of their serviceable lives, EVs continue to get cleaner as electric grids improve.

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RMI report finds substantial emissions reductions possible with smart EV charging

Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2022

A new report from RMI has found that optimized charging of electric vehicles, which involves automatically and strategically shifting when an EV charges, could significantly reduce transportation sector emissions, and could potentially result in an average of 800 pounds of CO? saved per vehicle annually.

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UCS: ride-hailing trips can produce nearly 70% greater emissions compared to private car trips

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

A new report by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) finds that the rising use of ride-hailing services is increasing carbon emissions, with ride-hailing trips producing nearly 70% greater emissions compared to the trips they are replacing. Error bars for bus and rail emissions represent variability among cities. Source: UCS.

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HEI launches two new non-tailpipe particulate emission studies

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2023

The Health Effects Institute (HEI) has launched two new studies funded under RFA 21-1, Quantifying Real-World Impacts of Non-Tailpipe Particulate Matter Emissions. The new studies are: Improved Characterization of the Real-World Contributions and Impacts of Non-tailpipe Particulate Matter Emissions ,” led by Greg Evans, University of Toronto.

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Insight into benzene formation could help development of cleaner combustion engines

Green Car Congress

JUNE 10, 2021

That insight could also help the car industry make cleaner combustion engines. They believe that the finding could one day lead to cleaner combustion engines. Furthermore, equipping airplanes and the gasoline-powered component of hybrid plug-in EVs with cleaner combustion engines could help reduce CO 2 emissions.

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ICCT study assesses infrastructure needed to support near term deployment of zero-emission Class 4-8 vehicles in US

Green Car Congress

MAY 12, 2023

A new study by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) assesses the near-term charging and refueling infrastructure needs for zero-emission Class 4-8 medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDV) at the national and sub-national levels. The paper provides state- and county-level data on projected charging needs.

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5 Million More Londoners to Breathe Cleaner Air Thanks to ULEZ

CleanTechnica EVs

DECEMBER 1, 2022

London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) will be expanded on 29 August 2023. It will operate London-wide across all London boroughs, up to the current Low Emission Zone (LEZ) boundary. To be clear, this means five million more Londoners will soon breathe cleaner air.

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Electric vehicles get cleaner every year. Here's how.

Green Energy Consumers

MAY 1, 2021

I often hear EV skeptics say some variation of, “Unless electric vehicles are charged with 100% renewables, they’re still contributing to pollution.” That seems intuitive, but we don’t have to wait for 100% zero-emissions electricity to have a huge impact on the climate by transitioning to electric vehicles.

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Celebrating Earth Month: Driving Toward a Greener, Cleaner Future

EV Connect

APRIL 29, 2024

Overall, the transportation sector accounts for 29% of greenhouse gas emissions. Today, there are 2,442,270 electric vehicles (EV) on the road and 2024 will be a record year in terms of EV adoption where over 10% of new car sales will be EVs. By working together, we can create a greener, cleaner future for generations to come.

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NY Governor orders regulatory action to require all LDVs sold in state to be zero-emissions by 2035

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 1, 2022

New York Governor Kathy Hochul directed the State Department of Environmental Conservation to take major regulatory action that will require all new passenger cars, pickup trucks, and SUVs sold in New York State to be zero emissions by 2035. Earlier post.).

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California ARB approves ACC II rule; 100% of LDVs to be PHEVS, ZEV by 2035; LEV IV emissions requirements

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 26, 2022

The rule establishes a year-by-year roadmap so that by 2035 100% of new cars and light trucks sold in California will be zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Increasing Access to Zero-Emission Vehicles. Phased in from 70% for 2026 through 2030 model years.)

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Altigreen saves 5,300 metric tonnes of eCO2 emissions | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

MAY 16, 2024

Altigreen, a prominent player in India’s commercial electric vehicle sector, has announced a significant milestone in its commitment to green mobility. With a fleet of approximately 5,000 vehicles now traversing roads across 173 RTO jurisdictions in India, Altigreen has collectively covered a distance of 50 million kilometers.

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ICCT assesses impact of EV battery manufacturing life-cycle emissions debt; policy implications

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

Analysts at the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) have reviewed recent research into the greenhouse gas emissions from the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles. They note that the the impacts of battery production on electric vehicles’ overall emissions is “an especially complex topic”.

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CARB approves $2.6B investment for clean cars, trucks, mobility options

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

billion investment plan to support the transition to zero-emission transportation. Supported projects range from incentives for cleaner trucks and buses, and mobility options such as bike- and car-sharing, to consumer rebates for clean cars. Support for commercial harbor craft: Dedicates $60 million for cleaner commercial harbor craft.

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Lifecycle Emissions of Electric Cars vs. Gasoline

Green Energy Consumers

JANUARY 5, 2023

When we talk about the environmental benefits of electric vehicles (EVs), we get a lot of questions about the lifetime greenhouse gas (GHG) impact of EVs vs internal combus t ion engine (ICE) cars. Electric cars don’t have tailpipe emissions when running on electricity, but battery manufacturing is an energy-intensive process.

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UC Davis researcher finds ride-hailing EVs offer triple the emissions benefits of a personally owned EV

Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2020

Replacing a gasoline-powered ride-hailing vehicle with an electric vehicle can deliver three times the carbon benefits of a personally owned electric vehicle, according to a study by a University of California, Davis, researcher of Uber and Lyft data. The paper is published in the journal Nature Energy.

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CMU study finds taxes on emissions would result in more rapid electrification by ridesharing companies

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Researchers at Carnegie Mellon’s College of Engineering have found that with an emissions-based incentive towards electrification, ridesourcing companies such as Uber and Lyft would electrify more and cut their emissions by amounts ranging from 10% in New York to 22% in Los Angeles. Source: Bruchon et al.

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New Mexico Hits the Gas on Cleaner Cars

CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 6, 2022

By Kathy Harris & Noah Long New Mexicans will now be able to buy cleaner, zero-emission vehicles in the state, thanks to Advanced Clean Cars (ACC) standards unanimously adopted by the Joint Albuquerque New Mexico Environmental Improvement and Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Boards (“Boards”).

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London study suggests PHEV vans a practical, accessible solution for cleaner air in European cities

Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2019

Three months since the introduction of the Ultra-Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) in London, results of a year-long trial in the capital suggest that plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) commercial vehicles could present the most practical, readily available option for businesses trying to meet clean-air targets in cities. million (US$5.9-million)

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The Transformative Role of Electric Vehicles in Shaping Smart Cities

Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Introduction In the era of rapid urbanization and sustainable development, the integration of electric vehicles (EVs) plays a pivotal role in shaping smart cities. In this section, we delve deeper into the various facets of environmental sustainability in the context of electric vehicles and their impact on smart cities.

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UC Berkeley study confirms that yes, EVs do what they promise to do

Electrek

APRIL 5, 2024

A new study from UC Berkeley confirms what EV fans already know: EV adoption does, in fact, make the air cleaner. Perhaps even more importantly, the study offers some quantifiable, granular data about how much electric vehicles are impacting emission rates in the here and now, not just in the foreseeable future.

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Young Arkansas Archer Aims for a Cleaner Future with Electric Vehicles

CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 17, 2021

By Stuart Ungar Nineteen-year-old Spencer Rhoden is charged up about electric vehicles. As a child, he was so obsessed that he had to dial back talking about them with his parents and friends. Now a rising sophomore at Lyon College, Spencer runs an EV clothing brand and has also started a new chapter of the […].

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FEV testing finds Transient Plasma ignition system increases fuel efficiency and decreases emissions

Green Car Congress

JUNE 9, 2022

The world cannot transition to widespread electric vehicle adoption overnight, despite the ambition and commitments of automakers and legislators. Hundreds of millions of internal combustion engine vehicles are projected to be sold round the globe in the next decade.

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NTSB Chair questions safety impact of heavy EVs

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 12, 2023

During a keynote speech to the Transportation Research Board annual meeting Wednesday, National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Chair Jennifer Homendy questioned the safety impact of electric vehicles. Now I want to be clear: I am inspired by the Administration’s commitment to phasing out carbon emissions. Shaffer et al.

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Washington governor proposes slate of measures to curb GHG emissions & transition state to cleaner energy; cap-and-trade and EV incentives

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Washington Governor Jay Inslee announced a set of proposals to transition Washington to cleaner sources of energy and to meet greenhouse gas (GHG) emission limits adopted by the state Legislature in 2008. Each year, the number of available allowances will decline to ensure emissions are gradually reduced. Cap-and-trade.

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Tesla and GM sign on to use supply chain emissions database

Teslarati

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Tesla, General Motors (GM) and others have signed an agreement to use a database tracking greenhouse gas emissions, with this year’s report having been shared by U.S. Being a company that manufactures electric vehicles (EVs) and other renewable energy products, Tesla has been a strong proponent of strict emissions rules.

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Volvo Trucks presents Vera autonomous electric vehicle for future transport solutions

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Volvo Trucks unveiled Vera : an autonomous, electric vehicle that can operate with significantly less exhaust emissions and low noise levels. Vera is controlled and monitored via a cloud-based service, and has the potential to make transportation safer, cleaner and more efficient.

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Queensland, AU doubles EV rebates to boost zero-emission vehicle adoption

Teslarati

APRIL 20, 2023

The Queensland government has announced a significant increase in rebates for electric vehicles (EVs) in the state. The move is intended to accelerate the adoption of cleaner and more sustainable transportation. GW of electricity—more generation capacity than the state’s two largest power stations combined.

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European Commission proposes Euro 7 standards

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 12, 2022

The European Commission presented its proposal for Euro 7 standards to reduce air pollution from new motor vehicles sold in the EU. While CO 2 emission rules will drive the deployment of zero-emission vehicles, it is important to ensure that all vehicles on European roads are much cleaner, the EC said.

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Nevada rebuffs Trump EPA, considers cleaner California vehicle standards

Green Car Reports

JUNE 23, 2020

state to join California vehicle emissions standards, as opposed to the lax standards and lack of electric-vehicle targets recently enacted by the Trump EPA. Nevada could be the next U.S.

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Canada takes boldest stance on electric vehicles yet

Teslarati

DECEMBER 25, 2022

Canada recently released the first details of its flagship policy to achieve one of its most ambitious climate goals to date — by 2035, every new car sold in the country must be emissions-free. In British Columbia, for example, one in five new cars sold in Q3 2022 was electric, but in Ontario, the ratio was one in 13.

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How the Electric Vehicle Revolution Is Changing the World

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 4, 2023

How the Electric Vehicle Revolution Is Changing the World Impacts Are Appearing All Over This article may contain affiliate links. From reducing emissions and preserving natural resources to enhancing energy security and creating new jobs, the electric vehicle (EV) revolution is changing how people live and work.

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Report on electric vehicle adoption in india

Baua Electric

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in India has been gaining momentum, driven by various factors such as environmental concerns, government initiatives, and advancements in technology. Various policy measures and incentives have been introduced to encourage both manufacturers and consumers to embrace electric mobility.

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Mitsubishi Motors signs electric vehicles agreement with Vietnamese government

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 15, 2018

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the government of Vietnam under which they plan to explore how best to promote the use of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. Vietnam is seeking ways to reduce CO 2 emissions and to produce cleaner air and greener cities.

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Cummins and Tata to collaborate on hydrogen engines, fuel cells and BEVs

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Cummins and Tata Motors signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the design and development of low- and zero-emission propulsion technology solutions for commercial vehicles in India, including hydrogen-powered internal combustion engines (H2ICE), fuel cells (FC), and battery electric vehicle (BEV) systems.

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Hydrogen Engine Fuel India

Canada: 100% Of Car & Passenger Truck Sales Must Be Zero-Emission By 2035 In Canada

CleanTechnica EVs

JULY 6, 2021

To build a cleaner, more prosperous economy that fights climate change and creates good jobs, the Government of Canada is taking action to cut pollution from all sectors of the economy — including from the transportation sector, which accounts for one-quarter of our greenhouse gas emissions. Originally published on Transport Canada.

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How Self-Driving Cars Will Accelerate Electric Vehicle Adoption

Green Car Congress

JULY 20, 2018

Plus, battery costs are rapidly decreasing and the public is warming up to the idea of electric cars. In fact, some experts predict electric vehicles (EVs) to account for 65 percent to 75 percent of sales in 2050—which is also good news for the environment. Electric Vehicles: Right Now. The solution?

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Dominion Energy sets new goal of net zero emissions by 2050 for both power generation, natural gas operations

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Dominion Energy announced a significant expansion of the company's greenhouse gas emissions-reduction goals, establishing a new commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. The goal covers carbon dioxide and methane emissions, the dominant greenhouse gases, from both electricity generation and gas infrastructure operations.

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$1 Million to Help Towns & Villages Purchase Electric Vehicles Courtesy of New York Power Authority

CleanTechnica EVs

JULY 29, 2021

Zero Emission Fleets to Help Reduce Greenhouse Gas Pollution and Accelerate New York State’s Transition to Cleaner Mobility.

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EPRI-NRDC report finds widespread vehicle electrification and a cleaner grid could lead to substantial cuts in GHG by 2050

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

Widespread adoption of electric transportation, including electrification in the off-road sector, could lead to substantial reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and could modestly improve air quality, according to a new analysis released by the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC).

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BNSF and Wabtec commence battery-electric locomotive pilot test in California

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 5, 2021

When running on the mainline, both the battery-electric and diesel locomotives will power the train. The battery-electric locomotive is expected to reduce the environmental impact from emissions along the route in an efficient manner, while improving the fuel economy for the entire consist by at least 10%.

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As states use less coal for electricity, driving electric vehicles becomes even cleaner

As states continue to use less coal for electricity, driving electric vehicles becomes even cleaner

As Predicted, Electric Vehicles Are Getting Cleaner

Yet Another Study Shows EVs Are Cleaner Than ICE & Continue Getting Cleaner

RMI report finds substantial emissions reductions possible with smart EV charging

UCS: ride-hailing trips can produce nearly 70% greater emissions compared to private car trips

HEI launches two new non-tailpipe particulate emission studies

Insight into benzene formation could help development of cleaner combustion engines

ICCT study assesses infrastructure needed to support near term deployment of zero-emission Class 4-8 vehicles in US

5 Million More Londoners to Breathe Cleaner Air Thanks to ULEZ

Electric vehicles get cleaner every year. Here's how.

Celebrating Earth Month: Driving Toward a Greener, Cleaner Future

NY Governor orders regulatory action to require all LDVs sold in state to be zero-emissions by 2035

California ARB approves ACC II rule; 100% of LDVs to be PHEVS, ZEV by 2035; LEV IV emissions requirements

Altigreen saves 5,300 metric tonnes of eCO2 emissions | Autocar Professional

ICCT assesses impact of EV battery manufacturing life-cycle emissions debt; policy implications

CARB approves $2.6B investment for clean cars, trucks, mobility options

Lifecycle Emissions of Electric Cars vs. Gasoline

UC Davis researcher finds ride-hailing EVs offer triple the emissions benefits of a personally owned EV

CMU study finds taxes on emissions would result in more rapid electrification by ridesharing companies

New Mexico Hits the Gas on Cleaner Cars

London study suggests PHEV vans a practical, accessible solution for cleaner air in European cities

The Transformative Role of Electric Vehicles in Shaping Smart Cities

UC Berkeley study confirms that yes, EVs do what they promise to do

Young Arkansas Archer Aims for a Cleaner Future with Electric Vehicles

FEV testing finds Transient Plasma ignition system increases fuel efficiency and decreases emissions

NTSB Chair questions safety impact of heavy EVs

Washington governor proposes slate of measures to curb GHG emissions & transition state to cleaner energy; cap-and-trade and EV incentives

Tesla and GM sign on to use supply chain emissions database

Volvo Trucks presents Vera autonomous electric vehicle for future transport solutions

Queensland, AU doubles EV rebates to boost zero-emission vehicle adoption

European Commission proposes Euro 7 standards

Nevada rebuffs Trump EPA, considers cleaner California vehicle standards

Canada takes boldest stance on electric vehicles yet

How the Electric Vehicle Revolution Is Changing the World

Report on electric vehicle adoption in india

Mitsubishi Motors signs electric vehicles agreement with Vietnamese government

Cummins and Tata to collaborate on hydrogen engines, fuel cells and BEVs

Canada: 100% Of Car & Passenger Truck Sales Must Be Zero-Emission By 2035 In Canada

How Self-Driving Cars Will Accelerate Electric Vehicle Adoption

Dominion Energy sets new goal of net zero emissions by 2050 for both power generation, natural gas operations

$1 Million to Help Towns & Villages Purchase Electric Vehicles Courtesy of New York Power Authority

EPRI-NRDC report finds widespread vehicle electrification and a cleaner grid could lead to substantial cuts in GHG by 2050

BNSF and Wabtec commence battery-electric locomotive pilot test in California

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