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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

While the manufacturing of ICEVs has seemingly stalled in reducing carbon emissions, EVs have a cleaner and ever-improving future ahead. 40% of our energy comes from renewable sources, such as hydro, geothermal and wind. Vehicle body and other car parts. New Zealand’s solar adoption currently sits at around 1.3% THE BOTTOM LINE.

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Cleantech Blog: Smart Grids and Electric Vehicles

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

While the manufacturing of ICEVs has seemingly stalled in reducing carbon emissions, EVs have a cleaner and ever-improving future ahead. 40% of our energy comes from renewable sources, such as hydro, geothermal and wind. Vehicle body and other car parts. New Zealand’s solar adoption currently sits at around 1.3% THE BOTTOM LINE.