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Coal Into Cars: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly

Plugs and Cars

But we need to keep in mind that when we're talking about cars, even coal-generated electricity results in lower greenhouse gas emissions compared with petroleum. However, as the Environmental Entrepreneurs report on Costa Rica recommends, biomass crops into electricity is a beneficial strategy. It's the plug, stupid.

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Nearly one in five cars sold worldwide in 2023 was electric: IEA | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

The electrification of 2/3Ws and public or shared mobility will be key to achieve emissions reductions in such cases. While switching from internal combustion engine (ICE) to electric cars is important, the effect on overall emissions differs depending on the mode of transport that is displaced.