Green Car Congress

APRIL 4, 2011

The many new and expanded strong policy initiatives and green targets in China’s 12 th Five year Plan, released on 5 March 2011, provide “ clear evidence ” that China’s low-carbon policies remain global best-in-class, according to a new report from DB Climate Change Advisors (DBCCA). Source: DBCCA.

Carbon 220

Carbon Chinese Economy Climate Change 220

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 12, 2013

Consumption-based power mixes and NG transmission distances by Chinese province in 2010. In February 2012, the China State Council approved its first national ambient air quality standard for PM 2.5 , which will come into effect by the end of 2015. Credit: ACS, Huo et al. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.]

Coal 231

Coal Pollution China Gas 231

EV Match

AUGUST 29, 2022

The recently passed Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is arguably the most significant piece of climate legislation the United States has ever seen, including significant investments in clean energy and consumer incentives to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) adoption. How the IRA will help tackle climate change.

Electric Vehicles 52

Electric Vehicles Tax Credit Industrial Industry 52

Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2015

This helps to explain the climate changes we are now experiencing. The Wall Street Journal (article published on 4-30-2015) notes that home systems recently introduced by Solar City will be priced at $23,429 for a 5 kWh battery—nearly two thirds the cost of a Chevrolet Volt! These items add value to the grid.

PHEV 150

PHEV Plug-in Renewable Energy 150

Baua Electric

MAY 12, 2024

News came out on Friday that President Biden is set to quadruple tariffs on Chinese EVs to protect the US auto industry from the rapid growth of Chinese EV manufacturing. 84% in 2015), leapfrogging several early adopter nations. The US is also set to announce a 4x increase in existing tariffs against Chinese EVs.

China 52

China Japan Chinese Auto Industry 52