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Why EVs Aren't a Climate Change Panacea

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If just one out of five urban residents in Europe permanently changed from driving to cycling, emissions from automobiles would be cut by 8 percent, the study reports. Behavioral change is hard How willing are people to break their car dependency and other energy-related behaviors to address climate change?

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Volvo follows in Stellantis’ footsteps and departs from ACEA

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On Friday, the company says the ACEA lobby’s attempts to address climate change aren’t aggressive enough. In a statement , Volvo Cars said, “What we do as a sector will play a major role in deciding whether the world has a fighting chance to curb climate change.

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China and Norway Lead the World’s EV Switchover

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“It is quite possible that, absent technological advancement, the costs of mitigating greenhouse gasses through electrification can rise above current estimates of the social cost of carbon or, more significantly, above alternative approaches to mitigating climate change,” says Rapson. “If

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Strong support for EV ambitions | Autocar Professional

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Originally targeting three industries, the scheme was later expanded to include 14 sectors including automobiles, auto components, electronic products, solar PV modules, advanced chemistry cell (ACC) battery among others. It aims to promote import substitution besides generating employment opportunities.

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Siemens presents three-point plan for implementing cost-efficient energy transition in Germany

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Our aim is to achieve a sustainable energy system with secure supplies and affordable electricity. More than 90% cite affordability and security of supply as the biggest challenges to a successful energy transition. Climate Change Europe Policy Power Generation' —Peter Löscher, President and CEO of Siemens AG.

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ELECTRIC VEHICLE RULES IN INDIA: Everything That You Must Know

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With the increasing global concern over climate change and the need to transition towards cleaner and more sustainable modes of transportation, countries around the world have been formulating regulations to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). What is ARAI and Why Does It Matter for Indian EVs?

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EV sales in India at 3.4m, Maharashtra tops in 2Ws, PVs and buses | Autocar Professional

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Given their level of affordability, the electric two- and three-wheeler sub-segments will always be the volume drivers. Furthermore, growing consumer awareness of the need for eco-friendly mobility amidst the damaging effects of climate change which has also impacted India is helping the cause of EVs.

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