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Study finds behavior-influencing policies remain critical for mass market success of low-carbon vehicles

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Policies to entice consumers away from fossil-fuel powered vehicles and normalize low carbon, alternative-fuel alternatives, such as electric vehicles, are vital if the world is to significantly reduce transport sector carbon pure-emissions, according to a new study.

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OECD paper presents and analyzes policies and programs to foster market growth of green cars

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However, he writes, the use of targeted policy intervention raises a number of challenges related to the timing and level of support; the choice of appropriate policies and fuels/technologies that should be supported, and the inherent risks. Alternative fuels include biofuels, natural gas, hydrogen and electricity from the grid.

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Study concludes significant additional transport policy interventions will be required for Europe to meet its GHG reduction goal

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A detailed survey of these technologies, their likely future techno-economic characteristics, and the uncertainty involved was carried out by the Technology Opportunities and Strategies toward Climate-friendly Transport (TOSCA) project. Although alternative passenger car technologies are available, their adoption is very limited.

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Study for European Parliament assesses options for turning CO2 into methanol for use in transport

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The report concluded that benefits in the medium- and long-term can be anticipated since the obtaining of an alternative fuel using a residual greenhouse gas would allow European dependence on conventional fossil fuels to be cut, and that way the risks in supply security to be minimized. —Methanol report.

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NRC report concludes US LDVs could cut oil consumption and GHGs by 80% by 2050; reliance on plug-ins, biofuels and hydrogen; strong policies mandatory

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Achieving those goals will will be difficult—but not impossible to meet—and will necessitate a combination of more efficient vehicles; the use of alternative fuels such as biofuels, electricity, and hydrogen; and strong government policies to overcome high costs and influence consumer choices. Major Findings.

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Why EV Charging is the Missing Puzzle Piece for Retailers

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This presents an opportunity to increase the amount of time that your customer spends at your location. You enjoy guaranteed minimum revenue per parking spot with higher future revenue as demand rises. If your shopping center provides EV charging as an amenity, EV drivers are more likely to choose your business versus your competitor.

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EV Charging Accessibility: Public vs. Private Charging Stations

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Public EV Charging Stations Public EV charging is in large part the future of the EV industry; in order for there to be sustained growth in the EV sector public charging needs to be robust and accessible. Department of Energy: Alternative Fuels Data Center - Developing Infrastructure To Charge Plug-In Electric Vehicles