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DNV GL paper suggests near-term success for LNG in shipping; alternative fuel mix to diversify over time

Green Car Congress

While renewable energy, particularly solar and wind, may have some potential to mitigate carbon emissions, this is not seen as a viable large-scale alternative for commercial shipping. If renewable energy from the sun or wind is not readily available for electricity production on shore, conventional power plants can be used.

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

Drive Electric

Because EVs run on electricity, the vehicle emits no exhaust from a tailpipe and does not contain the typical liquid fuel components in ICEVs. 40% of our energy comes from renewable sources, such as hydro, geothermal and wind. million tons), Argentina (2 million tons) and China (1 million tons).

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

Drive Electric

Because EVs run on electricity, the vehicle emits no exhaust from a tailpipe and does not contain the typical liquid fuel components in ICEVs. 40% of our energy comes from renewable sources, such as hydro, geothermal and wind. million tons), Argentina (2 million tons) and China (1 million tons).