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Polestar reduced greenhouse-gas emissions by 6% per car in 2021

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Polestar has released its second Annual Review and Sustainability report , highlighting progress towards its ambitious climate goals. Polestar is targeting a truly climate-neutral car by 2030; to halve carbon emissions per sold car between 2020 and 2030; and to reach climate neutrality across its value chain by 2040.

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Delaware adopting California’s ZEV regulations

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In states already in the program, the automobile industry has successfully met the required percentage. Manufacturers receive credits for each delivered vehicle based on the type of vehicle, range and other factors. Each year, manufacturers must meet a ZEV credit amount that is based on average annual sales. DNREC Secretary Shawn M.

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Tesla Energy director believes Australia can become a large supplier of lithium

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” As the automobile industry embraces battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and the energy industry starts incorporating sustainable solutions with large battery storage units , demand for lithium will continue to grow.

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Fast EV charging stations to be installed up and down motorways by 2025

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This initiative is perfectly aligned with the EU’s commitment to adhere to the Paris Climate Agreement, and we wholeheartedly believe it will transform the landscape of the automobile industry. Let’s delve into the details of this landmark law.

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New report released by UK House of Commons calls for advancing date for end of sale of conventional cars to before 2040

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Require the automobile industry to contribute to a new clean air fund, following the ‘polluter pays’ principle, on a scale that adequately compensates for the health costs of diesel pollution.

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EU reaches compromise on 2035 new ICE vehicle ban

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A “Climate Fund” will also be established to help households pay for this new carbon credit program. The Commission also decided to cut the “Social Climate Fund” from 72 billion euros to 59 billion euros. The carbon market will be reformed with multiple changes.

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How Lindstrom is making EV cell manufacturing safer via its workwear | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Other areas in automotive that require workwear include after-sales workshops for mechanics, added Roy before continuing, “In India, the automobile industry accounts for 3–5% of the company’s total revenue.”