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EU should target 1M EV public chargers by 2024, 3M by 2029 say carmakers, environmentalists and consumer groups

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The proposal would also aid the creation of one million jobs across the continent and help the EU meet its climate goals, according to the groups. Otherwise, even the current reduction targets in fighting climate change are at risk. —Oliver Zipse, ACEA president and CEO of BMW.

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Volkswagen Group selected as new Industry Group Leader in Dow Jones Sustainability Index

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The 2013 review analyzed the corporate economic, environmental, and social sustainability performance of 31 automotive companies, seven of them from Europe, with reference to criteria such as environmental and climate protection strategy, innovation management and corporate social responsibility.

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California to top a quarter-million electric vehicles sold sometime this month

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BMW Group will offer a total of seven models in the US by spring of next year with an electric drivetrain or as plug-in hybrids. Transitioning to cars with no tailpipe pollution and incentivizing the infrastructure that supports them will help California meet climate change goals and federal clean air standards.

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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. ” The organization has been divided between the progressive stance supported by Volvo Cars and a more traditional outlook preferred by others, such as Stellantis. .” I’d love to hear from you!

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GM commits to 100% renewable energy by 2050

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This new renewable energy goal, along with the pursuit of electrified vehicles and efficient manufacturing, is part of the company’s overall approach to strengthening its business, improving communities and addressing climate change. —Amy Davidsen, North America executive director at The Climate Group.

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SAE CRP: growing high level of confidence that R1234yf can be used safely; “disappointment” with departure of Daimler, BMW and Audi

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This was followed shortly thereafter by BMW and Audi also leaving the CRP. SAE said that the findings of the original CRP1234 remain well founded in that R1234yf poses no greater risk than other engine compartment fluids. The CRP noted “ with disappointment ” the recent decision by Daimler to discontinue its participation in the group.

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National Drive Electric Week 2021

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It is also the perfect opportunity for drivers who are EV-curious, or considering transitioning to an electric vehicle, to attend in-person or online events and connect with EV owners, manufacturers, and organizations in the EV/conservation space to gain extensive insight on the subject from a variety of different perspectives. .