Carbon, Electric Vehicles and Emissions

Carbon emissions from generating electricity for electric vehicles vary greatly across the individual US states

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MAY 1, 2023

by Michael Sivak, Sivak Applied Research The overall advantage of battery electric over gasoline vehicles, in terms of well-to-wheels emissions of greenhouse gases, has been well documented. However, the emissions of electric vehicles depend greatly on the energy source used to generate the electricity that powers them.

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IEA: global carbon dioxide emissions have rebounded strongly

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MARCH 3, 2021

The Covid-19 crisis in 2020 triggered the largest annual drop in global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions since the Second World War, according to IEA data, but the overall decline of about 6% masks wide variations depending on the region and the time of year. Emissions in the United States fell by 10% in 2020.

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Stellantis partners with CARB to reduce carbon emissions

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MARCH 20, 2024

Stellantis and CARB (California Air Resources Board) partnered to reduce carbon emissions. Importantly, industry collaboration helps accelerate the deployment of zero-emissions options that will make a more sustainable future possible.” However, Stellantis has a long way to go before it can truly be carbon net zero.

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Kia EV6 achieves product carbon footprint certification from the Carbon Trust

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AUGUST 12, 2021

Kia EV6 ( earlier post )has achieved product carbon footprint certification and ‘ Carbon Measured ’ label from the global climate change and sustainability consultancy the Carbon Trust, becoming the first Korean vehicle manufacturer to achieve the certificate.

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Argonne study compares life cycle emissions of battery-grade lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide from brines and ores

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JULY 14, 2021

Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory have conducted life cycle analyses (LCAs) for battery-grade lithium carbonate (Li 2 CO 3 ) and lithium hydroxide monohydrate (LiOH•H 2 O) produced from Chilean brines (Salar de Atacama) and Australian spodumene ores. This information will help us achieve our goal of being carbon neutral by 2030.

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Study finds all-electric rideshare fleet could reduce carbon emissions, but increase traffic issues

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JUNE 23, 2023

Major ridesourcing companies Uber and Lyft have promised all-electric fleets by 2030 in an effort to reduce their carbon footprint. This extra vehicle travel increases estimated congestion, crash risk, and noise externalities by 2–3% (2–3¢ per trip). —Mohan et al. Mohan et al.

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Renewables & Electric Cars Helped Limit Increases Of Carbon Emissions In 2023

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MARCH 5, 2024

The 2023 report from the IEA shows that carbon emissions were reduced below what they might have been by renewables and EVs. The post Renewables & Electric Cars Helped Limit Increases Of Carbon Emissions In 2023 appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Goodyear announces first tire to use carbon black produced via methane pyrolysis; Monolith’s carbon black

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MAY 11, 2023

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced a new tread formulation for its ultra-high performance, all-season ElectricDrive GT tire, tuned for electric vehicles, in size 235/40R19. The specialized tread compound that provides enhanced all-season traction will include Monolith carbon black produced by methane pyrolysis.

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MIT study finds computational load for widespread autonomous driving could be a huge driver of global carbon emissions

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JANUARY 15, 2023

The data centers that house the physical computing infrastructure used for running applications are widely known for their large carbon footprint; they currently account for about 0.3% of global greenhouse gas emissions, or about as much carbon as the country of Argentina produces annually, according to the International Energy Agency.

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Vale Canada to supply Northvolt with low-carbon nickel products for batteries

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MARCH 26, 2022

Vale Canada and lithium-ion cell producer Northvolt AB announced a multi-year agreement for Vale to supply low-carbon nickel products to Northvolt, reinforcing the companies’ shared commitment to sustainability in the electric vehicle supply chain and electrification of the broader mining industry.

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UK researchers report that alcohols in windshield washer fluid are major unreported source of VOCs emissions from cars, including EVs

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JUNE 8, 2023

In a recent open-access paper published in ACS’ Environmental Science & Technology , researchers from the University of York report that alcohols in windshield washer fluid account for a larger fraction of real-world vehicle emissions than previous estimates have suggested. Cliff et al. —Cliff et al.

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Electricity & Airplanes — Lowering The Carbon Emissions Of Flight

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MARCH 9, 2024

Electrification of airplanes and the airline business is moving ahead with new vehicles from Mercedes and Airbus. The post Electricity & Airplanes — Lowering The Carbon Emissions Of Flight appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Global Carbon Project: Global carbon emissions growth slows, but hits record high

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DECEMBER 5, 2019

Driven by rising natural gas and oil consumption, levels of CO 2 are expected to hit 37 billion metric tons this year, according to new estimates from the Global Carbon Project (GCP), an initiative led by Stanford University scientist Rob Jackson. over 2018 emissions. increase in carbon dioxide emissions for 2019.

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Renault Scénic Vision hydrogen hybrid concept offers 75% smaller carbon footprint than a conventional BEV

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MAY 20, 2022

Its hybrid electric and hydrogen powertrain aims to reduce downtime related to energy recharging while reducing the carbon footprint, including the battery. Renault Scénic Vision is zero emission in production and in use with a 75% smaller carbon footprint than a conventional battery electric vehicle.

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Battery-Electric Vehicles Will Prevail Over Hybrids

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MARCH 27, 2024

Battery-electric vehicles are the best choice for anyone hoping to reduce their carbon emissions quickly. The post Battery-Electric Vehicles Will Prevail Over Hybrids appeared first on CleanTechnica. The problem with PHEVs is simple -- they still run on fossil fuels.

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General Motors plans to be carbon-neutral by 2040; eliminate LDV tailpipe emissions by 2035

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JANUARY 29, 2021

GM plans to become carbon-neutral in its global products and operations by 2040 and has committed to setting science-based targets to achieve carbon neutrality. The use of GM’s products accounts for 75% of carbon emissions related to this commitment. The company has also signed the Business Ambition Pledge for 1.5?C,

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Deutsche Post now automatically offsetting all CO2 emissions from mail transport

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JANUARY 4, 2022

Starting immediately, Deutsche Post is offsetting any unavoidable CO 2 emissions due to mail transport with investments in internationally recognized and certified climate protection projects at no extra charge. For the last ten years, DHL has transported all parcels for private customers with its climate-friendly “GoGreen” service.

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UCS: ride-hailing trips can produce nearly 70% greater emissions compared to private car trips

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FEBRUARY 26, 2020

A new report by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) finds that the rising use of ride-hailing services is increasing carbon emissions, with ride-hailing trips producing nearly 70% greater emissions compared to the trips they are replacing. Error bars for bus and rail emissions represent variability among cities.

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FHWA proposes rulemaking for states and municipalities to track and reduce GHG emissions

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JULY 8, 2022

The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking ( NPRM ) for states and municipalities to track and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. A Discretionary Grant Program for Charging and Fueling Infrastructure will provide $2.5

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California EV adoption driving steady decline in emissions: study

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APRIL 7, 2024

A new study from the University of California (UC) Berkeley shows a steady, albeit modest, decline in carbon emissions with increased electric vehicle (EV) adoption over the last few years. The data shows a gradual decline in carbon dioxide emissions, representing a 1.8-percent What are your thoughts?

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EV Charging Emissions Slashed By Up To 89% By New Technology

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MAY 15, 2024

Latest data shows the dramatic reduction in charging emissions can be achieved by utilising DriveElectric Plus. New technology helps drivers ensure their EVs deliver the maximum impact on business carbon reduction targets Data shows dramatic variation in the emissions associated with charging an electric vehicle With data showing a dramatic.

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Tevva and Vattenfall collaborate to develop zero-emission transport solution; electric with hydrogen range extender

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APRIL 26, 2021

Electric truck company Tevva and Vattenfall signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore the opportunity to provide a complete zero-emission transport solution for businesses looking to reduce the overall carbon impact of their operations.

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ICCT report quantifies emissions benefits if 12 states & DC adopt slate of California medium- and heavy-duty vehicle regulations

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NOVEMBER 1, 2021

The Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rule requires the sale of at least 30% zero-emission trucks by 2030; the HDV Omnibus rule requires a 90% reduction in NO x emissions from Model Year 2027 engines; and the California Phase 2 greenhouse gas rule sets standards to improve the efficiency of tractor-trailers.

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Nissan to be carbon-neutral by 2050; 100? of new vehicle offerings in key markets to be electrified by early 2030s

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JANUARY 27, 2021

has set the goal to achieve carbon neutrality across the company’s operations and the life cycle of its products by 2050. Life cycle” includes raw material extraction, manufacturing, use, and the recycling or reuse of end-of-life vehicles. Nissan Motor Co.,

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California Energy Commission approves $2.9B investment for zero-emission transportation infrastructure

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DECEMBER 15, 2022

billion investment plan that accelerates California’s 2025 electric vehicle (EV) charging and hydrogen refueling goals. This transformative investment will deploy charging and refueling infrastructure swiftly and equitably to make sure drivers of zero-emission cars and trucks feel confident they can refuel wherever they go.

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European battery maker ACC partners with Circulor to map supply chain, carbon emissions – ET Auto

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JANUARY 17, 2024

The partnership comes as the European auto industry readies for a “battery passport” that will trace the content and carbon footprint of EV cells sold in Europe. Circulor is also part of the battery passport project.

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Siemens USA aims for carbon-neutral fleet by 2030

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MAY 15, 2021

Siemens USA has set a goal to transition to a fully carbon-neutral fleet in the US by 2030. Siemens’ US fleet coomprises more than 10,000 vehicles, from sedans and service vans to light- and heavy-duty trucks. There are several initiatives underway, including: Accelerating electric-vehicle adoption.

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HEI launches two new non-tailpipe particulate emission studies

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JANUARY 8, 2023

The Health Effects Institute (HEI) has launched two new studies funded under RFA 21-1, Quantifying Real-World Impacts of Non-Tailpipe Particulate Matter Emissions. The new studies are: Improved Characterization of the Real-World Contributions and Impacts of Non-tailpipe Particulate Matter Emissions ,” led by Greg Evans, University of Toronto.

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Independent study confirms cost savings & emissions advantages for heavy-duty trucks running ClearFlame’s engine technology

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MAY 1, 2022

Ethanol’s shorter hydrocarbon chains (two-carbon atoms vs diesel’s twelve- carbon atoms) reduce or eliminate soot formation under typical engine conditions. ClearFlame’s technology has the potential to reduce well-to-wheels GHGs and tailpipe emissions relative to traditional diesel fuel significantly.

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Nikola and KeyState partner to create low-carbon hydrogen value chain in PA

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NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Nikola Corporation and KeyState Natural Gas Synthesis , a clean hydrogen and chemicals production facility under development, are working together to create Pennsylvania’s first low-carbon hydrogen production value chain, which includes full integration of commercial carbon capture and storage.

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Porsche and Hydro to cooperate on low-carbon aluminum and battery materials recycling

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APRIL 28, 2023

Porsche AG and Norsk Hydro ASA will work together to further reduce the carbon footprint of Porsche’s car models by using low-carbon aluminum and extrusions from Hydro. Hydro will deliver to Porsche and several of Porsche’s component suppliers its low-carbon aluminum offering, Hydro Reduxa 4.0

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Truck Manufacturers A More Carbon Intensive Investment Than Oil, Steel Or Cars — Study

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MAY 5, 2024

Investors ‘in for a shock’ as scope 3 disclosure requirements kick in next year with truckmaker emissions 50% higher than what they report to investors. The only sector T&E could find with an average carbon intensity higher than truckmakers is coal mining European truckmakers’ emissions are 50% higher than what.

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How EVs Are Reducing Carbon (CO2) Emissions

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

One avenue to combat this crisis is a rapid reduction in carbon emissions from our daily transportation, one of the leading contributors of CO 2 emissions. Enter electric vehicles: a practical step toward reducing carbon emissions and reinforcing sustainable practices.

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Toyota Motor Europe starts transporting vehicles by cross-channel rail freight to reduce emissions

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FEBRUARY 27, 2022

Corolla hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) produced at its plant in Derby will be freighted to its Valenciennes hub, and Yaris HEVs produced in France will be delivered to the UK. The initiative also positions Toyota as the only automotive manufacturer currently using the Channel Tunnel link for the transportation of new vehicles.

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Renault Group signs lithium offtake agreement with Vulcan Energy; Zero Carbon Lithium

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AUGUST 2, 2021

Renault Group and Vulcan Energy Resources , a lithium developer targeting carbon-neutral lithium production ( earlier post ), have signed a lithium offtake term sheet. Vulcan’s Zero Carbon Lithium process flow sheet. Vulcan is aiming to become the first lithium producer with net-zero greenhouse gas emissions.

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European Made Batteries Could Be 60% Less Carbon Intensive Than Chinese — Analysis

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MAY 13, 2024

Onshoring the EV supply chain to Europe would cut the emissions of producing a battery by 37% compared to a China-controlled supply chain, according to new analysis by Transport & Environment (T&E). This carbon saving rises to.

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SafeAI, Siemens, Obayashi collaborate to bring retrofitted autonomous, zero-emission heavy vehicles to off-road industries

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JUNE 3, 2022

SafeAI, a global leader in autonomous heavy equipment, announced a collaboration with Siemens today to create an autonomous, zero emission heavy vehicle fleet for Obayashi Corporation. In May 2022, the companies began retrofitting the first 45 ton vehicle, which is expected to be ready by the end of 2022.

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Ford sets target to become carbon-neutral globally by 2050

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JUNE 25, 2020

Ford Motor Company intends to achieve carbon neutrality globally by 2050, while setting interim targets to address climate change challenges more urgently. Carbon neutrality refers to achieving zero carbon emissions by balancing such emissions with carbon removal. Ford is investing more than $11.5

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Babcock to support British Army with electric vehicle conversion and trials

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APRIL 14, 2023

International defense company Babcock International has been awarded a one-year contract by the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) to help the British Army understand the applications and constraints of electric propulsion.

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Canada Nickel launches subsidiary to develop zero-carbon production of nickel, cobalt and iron

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AUGUST 17, 2020

has created a wholly-owned subsidiary, NetZero Metals, to begin the research and development of a processing facility that would be located in the Timmins, Ontario region with the goal of utilizing existing technologies to produce zero-carbon nickel, cobalt and iron products. Canada Nickel Company Inc.

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Origin Materials launches Net Zero Automotive Program with Ford; carbon-negative PET

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JUNE 19, 2021

Origin Materials has developed technology which turns sustainable wood residues into cost-advantaged, carbon-negative materials that reduce the need for fossil resources. The Origin platform converts C-6 cellulose into four isolated building-block chemicals in one chemo-catalytic step in liquid-phase reactors with almost zero carbon loss.

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FedEx commits to carbon-neutral operations by 2040

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MARCH 4, 2021

home of the world’s largest cargo airline, has set a goal to achieve carbon–neutral operations globally by 2040. To help reach this goal, FedEx is designating more than $2 billion of initial investment in three key areas: vehicle electrification; sustainable energy; and carbon sequestration. Natural Carbon Sequestration.

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UP Catalyst offering carbon-negative graphite for European battery supply chain

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DECEMBER 6, 2022

UP Catalyst , an Estonia-based company developing a method to produce sustainable carbon nanomaterials and graphite from CO 2 ( earlier post ), says that it can produce carbon-negative graphite, consuming 3.7 Whether it is natural or fossil fuel-derived synthetic graphite, the estimated carbon footprint it accounts for is 5.3

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From Cradle To Grave, Electric Vehicles Have Fewer Greenhouse Gas Emissions Than Gas Vehicles

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AUGUST 14, 2023

Cradle-to-grave greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for a small gasoline SUV in 2020 were estimated to be 429 grams of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) per mile, while the same size EV with 300 miles of range had 48% fewer GHG emissions.

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Carbon emissions from generating electricity for electric vehicles vary greatly across the individual US states

IEA: global carbon dioxide emissions have rebounded strongly

Stellantis partners with CARB to reduce carbon emissions

Kia EV6 achieves product carbon footprint certification from the Carbon Trust

Argonne study compares life cycle emissions of battery-grade lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide from brines and ores

Study finds all-electric rideshare fleet could reduce carbon emissions, but increase traffic issues

Renewables & Electric Cars Helped Limit Increases Of Carbon Emissions In 2023

Goodyear announces first tire to use carbon black produced via methane pyrolysis; Monolith’s carbon black

MIT study finds computational load for widespread autonomous driving could be a huge driver of global carbon emissions

Vale Canada to supply Northvolt with low-carbon nickel products for batteries

UK researchers report that alcohols in windshield washer fluid are major unreported source of VOCs emissions from cars, including EVs

Electricity & Airplanes — Lowering The Carbon Emissions Of Flight

Global Carbon Project: Global carbon emissions growth slows, but hits record high

Renault Scénic Vision hydrogen hybrid concept offers 75% smaller carbon footprint than a conventional BEV

Battery-Electric Vehicles Will Prevail Over Hybrids

General Motors plans to be carbon-neutral by 2040; eliminate LDV tailpipe emissions by 2035

Deutsche Post now automatically offsetting all CO2 emissions from mail transport

UCS: ride-hailing trips can produce nearly 70% greater emissions compared to private car trips

FHWA proposes rulemaking for states and municipalities to track and reduce GHG emissions

California EV adoption driving steady decline in emissions: study

EV Charging Emissions Slashed By Up To 89% By New Technology

Tevva and Vattenfall collaborate to develop zero-emission transport solution; electric with hydrogen range extender

ICCT report quantifies emissions benefits if 12 states & DC adopt slate of California medium- and heavy-duty vehicle regulations

Nissan to be carbon-neutral by 2050; 100? of new vehicle offerings in key markets to be electrified by early 2030s

California Energy Commission approves $2.9B investment for zero-emission transportation infrastructure

European battery maker ACC partners with Circulor to map supply chain, carbon emissions – ET Auto

Siemens USA aims for carbon-neutral fleet by 2030

HEI launches two new non-tailpipe particulate emission studies

Independent study confirms cost savings & emissions advantages for heavy-duty trucks running ClearFlame’s engine technology

Nikola and KeyState partner to create low-carbon hydrogen value chain in PA

Porsche and Hydro to cooperate on low-carbon aluminum and battery materials recycling

Truck Manufacturers A More Carbon Intensive Investment Than Oil, Steel Or Cars — Study

How EVs Are Reducing Carbon (CO2) Emissions

Toyota Motor Europe starts transporting vehicles by cross-channel rail freight to reduce emissions

Renault Group signs lithium offtake agreement with Vulcan Energy; Zero Carbon Lithium

European Made Batteries Could Be 60% Less Carbon Intensive Than Chinese — Analysis

SafeAI, Siemens, Obayashi collaborate to bring retrofitted autonomous, zero-emission heavy vehicles to off-road industries

Ford sets target to become carbon-neutral globally by 2050

Babcock to support British Army with electric vehicle conversion and trials

Canada Nickel launches subsidiary to develop zero-carbon production of nickel, cobalt and iron

Origin Materials launches Net Zero Automotive Program with Ford; carbon-negative PET

FedEx commits to carbon-neutral operations by 2040

UP Catalyst offering carbon-negative graphite for European battery supply chain

From Cradle To Grave, Electric Vehicles Have Fewer Greenhouse Gas Emissions Than Gas Vehicles

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