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Cornell study examines trade-off between critical metals requirement and transportation decarbonization

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“Recycling w/o 2nd” indicates retired batteries that are directly recycled without a second life as energy storage systems (ESSs). —Fengqi You, senior author Currently, critical metals and minerals are centralized in politically unstable Chile, Congo, Indonesia, Brazil, Argentina and South Africa, according to the World Bank.

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

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To answer these questions, we collaborated with Envirostrat to investigate some of the most common questions and concerns about the environmental impact that increased EV uptake will have on NZ, and in particular, how they really compare to ICEVs (internal combustion engine vehicles). Here’s what we discovered. WHAT EV MYTHS HAVE WE COVERED?

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

Drive Electric

To answer these questions, we collaborated with Envirostrat to investigate some of the most common questions and concerns about the environmental impact that increased EV uptake will have on NZ, and in particular, how they really compare to ICEVs (internal combustion engine vehicles). Here’s what we discovered. WHAT EV MYTHS HAVE WE COVERED?

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We Need More Than Just Electric Vehicles

Cars That Think

fleet of light vehicles. Although EV battery costs have fallen dramatically over the past decade, the International Energy Agency is projecting a. The International Energy Agency. light-duty passenger fleet by 2050 would raise demand for electricity by up to 1,700 terawatt-hours per year—41 percent of U.S.

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Decoding The Complex Supply Chain In The Electric Vehicle Industry

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Panasonic batteries are renowned for their energy storage capacity and long cycle life. Exploring initiatives to promote responsible sourcing and sustainable mining practices will shed light on the industry’s efforts to minimize environmental and social impacts. CATL  CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology Co.