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Deutsche Post now automatically offsetting all CO2 emissions from mail transport

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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. Climate protection is a core focus issue for Deutsche Post. For the roughly 6.5

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Volkswagen Group continues switch to low-emission logistics with order for four more LNG ships

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Volkswagen is the first automaker to transport most of its new vehicles overseas using low-emission LNG ships. The further decarbonization of shipping will result in substantial CO 2 reductions, with the use of liquid natural gas enabling Volkswagen to cut the ships’ CO 2 emissions by up to 25% percent (tank-to-wake).

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CESifo: EVs not the best option for reduction in on-road CO2 in Germany given power mix

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According to a new study published by the ifo Institue Center for Economic Studies (CESifo) in Germany, EVs will barely help cut CO 2 emissions in the country over the coming years, as the introduction of electric vehicles does not necessarily lead to a reduction in CO 2 emissions from road traffic given the current power generation mix.

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Porsche Digital spins off e-mobility company “&Charge” to promote electric mobility

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These kilometers can then be redeemed, as charge credits for electric vehicles or free trips with public e-scooters and car-sharing services, among other things. The “&Charge” platform is currently available in Germany, Austria, Belgium and the Netherlands. “&Charge” has been a climate-neutral company since its foundation.

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Ford of Europe piloting geofencing and blockchain technology to ensure PHEVs operate efficiently in city center low-emission zones

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Ford is extending its European plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) trial to Cologne. The study, which is also testing Ford PHEVs on the streets of London and Valencia, Spain, aims to better analyse and show the real-world benefits of such vehicles for the environment and for commercial vehicle owners and operators.

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The European electric vehicle market continues to grow

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According to data released by BloombergNEF, Europe now accounts for 34% of global electric vehicle sales and is the second largest worldwide market after China. million electric vehicles will be sold in Europe in 2021, up 66% year-over-year, accounting for 19% of all new vehicle sales and only 3.6%

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Earth Day 2024: each day is about reducing emissions | Autocar Professional

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The shift to eco-friendly electric mobility is underway globally. In CY2023, global sales of electric vehicles (EVs) scaled a new high – over 13.6 That means slamming the brakes on biodiversity loss, putting a stop to pollution, and slashing greenhouse gas emissions globally. In India too, demand for EVs is accelerating.