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EEA: large-scale roll-out of EVs will help EU shift to green transport, but may challenge power grid

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A large scale roll-out of electric cars on European roads would result in significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions and lower levels of certain air pollutants, according to a new European Environment Agency (EEA) assessment. However, larger numbers of electric vehicles will not be enough for the shift to a low-carbon economy. Source: EEA.

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Endesa develops prototype charger enabling electric vehicle to return power to the grid; hoping for deployment by 2020

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Developed by Endesa in conjunction with the CITCEA centre of the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC) and the Catalonia Institute for Energy Research (IREC), this system is currently being validated in a lab before being rolled out to Endesa’s Smartcity in Malaga for testing in a real environment with real users.

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Electric Vehicle Industry Associations – Joining Forces to Drive Adoption

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They focus efforts across a range of activities, including bio-waste recycling, the built environment, the circular economy, green recovery, decarbonizing heat, power, and transportation, among others. REA hosts an annual EV conference focusing on how consumers will engage with the EV sector.

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The Transformative Role of Electric Vehicles in Shaping Smart Cities

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Smart cities, therefore, are not only focused on the operational phase but also on sustainable manufacturing processes and recycling initiatives. Promoting Sustainable Transportation Behavior: The adoption of electric vehicles within smart cities fosters a shift towards more sustainable transportation behavior among residents.