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Five things about EVs you know that aren't exactly true – ICCT
Decarbonising the transportation sector is one key to keeping global warming below 1.5˚C. And electric vehicles are the single most important technology to decarbonising the transportation sector according to the International Council on Clean Transport (ICCT). They share facts and bust myths on EVs and the environment.
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Effects of battery manufacturing on EV life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions – ICCT
This briefing reviews research regarding greenhouse gas emissions from the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles. The ICCT analyses this research in the overall context of life-cycle emissions of electric cars as compared to conventional internal combustion vehicles in Europe and discusses the primary drivers of battery manufacturing emissions and how these emissions could be further mitigated in the future.
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Electric cars are better for the climate than petrol or diesel – Sustainability by Numbers
Hannah Ritchie finds in her research that electric cars emit less CO₂ than fossil fuel cars. She notes that electric vehicles emit more during their production, but this quickly pays back once people start driving, and to get maximum benefits from EVs, we need to decarbonise our electricity quickly.
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Do electric vehicles reduce air pollution? – Sustainability by Numbers
Electric cars improve air quality compared to petrol and diesel cars, but they do not completely fix the problem. While they reduce exhaust emissions, non-exhaust emissions remain a consideration. Strategies like improved tyres and reduced vehicle weight are crucial for further mitigating pollution, but ultimately, fewer vehicles on the road is the most effective solution.
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E-fuel cars are not zero emission – Transport and Environment
It is widely believed that synthetic “e-fuels” offer a low-polluting substitute for fossil fuels. Yet, research indicates that while classified as CO₂ neutral, vehicles using e-fuels would emit roughly five times more CO₂ than EVs, and still emit air pollutants such as nitrogen oxides and carcinogenic particles.
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Tailpipe emissions research from idling engines – TRL/Idling Action Campaign
Idling Action Campaign and TRL carried out research into fossil fuel vehicle emissions – a summary of the report and impact can be found below
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Switching to electric vehicles would be fantastic for kids’ health – The Verge
A wholesale switch to electric vehicles would be a tremendous benefit to the health of many people around the world. But a new report from the American Lung Association highlights the particular advantages for children, especially those vulnerable to respiratory illness.
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Frequently asked questions about air pollution – The Ella Roberta Foundation
Invisible, with no smell or taste, air pollution is a difficult enemy to know. The Ella Roberta Foundation looks at what it is, why it’s so bad for you, and what you can do to reduce your exposure.