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Green NCAP LCA study shows detrimental climate and energy impact of increasing vehicle weight, including EVs

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The results of the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of greenhouse gas emissions and primary energy demand of the cars tested by Green NCAP in 2022 show that the current and continuous trend towards larger and heavier cars, significantly increases the negative impact on climate and energy demand.

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CARB approves $2.6B investment for clean cars, trucks, mobility options

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Supported projects range from incentives for cleaner trucks and buses, and mobility options such as bike- and car-sharing, to consumer rebates for clean cars. billion Fiscal Year 2022-23 Funding Plan for Clean Transportation Incentives will benefit priority populations. The California Air Resources Board approved a $2.6-billion

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As Demand Grows for Electric Cars, So Does the Market for Green Jobs in the EV Industry

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Analysts expect openings for all types of electric vehicle jobs to expand over the next decade, with new opportunities across. continued] The post As Demand Grows for Electric Cars, So Does the Market for Green Jobs in the EV Industry appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Nigeria’s Ambitious Goal of a Clean Transportation Sector

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The African continent’s most populous nation has pledged to have all new sales of cars and vans be zero emissions by. continued] The post Nigeria’s Ambitious Goal of a Clean Transportation Sector appeared first on CleanTechnica. Nigeria is on a mission to decarbonize its transportation sector.

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A Battery-Swapping Secret Is Behind The New Nio Affordable L60 Electric Vehicle

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The Chinese automaker and battery-swapping enthusiast Nio is adding the new L60 electric car to its electric vehicle lineup under the Onvo brand. The post A Battery-Swapping Secret Is Behind The New Nio Affordable L60 Electric Vehicle appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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NC Governor Cooper Announces First Awards for Electric Vehicle Charging Station Program

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[Last week], Governor Roy Cooper took an important step to advance his Clean Transportation Plan by announcing the first round of conditional awards for developers to install and operate electric vehicle charging stations using North Carolina’s share of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program funds.

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Major New Commitment from Nearly 350 Mayors to Accelerate US Electric Vehicle Transition

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Mayors pledge to electrify 50% of city fleets by 2030 and increase EV infrastructure by 500% by 2035 EV transition will save taxpayer dollars, improve public health, increase access to charging, and create clean energy jobs, while sending strong market signals to manufacturers Washington, DC — Today, as a part.