Cars That Think

JULY 5, 2023

Heath has great job security: half of Phoenix residents are at risk of an emergency room visit or worse if their electricity fails during a future heat wave, according to a recent study. Instead, he and others are trying to invent new climate-control technology that doesn’t further exacerbate the dangers facing the planet’s climate.

Future 142

Future Climate Phoenix Gas-Electric 142

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

While the mix shifts toward lower-carbon-intensive fuels, the world will need to pursue all economic energy sources, the report says. As personal mobility increases, average new-car fuel economy (including SUVs and light trucks) will improve as well, rising from about 30 miles per gallon (7.83 l/100 km) in 2040.

Light 170

Light Oil Fuel Vehicles 170

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Join MITEI’s Center for Energy Storage, which seeks to develop new energy storage technologies for use in renewables-heavy electric power systems, electricity-powered transportation, and other applications. The company will: Extend its membership in MITEI’s Center for Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage.

MIT 150

MIT Carbon Future Energy 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 23, 2020

California’s latest greenhouse gas data shows that while the state continues to stay below its 2020 target for emissions, there is much more work to do to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045. tons per person to 10.7 tons per person in 2018, a 24% decrease. Transportation emissions declined 1.5

2020 221

2020 California Emissions 2018 221

Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2020

The system will graph lifecycle impact for a range of specified powertrains, for a large number of impact categories: Climate change [kg CO 2 -eq.]. Noise emissions [Person-Pascal/second]. The top sample above shows climate change impact; the subsequent chart shows human toxicity. Sample results from Carculator.

Mariner 435

Mariner Climate Change DC Cars 435

Green Car Congress

JULY 12, 2018

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced that greenhouse gas emissions in California in 2016 fell below 1990 levels for the first time since emissions peaked in 2004—a reduction roughly equivalent to taking 12 million cars off the road or saving 6 billion gallons of gasoline a year.

2004 225

2004 2016 Emissions California 225

Green Car Congress

JUNE 18, 2020

Ridesharing company Lyft—in collaboration with Environmental Defense Fund—has commited to reach 100% electric vehicles on the Lyft platform by 2030. The shift to 100% EVs for Lyft will mean transitioning all vehicles used on the Lyft platform over the next ten years to all-electric or other zero-emission technologies.

Denver 370

Denver Atlanta Seattle Gasoline-Electric 370

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

The Premier of Québec François Legault, and the Minister of the Environment and the Fight against Climate Change and Minister responsible for the Laval region, Benoit Charette, unveiled the 2030 Green Economy Plan (PEV 2030) and its first 2021-2026 implementation plan, with an envelope of $6.7 billion over five years. A target of 1.5

Transportation 333

Transportation Green Economy Climate Change 333

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 15, 2016

A study by a team at MIT has concluded that roughly 90% of the personal vehicles on the road in the US could be replaced by an electric vehicle available on the market today, even if the cars can only charge overnight. Together, the two datasets encompass millions of trips made by drivers all around the country.

MIT 150

MIT Personal Energy Vehicles 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 22, 2017

Between 2006 and 2015, California’s GDP per capita grew by almost $5,000 per person, nearly double the growth experienced by the US as a whole. Therefore, it is critical that the next generation of climate policies be designed to deliver steeper reductions. But the effects of these efforts seem to be reaching a plateau.

California 150

California Light Emissions Climate 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2020

The first pilot Volvo VNR Electric truck will operate at the Volvo Trucks North America TEC Equipment dealership in Fontana, California. This experience in designing, planning, and installing high-power chargers for electric trucks has taught us how critical it is to engage a variety of stakeholders early on.

Volvo 427

Volvo California All-Electric North America 427

Baua Electric

MAY 10, 2024

Halting fossil fuel use by 2050 is crucial to avoid exceeding the critical 2°C temperature increase threshold. Halting fossil fuel use by 2050 is crucial to avoid exceeding the critical 2°C temperature increase threshold. By cycling carbon through energy generation systems as biomass, it offers a means to address climate change.

Fuel 52

Fuel Auto Oil Conversion 52

Baua Electric

JUNE 12, 2024

One of the electric motors is for propulsion and always connected to the wheels, and it’s connected to the gas engine via a clutch, while the other is connected to the engine primarily as a generator. Around town, stoplight-to-stoplight, the Honda Civic’s gas engine barely kicks in, and when it does it’s quiet and calm. “At

Civic Hybrid 52

Civic Hybrid Fuel Economy Prius Honda 52

Green Car Congress

APRIL 11, 2017

As part of MIT’s five-year Plan for Action on Climate Change, the MIT Energy Initiative (MITEI) has launched a major study—“Mobility of the Future”—to explore how consumers and markets will respond to potentially disruptive technologies, business models, and government policies.

MIT 150

MIT Transportation Future Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 19, 2014

Results of a lifecycle analysis by a team at the University of Michigan suggest that multiple types of natural gas-powered vehicles—i.e., Results of a lifecycle analysis by a team at the University of Michigan suggest that multiple types of natural gas-powered vehicles—i.e., —Dai and Lastoskie.

Gas 218

Gas Li-ion Gas-Electric Conversion 218

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 19, 2020

The study, set in Singapore, suggests that better air quality will bring about climate co-benefits in reducing electricity generation via lower household demand, and thus mitigating carbon emissions. This is important for policymakers when forecasting and influencing future emissions paths in the context of climate change.

Pollution 275

Pollution Singapore Asia Climate Change 275

Green Car Congress

JUNE 8, 2015

In 2014, Volkswagen of America announced that starting with the launch of the zero-tailpipe emissions battery-electric 2015 e-Golf ( earlier post ), it would invest in projects to offset the carbon emissions created from the e-Golf on a full lifecycle basis: production, distribution and up to approximately 36,000 miles (57,936 km) of driving.

Carbon 150

Carbon Personal Store Emissions 150

Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Photo: Hornsea Project Europe’s coal electricity generation tanked by 26% and gas by 15% in 2023, according to a new report from energy think tank Ember. What’s more, for the first time, wind power, which grew by 18%, surpassed gas, which only accounted for 17% of Europe’s electricity. compared to 2022. The takeaway?

Coal 52

Coal Wind Solar Gas 52

Green Car Congress

APRIL 16, 2013

Total US greenhouse gas emissions by economic sector in 2011. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its 18 th annual report of overall US greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions showing a 1.6% CO 2 emissions from the combustion of fossil fuels in the transportation sector dropped 1.1%, from 1,763.9 Click to enlarge.

2011 218

2011 EPA Transportation Climate Change 218

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 25, 2017

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), IVECO (a brand of CNH Industrial) and ENGIE (Global Energy Player) are broadly collaborating to promote natural gas vehicles and infrastructure in Europe. FCA is pursuing the development of alternative fuel motors as a key pillar in its strategy.

Belgium 150

Belgium Chrysler Automobile Gas 150

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 27, 2021

The number of plug-in electric cars nearly doubled from 40 to more than 70 vehicles this year, including attractive SUV crossovers in the $40,000 range like the Ford Mustang Mach-E and the Volkswagen ID4. EV Climate Loans Help Close the Incentives Gap. This year has been the biggest year yet for EV adoption.

Affordable 81

Affordable Tax Credit Climate Tax 81

EV Life

APRIL 14, 2023

It’s no secret that motor vehicle emissions are one of the main sources of pollution in the state of California and one of the leading causes of climate change in the country. The only way to avoid more expensive and disruptive climate changes is to significantly reduce these emissions. air pollution in the state.

California 52

California Tax Credit Climate Change Grant 52

Green Car Congress

MAY 14, 2013

Factors such as size, population density, available fuels, types of businesses, climate, all play a role in both total and per capita emissions, the EIA noted. tonnes of CO 2 per person), followed by North Dakota (80.4 tonnes/person) and Alaska (54.6 tonnes/person). Climate Change Emissions'

2010 236

2010 Emissions California Transportation 236

EV Life

JUNE 8, 2023

The electric vehicle market has expanded rapidly in the last few years as automakers have introduced a variety of EV models to keep up with demand. These days, all-electric options are available in every type of vehicle, from high-horsepower electric sports cars to stylish electric luxury sedans to torque-heavy electric trucks.

SUV 52

SUV Tax Credit Market Tax 52

Green Car Congress

JULY 6, 2013

The consortium has been formed in parallel to a draft European Directive to promote the development of alternative fuels such as electricity and hydrogen, which is currently being considered by the European Parliament and the European Council. To join the consortium, contact AFHyPaC.

France 334

France Hydrogen International Vehicles 334

Green Car Congress

APRIL 16, 2012

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released the 17 th annual US greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory. As the largest source of US greenhouse gas emissions, CO 2 from fossil fuel combustion has accounted for. Emissions of CO 2 from fossil fuel combustion increased at an. from the previous year. from 1990 to 2010.

2010 252

2010 EPA Transportation Emissions 252

The Truth About Cars

MARCH 21, 2024

But as the Times points out, the government is NOT forcing the fleet to become all electric: The E.P.A. It does not mandate the sales of electric vehicles, and gas-powered cars and trucks could still be sold. The future is electric,” he said. regulation is not a ban. It’s up to the manufacturers to decide how to comply.

EPA 105

EPA Louisiana Climate Change Gas-Electric 105

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

True ZEVs—battery electric vehicles and the handful of fuel cell electric vehicles—are at 5.6% Accounting for normal fleet turnover rates and reductions from persons moving out of California, PEV sales would need to be 2.9 The trend towards light trucks continues in spite of higher fuel prices.

California 186

California Sale PHEV 2018 186

Creative Greenius

APRIL 25, 2021

I started learning about, writing about, and promoting electric cars in 2007. Debra and I finally got our first electric car, A 2012 Toyota RAV4 EV, a joint production with Tesla, in January of 2013. Debra Bushweit Galliani in 2013 with our first electric car. We’ve been driving our electric cars on sunshine ever since.

General Motors 370

General Motors Motoring Motors Motor 370

Electric Auto Association

APRIL 5, 2022

Anywhere there’s an electrical outlet! BY TIM BENFORD AND RAPP HANKINS OF DRIVE ELECTRIC DAYTON. It is a fact not obvious to non-electric vehicle (EV) owners that every electrical outlet (110v, 220v, or DC fast 480v) is a potential refueling spot for EVs. not internet-connected) and networked (internet-connected).

DC 78

DC Installation Store Personal 78

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 25, 2016

At the same time, energy efficiency gains and increased use of renewable energy sources and lower carbon fuels, such as natural gas, are expected to help reduce by half the carbon intensity of the global economy. The company forecasts modest gains for plug-in electric cars, with cost and functionality remaining barriers.

2014 150

2014 Carbon Energy Fuel Economy 150

Baua Electric

JULY 1, 2024

The fossil fuel giant’s plan doesn’t address Scope 3 emissions consumers produce using ExxonMobil’s fossil fuel products. Scope 3 emissions often represent the largest share of oil and gas companies’ total carbon footprint. If you’re an electric vehicle owner, charge up your car at home with rooftop solar panels.

Arkansas 52

Arkansas Buy Battery Batteries 52

Electric Auto Association

JUNE 9, 2021

Intuitive misconceptions about this harmful gas slows EV adoption By PETER DOUGLAS: MEMBER, ELECTRIC AUTO ASSOCIATION. The decision to purchase an electric vehicle (EV) over an internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle involves several factors. If we called it that, folks might take it more seriously. Nice association, right?

Carbon 88

Carbon CO2 Pollution Gas-Electric 88

Baua Electric

MAY 7, 2024

Photo: Kari Nousiainen/Flickr Vermont today passed a bill that requires 100% renewable electricity across all the state’s utilities by 2035, and it’s expected to become law. All Vermont utilities will also have to provide 100% renewable electricity to their customers. Vermont is one of 25 states in the US Climate Alliance.

Vermont 52

Vermont Renewable Solar Electric 52

EV Life

APRIL 7, 2023

That’s why it’s no surprise that the high sticker price of many electric vehicles, particularly Tesla models, has long been one of the main deterrents for people looking to buy a new car, truck, or SUV. Tesla’s electric vehicles are by far the most popular EVs in the country. Which brings us to Tesla.

Tax Credit 52

Tax Credit Tax Tesla Purchase 52

Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2017

This synthesis consumes only CO 2 and electricity, and is constrained only by the cost of electricity. Molten carbonate electrosynthesized boron-doped CNTs exhibit high electrical conductivity. Per ton CO 2 avoided, the C2CNT cement plant consumes $50 electricity, emits no CO 2 , and produces $100 cement and ∼$60,000 of CNTs.

CO2 150

CO2 Carbon Gas-Electric 2017 150

EV Connect

MARCH 20, 2023

Myth 1: EVs Are Just as Environmentally Disastrous as Gas Cars This is the most prevalent and distressing myth about EVs, and it tends to come in roughly two forms: concerns over the electricity that powers our vehicles and concerns about the resources needed to manufacture EVs. Concerns about EV manufacturing are more complex.

Charging 52

Charging Gasoline-Electric Grid United States 52