Category: Electric Vehicles
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The Hidden Hazards of Tire Microplastics Pollution in the Era of Electric Vehicles
Plastic Pollution In recent years plastic pollution has gained global attention due to its harmful effects on our environment, especially our oceans. We often associate plastic pollution with single use plastics and ocean debris but there is another culprit just beneath our wheels: tire microplastics. In this blog, we will explore the issue of tire…
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Things to Consider Before Buying an Electric Vehicle
Buying an EV: Thoughts on Battery Degradation and Charging Infrastructure With rising gas prices and an increasing interest in reducing their carbon footprint, more and more consumers are buying electric vehicles (EVs). While the growing adoption of EVs promises immense and desperately needed emissions reductions, your everyday consumer has some practical electric vehicle considerations to…
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The Constant Evolution of Car Battery Cells: Understanding General Motors’ Decision to Cancel the Chevy Bolt
What can a recall of battery cells tell us about balancing affordability with ever-advancing technology? The Chevy Bolt is officially CANCELLED. The evolution of battery cells has been a crucial factor in the advancement of electric vehicles (EVs). Battery cells have become more efficient, powerful, and cost-effective over the years. This makes EVs increasingly attractive…
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Carbon Reduction Commitments: Automakers Edition
Car Companies Respond to Climate Change with Carbon Reduction Commitments The Call to Action In order to do this, countries, especially in the Global North, must take drastic measures to reduce their contributing GHG emissions. Currently, transportation is one of the largest contributors of greenhouse gas emissions next to electricity and heat. In the U.S.,…
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Why are people making greener decisions?
Reducing Greenhouse Emissions: What influences behavior change? As the effects of climate change become more apparent, more and more people are working at reducing their greenhouse gas emissions. In tandem, psychologists and social scientists are investigating what motivates individuals to decisively change their behavior for the greater good. These actions can range from small lifestyle…
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From Cars to Power Stations: How Used Electric Car Batteries are Given a Second Chance
Used EV Batteries Find New Life at Power Stations In recent years, the growth of the electric vehicle (EV) industry has been remarkable. Consumers and governments around the world are recognizing the benefits of electric transportation, spurring the development of ever-improving battery technology. However, what happens to EV batteries once they are no longer useful…
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The Transition to Electric May Forever Change Auto Recycling
The future of electric vehicles (EVs) is booming in the automotive industry. With government investment and policy changes, it’s clear EV’s are the future of transportation. And with studies proving that EVs have far less carbon emissions while on the road, the benefit for the environment is clear. However, there is an important issue in…
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Convenience stores are in no rush to replace gas pumps with EV chargers
Convenience stores might seem like the ideal place for an electric vehicle charger… drivers could go grab a drink, snack, or take a bathroom break while waiting for their vehicle to charge. But, store owners are reluctant to make this transition. Why? High electric utility fees on charging stations. Charging as little as four vehicles…
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EV’s will need to be powered by clean energy to really make a difference battling climate change
As the automotive industry continues to move toward electric vehicles, there is an increasing demand to power the electric grid with renewable energy. Electric vehicles powered by a clean energy grid will be a huge – and necessary – step forward in the fight to stop global warming.
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Biden Administration releases multi-billion plan to expand EV charging network
Applauded by climate activists as a positive step for the future of electric vehicles and protecting our plant, the Biden Administration released the details of a multi-billion dollar plan focused on amplifying a charging network to support future EV’s. In addition to the plan laying out support for expanding access to charging stations in urban…