When it comes to getting around, expertsbroadly agreethat plug-in cars are a moresustainablechoice than traditional vehicles.
However, as research shows, it gets a bit tricky at the manufacturing stage.
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Since these minerals are also energy-intensive to mine and produce, they generate even more greenhouse gasses.
Make no mistake the EV still remains a viable means to curb emissions from car transport.
However, its now up to manufacturing companies to address the environmental damage done during the course of production.
What measures can they take to improve their track record?
Other smaller scale practices like extraction from geothermal water can also be helpful.
The amount of carbon produced during the manufacturing process should also be considered.
One way to control the environmental impact is by installing premium efficiency motors and variable speed drives.
This will not only help minimize energy consumption but also optimize efficiency in the production process.
Green technology such as solar panels can help manufacturers optimize power production and shrink their carbon footprint.
Polestar reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 6% per car sold in 2021.
This would undoubtedly deliver further efficiencies for the EV industry.
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