The Automotive Industry
With the climate change topic taking center stage globally, automotive and battery producers are under pressure to transform what and how they produce.
What’s Happening
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In 2018, 86-million cars sold accounted for 9% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
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Transport accounts for one-fifth of global carbon emissions, of which 45% come from passenger vehicles.
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By 2070, car ownership may grow 60% which translates to more emissions that need to be addressed.
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Electric vehicles are becoming more accessible – by 2030, over 23 million electric cars are projected to be sold.
What Can Be Done
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Invest research into developing and manufacturing electric vehicles.
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Slowly transition manufacturing lines to electric vehicles.
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Transition manufacturing plants and facilities to renewable power like solar energy.
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Encourage supply chain and business partners to switch to renewable energy as well.