Tag: battery electric vehicles

  • Why Electrifying Transport Is No Longer Optional

    Why Electrifying Transport Is No Longer Optional

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    Tom Raftery
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    To achieve climate goals, immediate electrification of all transport modes is essential. Current data shows battery electric vehicles emit 73% less greenhouse gas than traditional petrol cars. Despite misinformation from fossil fuel advocates, EVs offer economic and environmental benefits. A collective shift towards electrification across all transport sectors is imperative for a sustainable future.

  • The Truth About Hydrogen: High Cost, Low Impact, Big Distraction

    The Truth About Hydrogen: High Cost, Low Impact, Big Distraction

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    Tom Raftery
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    The post critiques the exaggerated role of hydrogen in climate action, emphasizing its inefficiency compared to direct electrification. While acknowledging hydrogen’s importance as a feedstock in industrial processes, it argues against using it as a fuel for transport or heating. The author calls for prioritizing electrification to maximize emissions reductions effectively.