Rise of EVs: The urgency of climate action
climate change are evident through increased floods, droughts, heat waves and other extreme weather events across the globe. Scientists warn that if immediate action is not taken, the damage caused may become irreversible by 2030.
One of the major contributors to global warming is greenhouse gas emissions from traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. However, there is still hope if we accelerate the adoption of zero-emission electric vehicles.
The Auto Industry's Electric Shift
Understanding the gravity of the situation, almost every major automaker including GM, Mercedes-Benz, Honda, and Volvo have announced plans to go all-electric over the next decade or so. This shift is driven by environmental concerns and the reality that oil reserves are finite, expected to be depleted within this century. EVs, powered by renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, offer a sustainable alternative.
Governments worldwide are also enacting policies to phase out ICE vehicles and incentivize the transition to EVs through rebates, tax credits, preferential parking, etc. For instance, California plans to allow only zero-emission car sales by 2035. The stage is clearly set for electric vehicles to take over and dominate this decade.
Benefits of Driving Electric
Electric cars produce no tailpipe emissions, and their widespread adoption by 2030 could help limit global warming to under 1.5°C, a target of the Paris Agreement. Additionally, EVs can significantly reduce urban air pollution, which is currently
