We need to hold the EV industry accountable for its manufacturing emissions

One of the major selling points of the electric vehicle is its oil-free, eco-friendly technology, which has been touted as a key solution to The Great Carbon Emissions Dilemma. But as EVs become increasingly mainstream, an important question has emerged among enthusiasts and skeptics alike: Are EVs truly the ‘greener’ option? When it comes to getting around, experts broadly agree that plug-in cars are a more sustainable choice than traditional vehicles. However, as research shows, it gets a bit tricky at the manufacturing stage. A report from the MIT Energy Initiative reveals that during the production of EV batteries and…

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