Reviewed by: Kranti Sambhav
Written by: Tabish Sultan
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EV Spotlight
One of the primary benefits of EVs is their ability to significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions. Unlike conventional petrol or diesel vehicles, EVs produce zero tailpipe emissions. This shift to electric motors reduces carbon dioxide (CO2) and other pollutants.
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The environmental benefits of EVs are further amplified when they are charged using renewable energy sources like solar or wind. As India’s electricity grid increasingly adopts renewable energy, the carbon footprint of EVs continues to decrease.
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EVs are far more energy-efficient than internal combustion engine vehicles. Electric motors have conversion efficiencies exceeding 90%, meaning less energy is wasted. In contrast, conventional engines lose significant energy as heat.
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The Indian government is driving the EV revolution through policies like the FAME II scheme and the National Electric Mobility Mission Plan (NEMMP). These initiatives provide financial incentives to promote EVs and aim to reduce the country’s carbon footprint.
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One of the most immediate advantages of EVs is their impact on air quality, especially in India’s densely populated cities. By producing zero tailpipe emissions, EVs help reduce harmful pollutants like nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter (PM).
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India’s public transport sector is also transitioning to electric vehicles, particularly in cities like Delhi and Bengaluru, where electric buses are being deployed. These electric buses not only reduce emissions but also improve air quality.
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Electric two-wheelers, such as Ola Electric, are leading the charge in India’s EV adoption, which is crucial for slashing India's carbon footprint given the large two-wheeler population.
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While EVs offer numerous environmental benefits, the production of EV batteries can have environmental impacts. However, India is investing in sustainable battery production and recycling technologies to minimize the environmental footprint of EVs.
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Experts predict that, by 2030, the penetration of EVs in India could reduce CO2 emissions by 8.4 million tons, and by 2050, emissions could decrease by up to 49.5 million tons, combating global climate change.
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