As governments and automakers face pressure to meet ambitious electric vehicle (EV) targets, some are calling for a weakening of these goals. However, experts warn that easing EV targets would have far-reaching consequences for the environment and public health. In a bid to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change, many countries have set targets for a significant shift to electric vehicles by the mid-century. Weakening these targets would undermine efforts to combat air pollution, which is responsible for millions of premature deaths worldwide each year, and would likely lead to increased emissions from the transportation sector. Read on to learn more about the four key reasons why electric vehicle targets shouldn't be weakened, and how a continued commitment to EV adoption can drive a cleaner, healthier future for all.
Four reasons electric vehicle targets shouldn’t be weakened The Conversation
