Samuel Johnson - I Gusti Ngurah Nithyananda Rama - 2201541190

ELECTRIC VEHICLES CONTRIBUTES LESS POLUTION TO THE ENVIRONMENT
I Gusti Ngurah Nithyananda Rama

2201541190
Samuel Johnson
English Department
Faculty of Humanities
Udayana University
2023
ELECTRIC VEHICLES CONTRIBUTES LESS POLUTION
TO THE ENVIRONMENT
According to studies, electric vehicles are better for the environment. They
produce fewer greenhouse gases and air pollutants than gasoline or diesel
vehicles. This includes their production and electricity generation to keep them
running.
The main advantage of electric vehicles is the improvement in air quality they
may bring to urban areas. Pure electric vehicles emit no carbon dioxide when
driving because they have no tailpipe. As a result, air pollution is greatly
decreased.
Just one electric vehicle on the road can reduce CO2 emissions by 1.5 million
grams annually on average.
The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology has created a fantastic

tool to assist you assess the overall environmental effect of electric automobiles
with internal combustion engine (petrol) cars. The major objective is to help users
comprehend how, why, and which situations electro-mobility genuinely lives up
to its green reputation by reducing per-km emissions compared to its fossil fuel-
based competitor.
Electric vehicles require a significant amount of energy to manufacture. Yet
after reporting for the manufacturing of the energy storage devices, electric
vehicles are still a more environmentally friendly option. This is due to a
reduction in emissions created well over course of the vehicle's life span. Electric
vehicles typically emit more harmful emissions during manufacturing than
conventional vehicles. This is due to the manufacture of lithium ion batteries,
which are an integral part of an electric vehicle. The energy required to produce
an electric vehicle accounts for even more than one-third of its entire life
Greenhouse effect. This is improving as technology advances.
Battery reuse and recycling are also a growing industry. Second-hand battery
research is looking into ways to reuse batteries in technological advances such as
energy storage systems. One day, we may all have batteries in residences to store
energy. Such opportunities will help to reduce the long-term environmental
impact of battery manufacturing.
Biofuels are becoming scarce, and their use is negatively affecting the
surroundings. Pollutions from petrol and diesel vehicles have a long-term negative
effect on public health. Electric vehicles emit significantly less pollution than
gasoline or diesel vehicles. Diesel and petrol automobiles can only transfer 17%-
21% of such energy that the fuel contains to the wheels, whilst electric vehicles
can generate approximately 60 percent total electrical power source to power the
wheels. This equates to an 80% waste. Even after accounting for power
generation, petrol and diesel vehicles emit roughly three times the amount of CO2
as the average EV.
Utilization and decommissioning of fossil-based products like oil simply do
not exist for EVs. As a result, many vehicle lubricating oils and liquids that may
be hazardous to the environment in an ICE vehicle are not a big issue in EVs. Gas
and some other fluids used in internal combustion engines do not dissolve into
water. As a result, improperly disposed of diesel engines, which contains harmful
chemicals, can harm both humans and wildlife. Pouring motor oil down the drain
can clog treatment plants for wastewater and septic systems. With only one part
per each million of oil, water might become dangerous to drink,
Even though the production of battery-powered vehicles still emits toxic

greenhouse gases, going electric is still the most sustainable option. Because
electric driving is still a relatively young technology in general, it is likely that it
will get greener over time. Many producers are investigating greener ways of
mass producing EVs, as well as investing in recycling procedures and programs to
reduce the burden. Because it lacks exhaust, your EV will not emit those
dangerous gases into the atmosphere once it is on the road. You shouldn't have to
worry about the batteries cluttering landfills because they have a high durability.
REFERENCE
5 Ways Electric Cars are Better for the Environment:

https://www.jdpower.com/cars/shopping-guides/5-ways-electric-cars-are-better-for-the-
environment
Benefits of Electric Vehicles: https://e-amrit.niti.gov.in/benefits-of-electric-vehicles

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ELECTRIC VEHICLES CONTRIBUTES LESS POLUTION TO THE ENVIRONMENT

I Gusti Ngurah Nithyananda Rama

The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology has created a fantastic

Even though the production of battery-powered vehicles still emits toxic

5 Ways Electric Cars are Better for the Environment:

Benefits of Electric Vehicles: https://e-amrit.niti.gov.in/benefits-of-electric-vehicles

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