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Electric cars themselves do cause pollution.
1. The electric motors can create ozone as the result of electric discharges in the air.
2. Anything that heats air above about 200 degrees can create nitrogen oxides.
3. The electric generating station produces pollution depending on how the electricity is produced. If the power plant uses fossil fuels such as coal, oil or gas, then it produces ash, soot, CO2 and NOx. A hydroelectric plant disrupts natural rivers, while a nuclear plant produces spent fuel rods.
Electric cars don't eliminate pollution; they just move it someplace else. Answer: Did some calculations around one specific electric car (the Zenn) and its operating CO2 footprint.
Based on a 58 km operating range and 7 kw-hr to charge for that distance and the CO2/MW-hr of the Canadian Provinces' electrical supplies as detailed in the CAPP GHG Calculation handbook there were some interesting findings. A Zenn would be responsible for 120 gm CO2/km in Alberta, 125 in NE BC and 109 in Saskatchewan. The other Provinces have more hydro and nuclear so the CO2 ownership is between 4 and 36 gm/km.
A Prius produces 100gm CO2/km if it lives up to its 4 liter/100km rating. The Zenn is almost as good as a Prius even in the Provinces with the dirtiest electricity and way better in the rest.
For other eco-sensitive cars at 5 to 7 liters/100km the Zenn would meet or beat all comers
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What is the difference between electric cars and petrol cars?
Electric cars are better for the environment. Whereas, the fuel vehicle emits harmful gases like carbon due to petrol or diesel. But, electric vehicles produce fewer greenhouse gases and air pollution than petrol. That's why interest in purchasing an electric vehicle is increasing.
Do electric trains cause pollution?
The trains themselves do not cause pollution, but the source of the power such as a coal burning power plant does.
Why does New Zealand have an almost pollution free environment?
it has no factorys
Explain free electron concept and electric current?
the flow of electrons in semi conductor is called electric current. the electrons revolved around the nucleas is called free electrons
Where was Rising Star set free in the movie Electric Horseman?
silver reef
How does the pollution of gasoline cars differ from air pollution of electric cars?
i think it is when it's like done it goes to waste
How could electric cars cause pollution in some areas?
Electric cars must be manufactured, and that process causes pollution. Electric cars also require energy that must come from somewhere, and even solar cells must be manufactured, and therefore cause pollution in the manufacturing process. Humanity must learn to manufacture without causing pollution, or learn how ro deal with pollution.
Why are people making electric cars?
B/c the pollution created by the exhausts from fuel-burning cars is becoming a problem, and electric cars don't have any.
Is electric cars the solution pollution?
Electric cars can certainly cut down on pollution in crowded cities, but as long as the electricity that powers the cars come from power stations running on fossil fuels, the overall improvement isn't that big.
What kind of cars stop pollution?
Electric cars are one of the best options for reducing pollution because they produce zero emissions. Hybrid cars and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles are also alternatives that help lower pollution levels compared to traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. Carpooling, using public transportation, or cycling are other sustainable transportation options to reduce pollution.
Which is better gas cars or electric cars?
Neither, Gas cars create pollution that penetrate the ozone layer and begin to create a hole in it. Electric cars run out of battery after 120 or so miles.
How do electric cars harm the environment?
Electric cars themselves do not harm the environment in any way. The only harm that can be done by an electric car is the misuse in disposing of the battery. Other then that the only pollution that can be caused by electric cars is when your recharging your battery and the only way it can cause pollution is because utility companies that provide electricity do so in non renewable ways
Are elertic powered cars better than Gas powered cars?
yes because electric cars cause lesss pollution and they have silent engines
Do smart cars have free parking?
Not in the UK unless the engine is electric. If the engine is electric then you can only park it in London for free in public car parks with signs saying 'free parking for electric cars'. Hope this has helped.
What kind of car is green?
Electric cars are consider "green" because they don't produce pollution.
Do cars effect the environment?
Yes. Cars let out exhaust, which are gases from the car, that pollute the air! Some cars are electric or hybrid and cause little to no pollution.
Why does an electric car is important?
Electric Cars are important because they will decrease the overall pollution in the world. They will also conserve oil reserves which the drilling of cause earthquakes. Electric cars are also more energy and cost efficient.
