Electricity source determines benefits of electrifying China's vehicles

Electricity source determines benefits of electrifying China's vehicles

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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/02/210216185852.htm

A team of Northwestern University researchers wondered if widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) could help China avoid these deadly events. The answer? It depends.

In a new study, the researchers concluded air quality and public health benefits of EVs -- as well as their ability to reduce carbon emissions -- in China are dependent on the type of transport electrified and the composition of the electric grid.