Potential impacts of electric vehicles on air quality in Taiwan

Li, Nan; Chen, Jen‐Ping; Tsai, I‐Chun; He, Qingyang; Chi, Szu-Yu; Lin, Yung-Hsiang; Fu, Tzung‐May

doi:10.1016/j.scitotenv.2016.05.105

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“…In Madrid and Barcelona 40% EV conversion could result in more than 10% reduction in NO x , but will have limited impact on PM 10 and PM 2.5 , and no increase in electric generation emissions [32]. In Taiwan, 100% EV penetration along with all additional power coming from thermal power plants can reduce CO, VOCs, NO x , O 3 and PM 2.5 pollution by 85%, 79%, 7% (net), 39% and 7.2% respectively, while increasing SO 2 by 11% [45]. In Belgium, where nuclear energy is a large share of electricity mix, EVs will have a lower life cycle emissions of CO 2 , SO 2 , NO x and PM compared to petrol and diesel vehicles [31].…”

Section: Electric Vehicle Adoption and Air Pollutionmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Review of Electric Vehicle Lifecycle Emissions and Policy Recommendations to Increase EV Penetration in India

2018

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Electric vehicles reduce pollution only if a high percentage of the electricity mix comes from renewable sources and if the battery manufacturing takes place at a site far from the vehicle use region. Industries developed due to increased electric vehicle adoption may also cause additional air pollution. The Indian government has committed to solving New Delhi's air pollution issues through an ambitious policy of switching 100% of the light duty consumer vehicles to electric vehicles by 2030. This policy is based on vehicle grid interaction and relies on shared mobility through the electric vehicle fleet. There are several human behavioral changes necessary to achieve 100% adoption of electric vehicles. This paper reviews different steps in the lifecycle of an electric vehicle (EV), their impact on environmental emissions, and recommends policies suitable for different socio-economic group that are relevant to the Indian market. To reduce air pollution through adoption of electric vehicles, the Indian government needs to adopt policies that increase sale of electric vehicles, increase percentage of renewable energy in the electricity mix, and prevent air pollution caused from battery manufacturing. The recommended policies can be customized for any market globally for reducing air pollution through increased adoption of electric vehicles.

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Section: Electric Vehicle Adoption and Air Pollutionmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Review of Electric Vehicle Lifecycle Emissions and Policy Recommendations to Increase EV Penetration in India

2018

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“…The International Energy Agency predicts that under the policies and measures that governments around the world have already put in place, the global stock of electric vehicles will reach 13 million by 2020 (up from 3.7 million in 2017) and nearly 130 million by 2030 [61]. Electric vehicles produce no tailpipe emissions whilst being driven, but consideration must be paid to how the electricity that powers them is generated, as well as whether they are charged in the daytime or at night [65]. Electric vehicles also still produce particulate matter resulting from tyre and brake wear and road abrasion.…”

Section: Switching To Less Polluting Carsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Air Quality Strategies and Technologies: A Rapid Review of the International Evidence

2019

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Poor air quality is a pressing policy issue that spans public health and environmental portfolios, and governments worldwide are investing in a wide array of measures to address it. This paper is a rapid review of the evidence behind air quality strategies and technologies. It was conducted according to the principles of a systematic review, and includes both academic and “grey” literature sources. It focuses on road transport in urban areas, because air pollution tends to be worse in cities, and the main source is fossil fuel vehicles. It draws on the environmental science and policy literature to provide interdisciplinary insight into the most effective air quality policy measures. The most promising initiatives include active travel infrastructure, roadside barriers, low emission zones, and low speed limits. Technologies which remove pollution from the air largely remain unproven, especially at the scale needed to make a significant impact. The combinations of policies from three cities which rank highly for air quality are reviewed; one important finding is that policies are most effective when they are a part of a mutually reinforcing suite of measures. Policies consistent across the cities studied are good public transport coverage, a good cycle network, and financial incentives for electric vehicle purchase.

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“…In comparison, CO2 released by a diesel-consumed van was 54 times higher compared to an electric vehicle when travelled a mile [15]. A study in Taiwan shows emissions reduction on-road including CO, VOC, and NOX by 85%, 79% and 27% respectively by replacing all light-duty vehicles with electrical vehicles [16]. In addition, the study also claims that overall emissions considering on-road and electricity generation could be reduced by electrical vehicle adaption [16].…”

Section: Environmental and Mobility Impactsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…It is a secondary pollutant produced by chemical reaction of NOX and VOC in the presence of sunlight. It was reported that O3 transformation is also benefited from electrical vehicles [16,20]. For instance, in Taiwan, the average concentration of O3 showed a reduction in both urban areas and rural areas by 3% and 5% respectively [20].…”

Section: Environmental and Mobility Impactsmentioning

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A review on electric two wheelers

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South East Asian cities such as Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta and Bangkok rely heavily on motorcycles. A huge number of urban residents depend on motorcycles for all types of activities such as working, ridehailing and delivery services, going to school or leisure. According to Malaysia Automotive Association (MMA) statistics, there are about 13 million registered motorcycles in Malaysia as of August 2017. The pollutants that a four-stroke-engine 50 cc motorcycle emits per kilometre are usually much higher than a 2-litre passenger car; 2.7 times higher for CO and 6.7 times higher for HC and NOX. Controlling excessive air pollution and emissions levels generated by the use of a motorcycle is one of the keys to improving air quality. Electric two-wheelers have been well adopted in Asia Pacific countries like China and Taiwan. This paper provides extensive review and analysis on development history, environmental and mobility impacts, challenge and limitation of electric two-wheelers from around the world and the potential of its emergence in Malaysia.

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Potential impacts of electric vehicles on air quality in Taiwan

Cited by 77 publications

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A Review of Electric Vehicle Lifecycle Emissions and Policy Recommendations to Increase EV Penetration in India

A Review of Electric Vehicle Lifecycle Emissions and Policy Recommendations to Increase EV Penetration in India

Air Quality Strategies and Technologies: A Rapid Review of the International Evidence

A review on electric two wheelers

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