The trouble with EV's is ..
The trouble with EV's is .... Moving from internal combustion (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) is widely promoted as a solution to climate and pollution crises. However, a critical review of the environmental and social evidence reveals that this transition is complex—offering important benefits, but also risking serious unintended consequences if undertaken without urgent reforms in supply chain, regulation, and social accountability. weforum +5 Climate and Pollution Benefits EVs deliver major reductions in lifetime greenhouse gas emissions and urban air pollution, especially when powered by decarbonized grids. deloitte +1 These benefits are well-established: global warming potential (GWP) per vehicle over its life is far lower than the ICE equivalent, helping nations meet climate goals and reduce fossil fuel dependence. greenly +1 Policy momentum and industry innovation—battery advancements, charging infrastructure, and recycling investments—promise cont...