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Electric cars are the cleanest—and getting cleaner faster than expected
A new study by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) estimates that battery electric cars sold today in Europe emit nearly 4 times less greenhouse gases over their lifetime than gasoline cars. Berlin, 9 July — Europe’s electricity mix is getting cleaner, and with it, the climate advantage of electric cars is growing. According […]
Private jets emitted more climate pollution than all flights departing Heathrow Airport in 2023
This first comprehensive emissions inventory shows that one private jet emits as much climate pollution as 177 cars or nine heavy-duty trucks. (San Francisco/Berlin), 27 June 2025 — A groundbreaking new study from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) estimates that private jets produced up to 19.5 million tonnes of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions […]
Chinese Automakers Gain Ground in Global EV Race as Other World Leaders Risk Falling Behind
New ICCT report reveals China’s growing advantage in EV sales as BYD edges past Tesla in global BEV sales for the first time. WASHINGTON (June 17, 2025) – The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) today released its third annual Global Automaker Rating, showing that China-based automakers are building significant leads in the zero-emission vehicle […]
60% of all trips in Delhi are under 4 km, but no buses serve the first mile: New Study
हिंदी में पढ़ें. New Delhi, 19 May, 2025: Six in ten daily trips in Delhi are under 4 km, yet long-haul buses continue to dominate the city’s network. New study by The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) highlights how aligning transit services with short-distance mobility needs can unlock the true potential of public transport. […]
Black carbon emissions from EU shipping in the Arctic likely higher than assumed, ICCT study reveals
Berlin, 28 May 2025 — Previous assessments may have significantly underestimated the climate impact of EU shipping in the Arctic by focusing only on vessels flying EU flags, a new report from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) finds. The study, Black carbon and CO2 emissions from EU-regulated shipping in the Arctic, shows that […]
New study finds electricity credits could cut costs for Polish truck operators by up to 10%
Berlin/Warsaw, 21 May. A new report from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) reveals a major cost-saving opportunity for Poland’s freight industry. Leveraging a provision under the European Union’s Renewable Energy Directive (RED III), truck operators could significantly reduce costs and accelerate the shift to electric vehicles in Europe’s top goods transporter by volume. […]
Nowe badanie wykazało, że mechanizm kredytowania energii elektrycznej mogą obniżyć koszty dla polskich operatorów ciężarówek nawet o 10%
Do publikacji Nowe badanie wykazało, że mechanizm kredytowania energii elektrycznej mogą obniżyć koszty dla polskich operatorów ciężarówek nawet o 10% Berlin/Warszawa, 21 maja 2025 r. – Nowy raport the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) wskazuje znaczący potencjał na obniżenie kosztów operacyjnych w polskim sektorze transportu towarowego. Wykorzystując mechanizm przewidziany w unijnej Dyrektywie w sprawie […]
Policies Targeting Road Transport Emissions Could Save 1.9 Million Lives Globally by 2040, New Study Finds
Groundbreaking global analysis demonstrates dramatic health benefits from combining emission standards, electric vehicles, accelerated fleet renewal, and clean electricity for electric vehicles WASHINGTON, DC (May 19, 2025) — A new global study reveals that smart policies addressing road transport emissions could save 1.9 million lives and prevent 1.4 million new children’s asthma cases worldwide by […]
European Parliament approves weakening of 2025 climate target for carmakers
Berlin, 8 May. Today, the European Parliament voted in favor of an amendment that weakens the 2025 climate target for new cars and vans under the EU’s CO₂ emissions regulation. The decision threatens to delay progress on Europe’s transition to clean transportation. Following Tuesday’s vote to fast-track the proposal, the Parliament approved the European Commission’s proposal […]
The International Council on Clean Transportation’s Board of Directors announces Charlotte Pera as Vice Chair
(Washington, D.C.) May 6, 2025 — The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) is pleased to announce that Charlotte Pera, a current Board member and distinguished climate leader, has been named Vice Chair of the ICCT Board of Directors. Charlotte Pera has worked for more than 30 years in clean energy, climate change, and philanthropy. […]