Environmental Impact of Electric Vehicles: Analyzing Carbon Footprint Reduction Across the Lifecycle

Abstract

The transportation sector is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions worldwide; switching to electric vehicles (EVs) is often cited as a critical step towards lowering this sector's impact. electric vehicles' effects on the environment by tracking their carbon footprint reduction from manufacturing to operation to disposal. all the way through an electric vehicle's lifecycle—from the extraction of raw materials to its production, usage, and eventual disposal—to offer a holistic perspective on the environmental advantages and disadvantages of these vehicles. Lifecycle assessments must consider the environmental impact of EVs' batteries and the energy sources utilised for charging, even though EVs significantly reduce carbon emissions during operation. The report stresses the net carbon reductions from electric vehicles compared to conventional ICE vehicles, especially in areas with clean electricity grids. In order to make electric vehicles as environmentally friendly as possible, it is crucial to incorporate renewable energy sources into the charging infrastructure and enhance battery recycling procedures. In conclusion, this research highlights the importance of electric vehicles (EVs) as a key component of a larger plan to accomplish worldwide sustainability objectives and reduce the impact of climate change.