A student researching transportation has taken notes:
• Electric vehicles produce zero direct emissions • EV adoption is accelerating globally • Charging infrastructure is still developing • Battery production has environmental impact • Grid electricity source affects overall EV emissions
The student wants to present a nuanced view of EV environmental impact.
Electric vehicle adoption is accelerating rapidly around the world.
While EVs produce zero direct emissions, their environmental impact depends on battery production methods and whether charging electricity comes from clean sources.
Charging infrastructure for electric vehicles is still developing.
Electric vehicles produce zero direct emissions while driving.
Correct Answer: B
Choice B. Zero emissions qualified by battery and grid factors gives nuanced view.