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Nissan Motor Corporation has announced a "sustainability plan" to become a greener and more inclusive firm, promising to recycle batteries, empower employees, and develop safer vehicles. According to the most recent strategy, Nissan intends to lower per-vehicle manufacturing CO2 emissions by 52% by 2030, as well as per-vehicle driving CO2 emissions. Japanese automakers, which have dominated global fuel-engine markets for decades, are changing their strategy for what the industry sees as an unavoidable shift to more environmentally friendly powertrains such as electric vehicles and fuel cells. Source: https://lnkd.in/dgqXCB9t #Japan #JapaneseCompany #JapaneseAutomakers #sustainability #greenenergy #recycle #JustGreenTransition #environment #automotiveindustry #electricvehicles #jbas

MotorPeople&more! ■ The auto industry "needs to transform," says Volvo exec Vanessa Butani: "Volvo pioneered automotive safety. Sustainability is next." By Morgan Korn, abcNews Volvo Cars forever disrupted the industry with its three-point seat belt design more than 60 years ago. Geely`s Volvo is now leading the charge on the next big industry movement: Sustainability. Vanessa Butani, who recently joined the company as its global head of sustainability, has a heady task -- to make Volvo the "most sustainable automaker" in the world. That means going far beyond installing solar panels and incorporating recycled plastics into the brand's vehicles. Under her direction, owners of Volvo cars will learn about all aspects of their vehicle -- where the minerals were sourced in the electric battery and how the wool in the seats meets animal welfare standards. Butani said sustainability is good for business and more consumers are coming to the brand after learning about its ongoing sustainability work. And there is no greenwashing happening at the company. In her role, Butani is reevaluating all aspects of the brand's decisions and manufacturing processes to ensure that the company's messaging is holistic and genuine. Butani recently sat down with ABC News to talk about her vision of making Volvo a role model for sustainability. The interview below has been edited for clarity. Q: This is your first automotive job. Why join Volvo's sustainability group? A: Volvo Cars has a mission to be the pioneer in safety and sustainability. We really want to change things. We're going electric and it's an industry that needs to transform and I want to be part of making that change happen. This was an opportunity I couldn't turn down. Q: When you say sustainability, do you mean in terms of materials or being all-electric? A: I think sustainability from the full perspective. You can't have climate justice without social justice, right? Of course there's the whole electric journey that we're on and the materials are super important, but we also have the people side of the story. So that's part of my agenda as well -- our responsible business side. We basically have three pillars in our sustainability work: climate action, circular economy and biodiversity and responsible business. And it all needs to come together. https://lnkd.in/e682PA-K #Volvo #Geely

So, I was with family at the weekend and the conversation almost spiralled into the true sustainability of electric cars. One of the points raised was about waste and how countries will deal with end-of-life cars in order to keep materials in the supply chain. Well, the question should have been "what will companies do?", because BMW has long attempted to resolve this. Back when I wrote for Sustainability Magazine, I was impressed by the concept of a fully circular car from BMW (in terms of materials) and today the company edges closer to that promise. The question I have: Is this really a new idea or just a historically costly one? Either way, BMW's Recycling and Dismantling Centre (RDC) shows promise for a completed loop. If EVs are going to remain/growth as a feasible means of transport for many, recycling such things will be a staple process in making them 100% sustainable. I've noticed during conversations with family and friends that zero-tailpipe emissions is no longer the main point of contention, but rather how the vehicles are built and will be used in the future (sprinkling in the subject of sustainable energy and the consumption of manufacturing batteries, chassis, and so on. BMW's RDC continues to work on models and solutions to simplify the process for batteries, to become a centre of excellence for automotive circular economy. Read more on this on the BMW Press page: https://lnkd.in/eDMm59KY #BMW #Automotive #EV #CircularEconomy

BMW reckons there is a lot more to a sustainable automotive industry than just EVs. I talked to BMW’s Head of Sustainability and Mobility Strategy, Dr Thomas Becker, about the how the supply chain must be addressed too, for Fortune. #ev #evs #electriccars #electricvehicle #electriccar #electricvehicles #electric #tesla #teslamotors #cars #electricandhybridvehicles #autos #automotive #motoring #elonmusk #bmw #bmwgroup

Great #circulareconomy enabler - Volvo Cars becomes first car company to launch a battery passport providing comprehensive information on its components - where they came from; how its performing; and how the can be recycled/reused. Data is the great enabler of circularity. https://lnkd.in/ehYc-cNX

Driving Sustainability: Nissan Motor Corporation and Ecobat's Electric Vision 🚗🔋 In a trailblasing move, Nissan has joined forces with Ecobat to revolutionise the future of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Imagine the possibilities when expertise from a leading car manufacturer intertwines with the ingenuity of a top battery recycling firm! 🔄 The goal? A seamless circular economy for EV batteries reaching the end of their road life. This collaboration shines a spotlight on sustainability, focusing on recovery, repair, and repurposing for second-life applications. As part of Nissan's ambitious strides towards 2050 carbon neutrality, Ecobat steps up to transform the landscape of battery handling in the UK. 🛠️ Enter the Strategic Pilot Agreement. Delving deep into the UK salvage network to unearth Nissan LEAF batteries, the partnership grapples with the challenges of commercialising this circular journey. From safe transportation to intricate diagnostics, each battery's potential for a second life is meticulously evaluated. ♻️ Think of EV batteries not as expired products but vessels of untapped energy, begging for a new purpose. With Ecobat's expertise, the Darlaston hub becomes a hive of innovation, assessing and reconditioning batteries for emergency power, mobile charging, and more. 💡 But what makes a battery unfit for repurposing? Those failing to meet Nissan's stringent standards for safety and performance face an eco-friendly fate—recycling, ensuring every last bit of potential is extracted. 🇬🇧 And Ecobat doesn't stop there. The UK plays host to its escalating endeavours with a third Li-Ion recycling facility set to open its doors. Trained specialists, fully compliant with UK regulations, spearhead the mission to manage high-voltage batteries safely and sustainably. 🔌 Energy recovery isn't an afterthought. Salvaged batteries contribute their residual charge to power the onsite EV charger network—a testament to Ecobat's comprehensive approach to energy sustainability. As we look to the horizon, this partnership stands as a beacon of ecological responsibility. Nissan and Ecobat might just hold the key to unlocking a greener future for all of us. Join the conversation—how can we all contribute to a more sustainable vehicle lifecycle? #ElectricVehicles #Sustainability #CircularEconomy

Polestar's Plan to Make EVs climate-neutral vehicle by 2030. Fredrika Klarén, the head of sustainability at Polestar, is spearheading a transformative approach in the electric vehicle (EV) industry by rigorously tracking and reducing the carbon footprint of vehicles. Under Klarén’s leadership, Polestar, publicly measures and reports the carbon emissions associated with each stage of their vehicles' lifecycle, a practice not yet widespread in the industry. This includes emissions from production processes, such as using diesel in mining operations and the eventual disposal of the vehicles. Polestar's meticulous approach to carbon accounting allows consumers to recognize the environmental impact of their vehicles directly, potentially influencing purchasing decisions. For instance, Polestar’s model “4” reports significantly lower lifetime carbon emissions compared to similar vehicles. This transparency pushes the broader automotive industry towards greater environmental accountability.This trend towards greater transparency in carbon accounting, prompted by consumer demand and regulatory shifts, highlights the growing importance of environmental impact in consumer choice and industry competition. Klarén’s vision extends to a future where rigorous sustainability practices are standard, aiming for Polestar to produce a completely climate-neutral vehicle by 2030.

🌍🚗 Driving Sustainability: 3 Steps for Automakers 🌱 1️⃣ Close reporting gap: Transparent emissions reporting is crucial for targeted action. Aligning declared and independently estimated emissions is key. 2️⃣ Electrify faster: Transitioning to EVs is urgent. Embrace EVs for profitability and regulatory alignment. 3️⃣ Avoid dumping old cars: Exporting polluting vehicles harms emerging economies. Enhance traceability and support sustainable transport infrastructure. Let's prioritize innovation and accountability for a greener future. #Sustainability #AutomotiveIndustry 🌍🚗💚 https://lnkd.in/emVEyFaY