I am working every day to advance the use of clean fuels and technologies in the transportation sector. As a senior Climate Center fellow and the Vice President of Transportation Electrification for ICF, I lead a team of experts helping public and private organizations solve challenging clean transportation problems and make big things happen.
, about 70% of direct transport emissions result from the use of vehicles on roads worldwide, including light passenger cars, heavy-duty freight haulers and all classes in between. The companies producing these vehicles are increasingly focused on battery electric and plug-in hybrid electric powertrains, with some pledging to phase out internal combustion engine vehicles altogether.
“Audi is working closely with a number of like-minded organizations that are creating a more electrified and sustainable future,” said Reeder. “One example is Redwood Materials, who we have collaborated with since July 2022 to establish a domestic supply chain for recycling our EV batteries to create a closed-loop supply chain for lithium-ion batteries in the U.S.”
While charging infrastructure is not a core business focus for either company, both recognize the need for continued partnerships and policies to ensure light-, medium- and heavy-duty EV drivers have a positive charging experience. A key consideration is the global workforce needed to install, operate and maintain that infrastructure.
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