Zero Carbon Futures: Blogs
Could street lamps become the next way to charge an electric car?
Lamp posts, with their existing power supplies, could provide a massive opportunity for EV charging – especially in residential areas where access to off-street parking is an issue. However, does the business case really stack up?
Seven arguments against electric cars … and my response.
Last week’s announcement sparked a lot of discussion about the merits of electric cars with a number of cons being put forward. Here’s my look at the 7 most frequent arguments against electric cars and my response to each.
Will production volumes be enough to meet the Govt’s petrol and diesel ban?
Britain’s ban on all new petrol and diesel cars from 2040 is a really positive step but can manufacturers meet the production volumes required to enable this to happen?
Litigation was inevitable – so what steps should local authorities be taking?
The first air pollution litigation case has hit the European news this week. It was only a matter of time before such a public case was brought forward and it’s a real warning for both the UK Government and local authorities.
New residential charge point scheme: our top 6 things to consider
OLEV’s new scheme to fund residential on-street charge points is a welcome step in helping those without access to parking to purchase an electric car but careful consideration is required from local authorities.
Creating the perfect ecosystem for the mass adoption of electric vehicles: will 2017 be the year?
Clean air zones, continued fines, changing public opinion and more local authorities taking action. Just some of the things needed to create the perfect ecosystem for mass adoption of electric vehicles. Will 2017 be the year it all comes together?
Zero Carbon Futures: News
Open Energy Forum: industry debate
Zero Carbon Futures is delighted to be co-hosting the Open Energy Forum this April at Newcastle University. Join leading industry experts as they discuss the state of the climate.
Partners celebrate the successful completion of battery project
Zero Carbon Futures is delighted to celebrate the success of the High Energy Density Battery project. The APC research project has enabled the production of 40kWh battery for the new Nissan LEAF.
UNIT-E project supports UK electric vehicle drivers to travel through mainland Europe
Electric vehicle drivers can now drive from the UK through France and into Belgium or as far as Italy as part of a European Union project to extend the charging network. The project is being managed by Zero Carbon Futures in the UK.
