2023-06-14 19:55:01
Electric vehicles also pollute. For this reason, according to the study “The impact of the electric car on the transformation of mobility in Europe”, presented by Sernauto, LEK Consulting and Fundación Repsol, Europe would only reduce its CO2 emissions by 42.8% if in 2035 it manages to reach a electric park of 41%. However, in an ‘ideal’ scenario, in which 100% of the vehicles were electric, emissions would only be reduced by 68.9%. [Pincha AQUÍ para acceder al informe completo]
As Cristóbal Colón, a partner at LEK, stated, “with this study we wanted to analyze, from a micro point of view and with data, the myths and realities of the electric vehicle in Europe and, particularly, in Spain. Thus, we will be able to observe the challenges that remain to be solved and the levers that need to be activated to reach the desired electric vehicle fleet in 2035”.
If the park used biofuels, the emission reduction would be 99.4%. “It is the combination of different technologies that would have the greatest impact on reducing emissions,” he pointed out. Regarding the market, the mix of technologies will continue to be necessary to be able to respond to the mobility needs of citizens. The future of mobility will be led by electric vehicles, but also by those that use hydrogen or biofuels and synthetic fuels, “so that mobility continues to be accessible to all citizens.”
“A scenario with a fleet of 5 million electric vehicles and 20 million combustion vehicles, but aging, will not generate a significant reduction in emissions,” said Christopher Columbus, for whom “there should be no prohibitions but incentive policies.”
Regarding technology, the study states that the transition to battery electric vehicles requires a more accessible and sufficient charging infrastructure to meet the growing demand, which implies a need for large investment by public and private entities to guarantee the capacity of the electricity network and high-power charging points. This, according to Colón, is essential to guarantee compliance with the European objectives for the year 2035.
Analyzing the different technologies, the study concludes that the BEV battery electric vehicle is not suitable for long distances or heavy payloads, but it is suitable for urban passenger travel as they represent the most efficient solution in this area.
The hydrogen fuel cell FCEVs are not the most suitable for very long distances either, but they are capable of supporting heavy payloads, which is why they are presented as the most efficient for public transport.
As for biofuels and synthetic fuels, he estimates that they will be used for long trips since they are the only green fuels capable of guaranteeing long-distance coverage. Despite potentially covering all transportation options, biofuels do not represent as efficient solutions as FCEVs and BEVs in short distances and urban areas.
Christopher Columbus, LEK partner during the presentation of the report
During the presentation of this study, the Director of Institutional Relations and Innovation, María Luisa Soria, explained that “in order to maintain its competitive position in the value chain of new electrified, automated and connected vehicles, it is necessary to propose a transition that takes into account account the full range of technologies that can contribute to the achievement of the European goal of climate neutrality by 2050, such as hydrogen, ecofuels (sustainable renewable fuels) and electrification“. From her point of view it is essential that the legislation »is based on a balanced and technologically open approach that promotes affordable and sustainable mobility solutions and supports the competitiveness of the automotive supply chain«.
For Enrique Alcalá, deputy director of Training and director of the Division of Alternative Propulsion Systems and Environmental Impact (DISPIMA) of INSIA In order for electric vehicles to have a better and faster future, it is essential that we do not spoil them without providing solutions that bring them closer to the tastes and needs of the entire population: particular recharging needs, unequivocal protocols and objective assessments of the cycle. of life and institutional support to explore alternatives.
According to Juan López, Electric Mobility Business Development technician at Repsol «In the field of Electric Mobility, our commitment is materialized, among other things, in the leadership that we currently have in Spain in fast and ultra-fast charging facilities at service stations».
María Blecua, researcher and head of the Foundation Laboratory Circe understands that the electric vehicle is competitive and is being demonstrated in other countries, and it is also a crucial tool to comply with Europe’s climate plans, which is why Spain must support and promote its use.
Blecua explained that “a realistic plan needs to be made in accordance with the needs and capacities of the country, since if car manufacturers are to stop producing electric vehicles in Spain, they will not be manufactured either, and many jobs will be lost.” He believes that it is necessary to promote the installation of gigafactories, start recycling batteries, adapt more charging points at street level, and dedicate direct aid to electric vehicles, as well as make buyers aware of the change and promote policies in this regard.
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