Introduction of electric vehicles (EV) can help to reduce CO2-emissions and the dependence on petroleum products. However, sometimes relatively larger air pollutant emissions from certain power plants can offset the benefits of replacing internal combustion engine (ICE) cars with EV. The goal of ...
A new study from the University of Toronto's Department of Civil & Mineral Engineering suggests that large-scale adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) could lead to significant population-level health benefits. The research team usedcomputer simulationsto show that aggressive electrification of the U.S...
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As more electric cars and trucks inhabit the nation's roads, Eckel believes the health benefits will continue to grow. She noted that all cars and light trucks sold by 2035 must be zero-emission vehicles in California. "It was remarkable that we are already seeing health and possibly air qu...
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of physical activity, in terms of overall reduced mortality and potential avoidance, or delay, in outbreaks of lifestyle-induced disease (e.g. cardiovascular disease, stroke, colon cancer, breast cancer and type II diabetes) [9]. The health benefits of physical activity (PA) depends on an ...
While many of these benefits apply to all bikes and types of cycling, we also have a guide to thebenefits of riding an ebike. 27 reasons to take up cycling in 2024 1. Helps you get fit and healthy Cycling is a great way to get fit, whether you ride on gravel trails or cycle to...
To evaluate health impacts on commuters, the health risk of exposure to air pollutants and benefits of active travel are often considered concurrently. Intensity of physical activity is known to influence the inhaled dose of air pollutants (Panis et al., 2010, Zuurbier et al., 2010) and benef...
The American Lung Association recently published a report advocating for a nationwide transition to electric vehicle (EV) transportation. Specifically highlighting public health, air quality, and climate change benefits that will be brought about by the widespread use of electric cars, the organization ...
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