Proof Point
Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions estimated to increase dramatically for lower mpg vehicles, with 15 mpg vehicles producing average 12 tons of CO2 equivalent annually
Estimated Annual Greenhouse Gas Emissions by Gasoline Engine in Miles Per Gallon (mpg)
2017F (Tons of CO2 Equivalent (tcoe))
| Note: | Based on 15,000 miles of annual driving. Includes tailpipe (vehicle's carbon dioxide excretion) and upstream (from oil and gas extraction) emissions |
Proof Point Findings
- Greenhouse Gas Emission – GHG released by gasoline vehicles which absorbs infrared radiation and traps heat in atmosphere, contributing to global warming
- Lower mpg, Higher Emissions – U.S. Department of Energy study disclosed new vehicle models with lower miles-per-gallon (mpg) produce more emissions, with 15 to 30 mpg gasoline vehicles estimated to release between six to 12 tcoe of GHGs annually
- Emission Reductions – Advised consumers switching to vehicles using alternative fuels or those with better fuel economy can help reduce carbon footprint significantly
- Key Drivers – Include proliferation of hybrid and electric cars, increasing demand for more fuel-efficient vehicles, strengthening environmental regulations, and rapidly advancing energy research and development
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Date Last Updated |
July 12, 2017
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