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ACEA warns EU’s 2030 and 2035 CO2 targets out of reach, calls for realistic approach to electrification
On November 7, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) announced that the current growth of BEVs shows that the 2030 and 2035 carbon dioxide targets are now unattainable. Automakers still aim for climate neutrality by 2050 and view electrification as key, but real-world progress is slower.
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smart aims for full carbon neutrality by 2045 through supply chain localization
On November 7, smart announced that it is working with industry partners to speed up low-carbon transformation across its supply chain, focusing on localization. In 2024, over 95% of its parts were sourced locally in both China and Europe. The approach cuts transport emissions, reduces costs, and improves delivery ti
EU to present reduced net GHG emissions targets at COP30 in Brazil
On November 5, the European Commission welcomed the agreement reached by Member States on an ambitious new EU Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil.
The new EU NDC, which will now be submitted to the United Nations Framew
European Council announces deal on 2040 climate goal
On November 5, the European Council announced that it has reached an agreement on amending the European climate law (ECL), introducing a binding intermediate climate target for 2040 of a 90% reduction in net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, compared to 1990 levels. This new target is a crucial step towards the EU’s lo
BMW Parsdorf plant, Germany achieves EMAS certification
On October 27, BMW announced that its operations in the Parsdorf plant, Germany, are now registered under EMAS – the European “Eco-Management and Audit Scheme.” This includes the Cell Manufacturing Competence Centre (CMCC), test-parts logistics, and, for the first time, the pilot plant for high-voltage batteries. EMA
BMW showcases fleet decarbonization solutions with EVs and renewable fuels at Fleet Europe Days, Luxembourg
On October 22, BMW Group showcased ways for fleet operators to decarbonize their fleets using both EVs and renewable fuels at the “Fleet Europe Days” event in Luxembourg on October 22-23, 2025. Increasing the share of renewable fuels can help cut carbon emissions from Europe’s 250 million existing vehicles.
BMW has d
ARAI and PHINIA partner to develop hydrogen internal combustion engines in India
On October 17, 2025, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with PHINIA Delphi India Pvt Ltd to collaborate on developing hydrogen internal combustion engines (H2ICE) with direct injection technology.
The agreement also includes research into future Gaseous (H2+
Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vans enter DHL Express electric fleet in U.S.
On October 16, DHL Express announced the rollout of 45 new all-electric, zero-emission Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vans into its U.S. pickup and delivery fleet. This signifies the first U.S. expansion of the global partnership, with more than 10,000 eSprinters now integrated into DHL's fleet.
All vehicles are expected to
Stegra raising funds to build green-steel plant in Boden, Sweden
On October 13, Stegra announced that it is now in a new financing round for the construction of the world’s first large-scale green-steel plant in Boden, Sweden. The proceeds from the round are expected to represent approximately 15% of Stegra’s total project funding. It is also in advanced discussions regarding outs
Toyota Kentucky adds solar panel field as it prepares to produce EVs
On October 10, Toyota announced it has advanced its environmental sustainability efforts with the launch of a new solar panel installation at its flagship manufacturing facility in Georgetown, Kentucky.
The nearly 30-acre solar field is expected to generate approximately 15 million kWh of clean electricity per year,
VW Września plant, Poland completes third phase of solar project, expands capacity to 18.3 MW
On October 14, VW Poznań announced that it has completed the third phase of its solar project at the Września plant, Poland. The plant runs entirely on green electricity and has been intensively developing its own green energy sources for three years.
The solar farm project began in 2022. The first phase added 2 MW o
BMW partners with Lother GmbH and eFuel One for low-carbon eFuels for gasoline vehicles in Germany
On October 13, BMW Group, Lother GmbH, and German eFuel One GmbH signed a Letter of Intent at BMW’s Berlin plant to promote the use of low-carbon dioxide fuels. BMW plans to use eFuels as the first fill for new gasoline vehicles at selected German plants. These fuels can be used in all BMW models with gasoline engine
Gestamp and Hydnum Steel, Spain, partner for green steel for automotive components
On October 8, Gestamp and primary metals producer Hydnum Steel signed an agreement to use clean steel produced with renewable energy and green hydrogen for the manufacturing of automotive components. Gestamp, through its metal recycling subsidiary, Gescrap, will supply high-quality steel scrap from stamping processes
Benteler launches new photovoltaic system at Burgos site in Spain
Benteler Group (Benteler) has put a new photovoltaic system into operation at its Burgos site in Spain, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable industrial production and supporting its goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
The system will supply up to 5,738 megawatt hours (MWh) of renewable energy annually ov
Mercedes Benz joins Renewable Carbon Initiative to expand sustainability drive
On October 7, Mercedes Benz announced that it has become the first carmaker to join the “Renewable Carbon Initiative” (RCI), aiming to replace fossil-carbon sources with renewable alternatives from biomass, carbon dioxide utilization, and recycling. The initiative, led by the nova-Institute, Germany, brings together
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