Introduction to the Volvo ES90 Carbon Footprint Report
Volvo Cars is committed to sustainability and aims to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. As part of this commitment, Volvo Cars is transitioning to a fully electric vehicle lineup. This report presents a detailed life cycle assessment (LCA) of the carbon footprint for the upcoming Volvo ES90, a fully electric vehicle scheduled for production in 2025. The study provides a comprehensive overview of the ES90's environmental impact from raw material extraction through production, use, and end-of-life treatment.
To offer a comparative perspective, this report also analyzes the carbon footprint of the Volvo S90 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) and Mild Hybrid (MHEV) models, which are similar in size but feature different powertrain technologies. The assessment adheres to the ISO 14067 standard for greenhouse gas emissions and utilizes global warming potential (GWP) factors from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). A third-party review ensures the accuracy and reliability of the methodology and findings.
This report aims to enhance transparency regarding Volvo Cars' environmental performance, providing valuable insights for customers, employees, investors, and other stakeholders interested in the sustainability of electric vehicles. The findings support Volvo Cars' strategy to reduce emissions across its value chain and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Key Findings Overview
- The life cycle carbon footprint of the ES90 is approximately 31 tonnes CO₂e when charged using the European electricity mix.
- Compared to the S90 MHEV and S90 PHEV, the ES90 shows a significantly lower carbon footprint, approximately 50% and 30% lower respectively, when charged with the European electricity mix.
- Utilizing wind-generated electricity for charging further reduces the ES90's life cycle carbon footprint to an estimated 26 tonnes CO₂e.
- The production of steel, iron, and aluminum significantly impacts the carbon footprint of all vehicles studied. For the ES90, aluminum production is a major contributor, alongside the cathode and anode active materials in its Li-ion battery modules.
- Volvo Cars is actively implementing sustainability improvements through the use of recycled materials, materials produced with renewable energy, and renewable energy in its manufacturing facilities and supply chain, all of which contribute to a reduced carbon footprint.
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