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Polestar, a leader in electric vehicle innovation, has announced significant strides in sustainability with its latest model, the Polestar 3. This electric performance SUV not only embraces the brand’s commitment to minimalistic design and advanced technology but also marks a notable advancement in reducing environmental impact. With a comprehensive approach to sustainability, the Polestar 3 achieves a cradle-to-gate carbon footprint of 24.7 tCO2e, surpassing the smaller Polestar 2’s initial footprint and setting a new benchmark for large electric SUVs.
Key Highlights:
- Reduced Carbon Footprint: The Polestar 3 has a lower cradle-to-gate carbon footprint (24.7 tCO2e) compared to the Polestar 2 (26.1 tCO2e).
- Sustainable Material Use: Emphasis on reducing emissions from aluminium, steel, and battery production, which constitute 68% of its total carbon footprint.
- Renewable Energy Initiatives: Significant portions of aluminium and battery module production utilize 100% renewable electricity, cutting 8.5 tCO2e of emissions.
- Global Manufacturing with Renewable Electricity: Production in China and upcoming in South Carolina, USA, both powered entirely by renewable energy sources.
- Lifecycle Assessment (LCA) Transparency: The LCA report, adhering to ISO 14067:2018, includes a detailed review of the vehicle’s environmental impact, validated by third-party consultancy Ricardo plc.
Polestar’s sustainable mobility efforts are rooted in a blend of existing and emerging solutions, including the procurement of aluminium produced with renewable electricity and advocating for steel and other materials made using sustainable methods. The Polestar 3’s design and manufacturing process reflect a deep commitment to reducing the environmental impact of electric vehicles without compromising on performance or aesthetics.
Fredrika Klarén, Head of Sustainability at Polestar, underscores the importance of addressing material extraction and processing emissions: “The majority of a vehicle’s greenhouse gas emissions stem from extracting and processing materials. As we accelerate the adoption of electric cars, there is a lot we can do to reduce their production-related emissions and strengthen the role of innovations and of electric cars as a climate solution, Polestar 3 is a testament to that.”
The comprehensive LCA report provides insights into the environmental impact of the Polestar 3, considering different electricity mixes over a projected 200,000 km lifetime. This approach, coupled with updates to assess the electricity use phase with more realistic scenarios, highlights the potential for electric vehicles to significantly lower emissions throughout their lifecycle.
By setting a new standard for electric SUVs, the Polestar 3 exemplifies how innovative design, advanced technology, and a commitment to sustainability can align to create vehicles that are both desirable and environmentally responsible. Further details on the Polestar 3’s sustainability efforts and the full LCA report can be found on the Polestar website.
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