Electric vehicles

The 2020 greenhouse gas emissions snapshot shows that more than 30% of the Tweed’s emissions come from on road transport. Carbon pollution from fossil fuel use in cars makes up over half of this amount.

Electric vehicles (EV) offer a low pollution solution compared to traditional cars. Despite the extra resources that go into an electric vehicle’s battery, 85% of an electric vehicle’s environmental impact comes from the fuel it uses.

Even grid-powered electric vehicles have a lower carbon footprint than diesel and petrol vehicles. When electric vehicles are powered by GreenPower or solar, they are the best low-impact motorised passenger vehicle available.

Electric vehicles and public charging infrastructure is becoming more common in Australia. Find out what you need to know about going electric.

Electric vehicles 101

Watch this video from our sustainable living playlist to get you started.

EVs – what to consider

The Australian Government’s Green Vehicle Guide provides useful information when considering purchasing an EV, including benefits, costs and rebates that may be available, as well as information about emissions and how to charge.

EV charging

Find out what you need to know about how and where to charge your vehicle with the A to Z of EV charging.

NSW electric vehicle strategy

The NSW Government’s electric vehicle strategy outlines how the government will support transition to electric vehicles.

Vehicle efficiency standards

The Federal Government is considering a New Vehicle Efficiency Standard, which incentivises companies to provide cars to the market that use less fuel per kilometre, reducing emissions over time.

The Climate Council have compiled this list of 10 things you should know about Fuel Efficiency Standards.