World EV Day is celebrated every year on 9th September to promote the global shift towards sustainable transport and to create awareness about the benefits of electric vehicles (EVs). 🚗⚡🌍

 

Here are some key points about World EV Day:

 

Started in 2020: It was first launched by sustainability media company Green.TV in collaboration with ABB, a global leader in electrification.

 

Objective: To encourage adoption of electric vehicles and highlight the role of EVs in reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change.

 

Celebrations: The day is marked by campaigns, awareness drives, exhibitions, policy discussions, and initiatives from governments, companies, and individuals.

 

Themes: Each year focuses on a theme such as sustainable mobility, EV innovation, or net zero future.

 

Benefits of EVs:

 

Zero tailpipe emissions (reducing air pollution).

 

Lower running and maintenance costs compared to petrol/diesel vehicles.

 

Support renewable energy integration.

 

Help in reducing dependence on fossil fuels.

 

 

 

🌱 Why it matters: With transportation being one of the biggest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, EVs are seen as a major solution for building a cleaner, greener future.