Knowledge Hub
Greenhouse gas emissions from global shipping, 2013–2015
2017
Author(s): Olmer N, Comer B, Roy B, Mao X, Rutherford D
Describes trends in global ship activity and emissions for the years 2013 to 2015 and finds that emissions generally increased over this period, with efficiency improvements more than offset by increases in activity.
A Comprehensive Study of Key Electric Vehicle (EV) Components, Technologies, Challenges, Impacts, and Future Direction of Development
2017
Author(s): Un-Noor F, Padmanaban S, Mihet-Popa L, Mollah MN, Hossain E
This paper is focused on reviewing all the useful data available on EV configurations, battery energy sources, electrical machines, charging techniques, optimization techniques, impacts, trends, and possible directions of future developments. Its objective is to provide an overall picture of the current EV technology and ways of future development to assist in future researches in this sector.
Accelerating mini-grid deployment in Sub-Saharan Africa: lessons from Tanzania
2017
Author(s): Odarno L, Sawe E, Swai M, Katyega MJJ, Lee A
This report is the first major survey of Tanzania’s mini-grid sector. In it, we shed light on lessons from Tanzania that can help accelerate mini-grid deployment across countries in sub-Saharan Africa. This comprehensive study will be valuable to the large and growing community that is banking on mini-grids to transform energy access in Africa.
Electric Vehicle Conductive AC Charging System
2017
Publisher/Organisation: Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI)
This standard prescribes the specifications for performance and safety for AC charging stations for EV and HEV application for Indian conditions.
Global baseline assessment of compliance and enforcement programs for vehicle emissions and energy efficiency
2017
Author(s): Yang Z, Muncrief R, Bandivadekar A
Survey-based summary of regulatory agencies’ programs to monitor and enforce compliance with vehicle emission and fuel consumption standards.
Beyond Electric Cars: As China Leads in Electric Buses, India Could Follow Suit in Electric Motorcycles
2017
Author(s): Shastry S, Lu L
China has seen a remarkable increase in electric buses.Transitioning to electric buses will help China's commitment to reduce its climate intensity by 60-65 percent from 2005 levels by 2030, and help address growing concerns about rising air pollution.
First meeting of Committee to develop Approach Paper for Electric Vehicle and Charging Station standards
2017
Publisher/Organisation: Central Electricity Authority (CEA)
The first meeting of the committee to develop electric vehicle and station standards was held on 4th December 2017 at New Delhi under the chairmanship of Member (Planning), CEA.
Batteries in a Portable World: A Handbook on Rechargeable Batteries for Non-Engineers, Fourth Edition
2017
Author(s): Buchmann I
Batteries receive much media attention but they lag behind other technologies. These limitations become apparent when advancing the battery from portable uses to wheeled mobility that demands strenuous conformities and long service under harsh conditions.
“Make People Happy, Not Cars”: An interview with Jan Gehl about the urban transformation already underway in many places.
2017
Author(s): Agora Verkehrswende
In an interview with Agora Verkehrswende, Gehl observes that the transformation of the transport sector is already underway in many cities, but municipal planners often lack a strategy for supporting it. He believes that liveable cities not only are good for people but also for promoting economic development.
India’s leapfrog opportunity to create a shared, electric, and connected mobility future promises to provide Indians with clean, affordable, efficient, and reliable transportation options to support and enhance their daily lives.



