Organizational Behavior and Challenges for "Inconvenient Truth":

Verification and Analysis of the Possibility of Decarbonization by Electric Vehicles

Abstract

The use of EVs is accelerating around the world because CO2 emissions are zero while driving. However, considering the life cycle, the “inconvenient truth” that the decarbonization effect of EV is limited emerges. In addition to analyzing the organizational behavior of companies toward this “inconvenient truth,” the “inconvenient truth” were examined and considered new issues. The CO2 emissions seen from the life cycle of the automobile were estimated from the standpoint of a third party using published data. As a result, it was verified that “the decarbonization effect of EV is limited.” The most important issue is that “EVs need to significantly reduce CO2 during storage battery manufacturing.” For that purpose, it is necessary to improve the manufacturing process, materials, and structure of Lithium-Ion Battery (LIB). In addition, “promoting renewable energy” is an essential condition for decarbonization in all industries and products. In order to achieve decarbonization, it is essential to face the “inconvenient truth” and challenge and overcome it.