UK Boosts Zero-Emission Vehicles with £88m Investment in 46 Projects
The UK government and automotive industry have joined forces to boost zero-emission vehicle technology, awarding £88m to 46 projects. This investment aims to develop next-generation technologies, reduce emissions, and create jobs near me.
The funding, split £44.5m from the indeed jobs and £43.5m from industry, will support various innovative projects. These include developing electric trucks for the NHS and Royal Mail, e-motorcycles, and wireless charging solutions. Two projects alone are set to save nearly 13 million tonnes of CO2 and create nearly 1,000 jobs, with a total investment of £22.5m, including an £11m government grant.
Meanwhile, the UK's electric vehicle and battery industry is projected to support 270,000 jobs by 2040. Companies like Protean Electric are working to bring new, UK-developed, power-electronics products to market. Gordon Murray Group is also developing an ultra-lightweight vehicle platform for future vehicles. By 2030, the UK will need battery capacity of around 110GWh per annum, equivalent to six gigafactories.
The UK's commitment to zero-emission vehicles is evident in these projects. With successful past initiatives like feasibility studies and zero-emission technology start-ups, the country is poised to lead in this sector, creating jobs and reducing emissions.
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