285. Are Electric Cars Environmentally Friend...

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This week, Sim & Sonya discuss the environmental impact of electric vehicles (EVs). They mention that while EVs have some benefits, like lower greenhouse gas emissions over their lifetime, there are concerns about battery production and the energy sources used for charging ...

In today’s episode, you will learn a series of vocabulary words that are connected to a specific topic. This lesson will help you improve your ability to speak English fluently about a specific topic. It will also help you feel more confident in your English abilities.

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Gasoline-powered passenger cars account for about 17% of global carbon dioxide emissions. Earlier this month, President Biden signed an executive order setting a goal that by 2030, half of all cars sold in the U.S. would be hybrid or electric. And major automakers have joined ...

Electric vehicles have long been considered the most credible way to combat air pollution. It's common knowledge that our planet is heating, and the effects will impact our lives in one way or another. Join me for a podcast that is proving popular with English exam boards. ...