Ruth Dixon (@ruthdix) 's Twitter Profile
Ruth Dixon

@ruthdix

Supporting industry in the transition to net zero powertrain

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Incremental change will not lead us to the right solution. We must consider the energy system rather than transport in isolation #RIPICE

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R.I.P. I.C.E? Not quite yet according to the experts at our debate. Have a read of some of the highlights: apcuk.co.uk/2016/11/r-i-p-…

R.I.P. I.C.E? Not quite yet according to the experts at our debate. Have a read of some of the highlights: apcuk.co.uk/2016/11/r-i-p-…
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Grid sized to support peak load of about 1.5kW per home. EVs will use many times more. Challenges of EV introduction discussed at the RI now

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Grid can support about 40% of vehicles switching to electric, and that infrastructure may take decades to update. Debate at the RI today.

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We recycle 95% of the conventional car, by weight. How do we get EV tech to a similar level? Circular economy discussed at RI debate today.

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Scrap value of IC engine car is about £30-£50. Scrap value of EV is £-700 due to cost of material recovery. Lifecycle must be considered.