Analysis and Evaluation of Environmental, Energetic and Economic Performance of Electric Vehicles in China

Abstract

This thesis evaluates the environmental, energy, and economic performance ofelectric vehicles in China using Life Cycle Assessment and the GREET model. Itcompares gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and battery electric vehicles acrossproduction, use, and disposal phases. Results show that electric vehicles cansignificantly reduce life cycle carbon emissions and energy use, especially with cleanerelectricity. The findings highlight the importance of improving the power mix andsupporting EV adoption to achieve sustainable transportation