Your contribution to fight global warming

The awarding of the Nobel price to Al Gore and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has shown that activities to reduce global warming are recognised not only by NGOs but also the scientific community. Whilst a shift to new energy sources might introduce new problems like increased pressure on soils, one thing is clear: reducing energy demand always results in proportionally reducing CO2-emission . Regarding RECODRIVE actions, we don't speak about saving fuel only since reduced wear and tear as well saves energy required to produce spare parts.

Other options

If you think about CO2 emissions, you might check the carbon content of your fuels. Of course, in the long run renewable energy may be the best solution but you will find also a small reduction potential if you switch from gasoline (not diesel) to natural gas. If you opt for electricity as energy carrier you have all the options such as hydraulic energy or energy from waste. Choosing an alternative fuel vehicle bivalent solutions with one engine only often have the disadvantage of leading to lower efficiency and/or higher costs but offer a flexible solution instead. Dual-Mode Vehicles having both electric and combustion engine propulsion may be an option in case of low power demand (low top speeds).
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What is the best way to avoid CO2 in transport?

  driving style (lower RPM, coasting...)
  lighter cars
  smaller engines
  slower cars (higher gear transmission ratio)
  regeneration of braking energy
  low resistance tires
  special lubricants
  more aerodynamic cars
  biofuels

How much CO2 is saved?

Reducing the fuel consumption translated directly to CO2-savings. You may use this form to calculate the CO2-saving from the vehicle consumption. If you shift to another fuel or biofuel blend, the form gives the correct values too.