Attention, electric car fans: Glass Car” project started in Ensdorf!

Attention, electric car fans: Glass Car” project started in Ensdorf!

A fresh wind is blowing through Ensdorf: The Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainability, better known as ZEN, is starting an exciting project today called “Glass Car”. The aim of this initiative is to gain authentic insights into the everyday lives of electric car owners and to share these experiences with others. Interested parties can now contact the ZEN homepage to share their experiences with e-mobility. The campaign promotes exchange between electric car drivers and everyone who is thinking about switching to an electric car, and even offers the chance to win prizes for selected participants who can present their vehicle as a “glass car”.

But who can take part? We are looking for electric car owners who have been using their vehicle for at least a year and drive more than 10,000 kilometers per year. It is also important to be willing to share your experiences transparently. Some information is necessary, including model, year of manufacture and battery capacity as well as consumption values ​​and typical route profiles. In addition, comparative values ​​to previous combustion engine vehicles are required in order to obtain a suitable picture of electromobility. Climate protection manager Martin Kopp is available for further information by email or telephone. He looks forward to numerous inquiries!

The reality of electromobility

E-mobility has become more important in recent years, and there is also a lively discussion about its advantages and disadvantages. While electric cars are considered “emission-free,” they do produce CO₂ emissions, particularly when producing electricity. This makes a fair comparison with combustion engines difficult, as an ADAC report shows. A central point of the debate is that the CO₂ disadvantage of electric cars is only offset when they drive between 45,000 and 60,000 kilometers.

The range of electric cars is not constant, but varies greatly depending on the use of electrical consumers, outside temperature and individual driving behavior. In winter there can be a reduction in range of up to 30 percent. Despite these challenges, more and more electric cars are available with real ranges of 300 to 400 kilometers and fast charging capacities of up to 350 kW. And the charging infrastructure in this country is also becoming clearer: around 79,000 normal charging points and 19,000 fast charging points are available for e-mobility.

A sustainable look forward

However, the future of electromobility does not only depend on the vehicles themselves, but also on an effective charging infrastructure and recycling options. Traction batteries require special treatment and must be recycled as hazardous waste according to the Battery Act, which is another important aspect of this discussion. Processes for recycling lithium-ion batteries are in place and can recover up to 95 percent of the materials, bringing the sustainability of e-mobility into sharper focus.

Overall, it shows that e-mobility offers both challenges and opportunities. With its participation campaign, the ZEN in Ensdorf wants to promote an open dialogue about this technology and lower the barriers for those interested. So if you want to be part of this exciting project, you should find out about the modalities in good time and maybe even become a “glass car”! Find out more about the possibilities on the ZEN website today.