ACEEE'S GRAPEVINE ONLINE

October 3, 2006

PLUG-IN HYBRIDS PROMISING, BUT BETTER BATTERIES AND CLEANER POWER PLANTS ESSENTIAL

Our new report "Plug-In Hybrids: An Environmental and Economic Outlook" finds that the technology still faces hurdles, but could prove very valuable in reducing oil dependence. The report summarizes plug-ins' likely performance in terms of oil savings, the environment, and cost-effectiveness, using today's hybrids as the baseline for comparison. We recommend a concerted effort to get battery costs down and clean up the power grid while keeping sight of the broader context and goals for vehicle efficiency policy. Read the press release.

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