HOW CARGO BIKES HELP THE ENVIRONMENT

Values shown in Tables 1 and 2

• CO2 Emissions (g/km): Direct CO2 emissions in grams per kilometer.1
• CH4 Emissions (g/km): Direct methane emissions in grams per kilometer.2
• CH4 Emissions (CO2e, g/km): Methane emissions converted to CO2 equivalents (CH4 * 25).3
• N2O Emissions (CO2e, g/km): Nitrous oxide emissions converted to CO2 equivalents (N2O * 298).4
• N2O Emissions (CO2e, g/km): Nitrous oxide emissions converted to CO2 equivalents (N2O * 298).5
• NOx Emissions (g/km): Direct nitrogen oxides emissions in grams per kilometer.6
• PM10 Emissions (g/km): Direct particulate matter emissions in grams per kilometer.7
• Total GHG Emissions (g/km): Sum of CO2, CH4 (CO2e), and N2O (CO2e) emissions in grams per kilometer.
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Values shown in Tables 3 and 4
In order to provide an adequate analysis of the greenhouse gases emissions over the entire Life Cycle (LCA) of a product, it is necessary to assume relevant values for the average lifespan and annual mileage of a given vehicle.

• Diesel Van:
  o Average lifespan: 300,000 km
  o Annual mileage: 30,000 km
• Electric Van:
  o Average lifespan: 200,000 km
  o Annual mileage: 20,000 km
• Cargo Bike8:
  o Average lifespan: 30,000 km
  o Annual mileage: 5,000 km
  
  Finally, a comprehensive LCA requires an assessment of the emission levels associated with the processes of the production and the utilization of each type of vehicle. The above processes, on average, produce significant amounts of greenhouse gases – especially whilst the electric vehicles are concerned, due to the battery production processes being especially CO2 heavy, emission wise.