Susana Irles
@sirles.bsky.social
🌍 Communicating about #Climate, #Science, #SciComm, #CleanTransport across Europe.
📍 Based in Berlin, working with @iccteu.bsky.social
📍 Based in Berlin, working with @iccteu.bsky.social
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This month marks 10 years since the #Dieselgate emissions scandal first broke. 🚗 💨
So, how did it all start?
In the 1990s, diesel cars grew popular in Europe. By 2011, they were over half of new registrations. But concerns about NOx emissions, linked to health issues, grew.
So, how did it all start?
In the 1990s, diesel cars grew popular in Europe. By 2011, they were over half of new registrations. But concerns about NOx emissions, linked to health issues, grew.
September 30, 2025 at 7:01 AM
This month marks 10 years since the #Dieselgate emissions scandal first broke. 🚗 💨
So, how did it all start?
In the 1990s, diesel cars grew popular in Europe. By 2011, they were over half of new registrations. But concerns about NOx emissions, linked to health issues, grew.
So, how did it all start?
In the 1990s, diesel cars grew popular in Europe. By 2011, they were over half of new registrations. But concerns about NOx emissions, linked to health issues, grew.
Reposted by Susana Irles
🚛⚡Charging electric trucks in Europe is the next big milestone for clean freight. ICCT finds overnight depot charging will power most trucks, so public megawatt chargers will be critical but far fewer than expected. Explore: theicct.org/publication/charging-needs-battery-electric-trucks-europe-oct25
October 9, 2025 at 7:00 AM
🚛⚡Charging electric trucks in Europe is the next big milestone for clean freight. ICCT finds overnight depot charging will power most trucks, so public megawatt chargers will be critical but far fewer than expected. Explore: theicct.org/publication/charging-needs-battery-electric-trucks-europe-oct25
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10 years ago today, the #Dieselgate emissions scandal broke—uncovered by ICCT research. 🚗💨
Real-world testing revealed diesel cars emitted up to 35× the legal limits of nitrogen oxides (NOx), exposing widespread use of defeat devices. It became a pivotal moment for the global auto industry.
Real-world testing revealed diesel cars emitted up to 35× the legal limits of nitrogen oxides (NOx), exposing widespread use of defeat devices. It became a pivotal moment for the global auto industry.
September 18, 2025 at 7:00 AM
10 years ago today, the #Dieselgate emissions scandal broke—uncovered by ICCT research. 🚗💨
Real-world testing revealed diesel cars emitted up to 35× the legal limits of nitrogen oxides (NOx), exposing widespread use of defeat devices. It became a pivotal moment for the global auto industry.
Real-world testing revealed diesel cars emitted up to 35× the legal limits of nitrogen oxides (NOx), exposing widespread use of defeat devices. It became a pivotal moment for the global auto industry.
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Dieselgate underscored the importance of real-world emissions data and evidence-based policy.
📖 To mark this date, ICCT is telling the story of how the scandal unfolded in a graphic novel.
Read the story: theicct.org/dieselgate-emissions-scandal
📖 To mark this date, ICCT is telling the story of how the scandal unfolded in a graphic novel.
Read the story: theicct.org/dieselgate-emissions-scandal
September 18, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Dieselgate underscored the importance of real-world emissions data and evidence-based policy.
📖 To mark this date, ICCT is telling the story of how the scandal unfolded in a graphic novel.
Read the story: theicct.org/dieselgate-emissions-scandal
📖 To mark this date, ICCT is telling the story of how the scandal unfolded in a graphic novel.
Read the story: theicct.org/dieselgate-emissions-scandal
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🚨 New ICCT report: Europe’s electric car transition is on track and accelerating.
Ahead of the @ec.europa.eu’s the CO2 standards review and with the support of our partners, we are releasing the EV Transition Check ✅
🔗 theicct.org/publication/ev-transition-check-sep25
Ahead of the @ec.europa.eu’s the CO2 standards review and with the support of our partners, we are releasing the EV Transition Check ✅
🔗 theicct.org/publication/ev-transition-check-sep25
September 11, 2025 at 7:00 AM
🚨 New ICCT report: Europe’s electric car transition is on track and accelerating.
Ahead of the @ec.europa.eu’s the CO2 standards review and with the support of our partners, we are releasing the EV Transition Check ✅
🔗 theicct.org/publication/ev-transition-check-sep25
Ahead of the @ec.europa.eu’s the CO2 standards review and with the support of our partners, we are releasing the EV Transition Check ✅
🔗 theicct.org/publication/ev-transition-check-sep25
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🚗⚡ Electric cars are cleaner than gasoline, but how clean are they in Europe in 2025?
Cleaner than previously thought.✅
The fast deployment of renewable energy is expanding the climate benefits of battery electric cars.
Cleaner than previously thought.✅
The fast deployment of renewable energy is expanding the climate benefits of battery electric cars.
August 13, 2025 at 7:21 AM
🚗⚡ Electric cars are cleaner than gasoline, but how clean are they in Europe in 2025?
Cleaner than previously thought.✅
The fast deployment of renewable energy is expanding the climate benefits of battery electric cars.
Cleaner than previously thought.✅
The fast deployment of renewable energy is expanding the climate benefits of battery electric cars.
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Out now: European Market Monitor, July edition 📣
Last month, #BEVs made up 17% of new car registrations. Northern Europe continued to lead in EV adoption, while Spain (+88%), Poland (+81%), and Czechia (+60%) saw the strongest growth compared with year-to-date 2024. ⬇️
theicct.org/publication/...
Last month, #BEVs made up 17% of new car registrations. Northern Europe continued to lead in EV adoption, while Spain (+88%), Poland (+81%), and Czechia (+60%) saw the strongest growth compared with year-to-date 2024. ⬇️
theicct.org/publication/...
European Market Monitor: Cars and Vans (July 2025) - International Council on Clean Transportation
European market monitor for cars and vans offers data on new registrations and estimates of manufacturers’ compliance with CO2 emission targets in July 2025.
theicct.org
August 27, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Out now: European Market Monitor, July edition 📣
Last month, #BEVs made up 17% of new car registrations. Northern Europe continued to lead in EV adoption, while Spain (+88%), Poland (+81%), and Czechia (+60%) saw the strongest growth compared with year-to-date 2024. ⬇️
theicct.org/publication/...
Last month, #BEVs made up 17% of new car registrations. Northern Europe continued to lead in EV adoption, while Spain (+88%), Poland (+81%), and Czechia (+60%) saw the strongest growth compared with year-to-date 2024. ⬇️
theicct.org/publication/...
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All green lights! 🚦🟢 - #ElectricVehicles uptake across Europe ⚡️🚘
🇩🇪 Germany and 🇫🇷 France approaching 20% BEV share
🇪🇸 Spain for the first time going above 10% BEV share,
with a +154%(!) growth rate
🇮🇹Italy now at 5% BEV share
🇬🇧 Not part of EU, UK approaching 30% BEV share
theicct.org/publication/...
🇩🇪 Germany and 🇫🇷 France approaching 20% BEV share
🇪🇸 Spain for the first time going above 10% BEV share,
with a +154%(!) growth rate
🇮🇹Italy now at 5% BEV share
🇬🇧 Not part of EU, UK approaching 30% BEV share
theicct.org/publication/...
September 4, 2025 at 9:06 AM
All green lights! 🚦🟢 - #ElectricVehicles uptake across Europe ⚡️🚘
🇩🇪 Germany and 🇫🇷 France approaching 20% BEV share
🇪🇸 Spain for the first time going above 10% BEV share,
with a +154%(!) growth rate
🇮🇹Italy now at 5% BEV share
🇬🇧 Not part of EU, UK approaching 30% BEV share
theicct.org/publication/...
🇩🇪 Germany and 🇫🇷 France approaching 20% BEV share
🇪🇸 Spain for the first time going above 10% BEV share,
with a +154%(!) growth rate
🇮🇹Italy now at 5% BEV share
🇬🇧 Not part of EU, UK approaching 30% BEV share
theicct.org/publication/...
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Good news for Europe’s main truck manufacturers: the first-ever CO₂ target is within reach.
This year, EU CO₂ standards require a 15% emissions reduction from new heavy-duty vehicles compared to 2019 levels. Our new study assesses manufacturers' progress and additional efforts needed 🚚 ⬇️
This year, EU CO₂ standards require a 15% emissions reduction from new heavy-duty vehicles compared to 2019 levels. Our new study assesses manufacturers' progress and additional efforts needed 🚚 ⬇️
Within reach – The 2025 CO2 targets for new heavy-duty vehicles in Europe
Analyzes European heavy-duty vehicle manufacturers’ progress towards the 2025 15% CO2 reduction target and the efforts required to meet it.
theicct.org
September 10, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Good news for Europe’s main truck manufacturers: the first-ever CO₂ target is within reach.
This year, EU CO₂ standards require a 15% emissions reduction from new heavy-duty vehicles compared to 2019 levels. Our new study assesses manufacturers' progress and additional efforts needed 🚚 ⬇️
This year, EU CO₂ standards require a 15% emissions reduction from new heavy-duty vehicles compared to 2019 levels. Our new study assesses manufacturers' progress and additional efforts needed 🚚 ⬇️
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Yes, battery electric cars have higher manufacturing emissions.
BUT these are offset within just 2–3 years of driving (~17,000 km).
Reliable #LCA is key to inform consumers and decision-makers.✅
Read more👉 theicct.org/publication/electric-cars-life-cycle-analysis-emissions-europe-jul25
BUT these are offset within just 2–3 years of driving (~17,000 km).
Reliable #LCA is key to inform consumers and decision-makers.✅
Read more👉 theicct.org/publication/electric-cars-life-cycle-analysis-emissions-europe-jul25
Life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions from passenger cars in the European Union: A 2025 update and key factors to consider - International Council on Clean Transportation
The study presents a life-cycle analysis of passenger cars in all major powertrains in Europe.
theicct.org
July 9, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Yes, battery electric cars have higher manufacturing emissions.
BUT these are offset within just 2–3 years of driving (~17,000 km).
Reliable #LCA is key to inform consumers and decision-makers.✅
Read more👉 theicct.org/publication/electric-cars-life-cycle-analysis-emissions-europe-jul25
BUT these are offset within just 2–3 years of driving (~17,000 km).
Reliable #LCA is key to inform consumers and decision-makers.✅
Read more👉 theicct.org/publication/electric-cars-life-cycle-analysis-emissions-europe-jul25
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🚨New ICCT #LCA for Europe: Battery electric cars are not only the cleanest choice — they’re getting cleaner faster than previously estimated.⚡
Battery electric cars sold in 2025 produce 73% less life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions than their gasoline counterparts, even when factoring in production.
Battery electric cars sold in 2025 produce 73% less life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions than their gasoline counterparts, even when factoring in production.
July 9, 2025 at 7:22 AM
🚨New ICCT #LCA for Europe: Battery electric cars are not only the cleanest choice — they’re getting cleaner faster than previously estimated.⚡
Battery electric cars sold in 2025 produce 73% less life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions than their gasoline counterparts, even when factoring in production.
Battery electric cars sold in 2025 produce 73% less life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions than their gasoline counterparts, even when factoring in production.
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⚡ New heavy-duty #MarketMonitor for Q1 2025 out!
🚚 Overall HDV market down 20% from Q1 24, but zero-emission sales up 45%.
🔋 Light & medium ZETS hit 18% market share—an all-time high.
🇳🇱 In the #Netherlands, over 80% of new light & medium trucks sold were electric.
🔍 Full data:
🚚 Overall HDV market down 20% from Q1 24, but zero-emission sales up 45%.
🔋 Light & medium ZETS hit 18% market share—an all-time high.
🇳🇱 In the #Netherlands, over 80% of new light & medium trucks sold were electric.
🔍 Full data:
European Heavy Duty Vehicle Market Development Quarterly (January – March 2025)
theicct.org
June 6, 2025 at 7:21 AM
⚡ New heavy-duty #MarketMonitor for Q1 2025 out!
🚚 Overall HDV market down 20% from Q1 24, but zero-emission sales up 45%.
🔋 Light & medium ZETS hit 18% market share—an all-time high.
🇳🇱 In the #Netherlands, over 80% of new light & medium trucks sold were electric.
🔍 Full data:
🚚 Overall HDV market down 20% from Q1 24, but zero-emission sales up 45%.
🔋 Light & medium ZETS hit 18% market share—an all-time high.
🇳🇱 In the #Netherlands, over 80% of new light & medium trucks sold were electric.
🔍 Full data:
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🇪🇸🚗 From January to April 2025, new passenger car registrations in #Spain grew by 13%.
This was partly driven by momentum of the #ElectricVehicle market: Sales of new #BEVs and #PHEVs increased by 55% year-over-year. In April, they accounted for a combined market share of 16%—the highest to date. 🔋📈
This was partly driven by momentum of the #ElectricVehicle market: Sales of new #BEVs and #PHEVs increased by 55% year-over-year. In April, they accounted for a combined market share of 16%—the highest to date. 🔋📈
June 5, 2025 at 10:38 AM
🇪🇸🚗 From January to April 2025, new passenger car registrations in #Spain grew by 13%.
This was partly driven by momentum of the #ElectricVehicle market: Sales of new #BEVs and #PHEVs increased by 55% year-over-year. In April, they accounted for a combined market share of 16%—the highest to date. 🔋📈
This was partly driven by momentum of the #ElectricVehicle market: Sales of new #BEVs and #PHEVs increased by 55% year-over-year. In April, they accounted for a combined market share of 16%—the highest to date. 🔋📈
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Belgium has seen a jump in battery electric vehicle (#BEV) uptake: In 2024, registrations increased by 37% from 2023; 1 in 4 new cars were electric—more than in major EU car markets. 🇧🇪🚗
What's behind the shift, and what role do companies play? Find out in our blog ⬇️
theicct.org/belgiums-tax...
What's behind the shift, and what role do companies play? Find out in our blog ⬇️
theicct.org/belgiums-tax...
Belgium’s tax incentives drive electric vehicles in corporate fleets - International Council on Clean Transportation
theicct.org
May 19, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Belgium has seen a jump in battery electric vehicle (#BEV) uptake: In 2024, registrations increased by 37% from 2023; 1 in 4 new cars were electric—more than in major EU car markets. 🇧🇪🚗
What's behind the shift, and what role do companies play? Find out in our blog ⬇️
theicct.org/belgiums-tax...
What's behind the shift, and what role do companies play? Find out in our blog ⬇️
theicct.org/belgiums-tax...
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🇬🇧The UK government recently concluded a consultation on its flagship regulation to drive the transition to electric vehicles: the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate. The results are now public.⚡🚗
We’ve examined the details of the proposed outcomes: theicct.org/risks-of-the...
We’ve examined the details of the proposed outcomes: theicct.org/risks-of-the...
May 26, 2025 at 7:21 AM
🇬🇧The UK government recently concluded a consultation on its flagship regulation to drive the transition to electric vehicles: the Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate. The results are now public.⚡🚗
We’ve examined the details of the proposed outcomes: theicct.org/risks-of-the...
We’ve examined the details of the proposed outcomes: theicct.org/risks-of-the...
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"China's zero-emission truck and bus market experienced significant growth in 2024, particularly in the fourth quarter following the government's macroeconomic stimulus package released in September," says @feliperodriguezphd.bsky.social of @theicct.org.
🔗 Learn more: theicct.org/publication/...
🔗 Learn more: theicct.org/publication/...
March 25, 2025 at 11:11 AM
"China's zero-emission truck and bus market experienced significant growth in 2024, particularly in the fourth quarter following the government's macroeconomic stimulus package released in September," says @feliperodriguezphd.bsky.social of @theicct.org.
🔗 Learn more: theicct.org/publication/...
🔗 Learn more: theicct.org/publication/...
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Electric vehicles can help power grids and save money in Europe. 🚗🔌 #SmartCharging
With the @regassistproj.bsky.social, we launched a new study on the cost savings of smart charging for power grids in Europe.
Here are our key findings 👇
With the @regassistproj.bsky.social, we launched a new study on the cost savings of smart charging for power grids in Europe.
Here are our key findings 👇
March 17, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Electric vehicles can help power grids and save money in Europe. 🚗🔌 #SmartCharging
With the @regassistproj.bsky.social, we launched a new study on the cost savings of smart charging for power grids in Europe.
Here are our key findings 👇
With the @regassistproj.bsky.social, we launched a new study on the cost savings of smart charging for power grids in Europe.
Here are our key findings 👇
Reposted by Susana Irles
💬 Join us for the webinar “Smart Charging for Europe: How EVs can save money for power grids” 🚗⚡🔌
With @regassistproj.bsky.social, we will present our upcoming report with:
Dr. Julia Hildermeier (RAP)
Marie Rajon Bernard (ICCT)
Marin Dilé (Artelys)
👉 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
With @regassistproj.bsky.social, we will present our upcoming report with:
Dr. Julia Hildermeier (RAP)
Marie Rajon Bernard (ICCT)
Marin Dilé (Artelys)
👉 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
March 14, 2025 at 11:49 AM
💬 Join us for the webinar “Smart Charging for Europe: How EVs can save money for power grids” 🚗⚡🔌
With @regassistproj.bsky.social, we will present our upcoming report with:
Dr. Julia Hildermeier (RAP)
Marie Rajon Bernard (ICCT)
Marin Dilé (Artelys)
👉 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
With @regassistproj.bsky.social, we will present our upcoming report with:
Dr. Julia Hildermeier (RAP)
Marie Rajon Bernard (ICCT)
Marin Dilé (Artelys)
👉 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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⚡ #EVs are gaining momentum in Europe’s major car markets. In February, battery electric vehicles reached an 18% share in Germany & France. Italy & Spain saw BEVs at 38% and 54% of new registrations, respectively. The UK leads with over a third of new registrations being electric (#BEV & #PHEV). 🚗🔌
March 12, 2025 at 8:50 AM
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Today’s report shows that ULEZ works.
One year on, the ULEZ expansion is helping to:
🌳 Drive down levels of pollution
🌳 Take old polluting cars off our roads
🌳 Bring cleaner air to millions more Londoners.
One year on, the ULEZ expansion is helping to:
🌳 Drive down levels of pollution
🌳 Take old polluting cars off our roads
🌳 Bring cleaner air to millions more Londoners.
Dramatic fall in London’s levels of deadly pollutants after Ulez expansion
People in capital breathing much cleaner air, with significant improvements in capital’s most deprived areas
www.theguardian.com
March 7, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Today’s report shows that ULEZ works.
One year on, the ULEZ expansion is helping to:
🌳 Drive down levels of pollution
🌳 Take old polluting cars off our roads
🌳 Bring cleaner air to millions more Londoners.
One year on, the ULEZ expansion is helping to:
🌳 Drive down levels of pollution
🌳 Take old polluting cars off our roads
🌳 Bring cleaner air to millions more Londoners.
Reposted by Susana Irles
What can the EU learn from the UK’s EV success in 2024?🚗⚡
From 2020 to 2023, the UK electric vehicle market lagged Germany.
However, in 2024, the trend reversed—the UK surpassed Germany in battery electric vehicle (BEV) market share:
🇬🇧19%
🇩🇪13%
A lesson for others🧵👇
From 2020 to 2023, the UK electric vehicle market lagged Germany.
However, in 2024, the trend reversed—the UK surpassed Germany in battery electric vehicle (BEV) market share:
🇬🇧19%
🇩🇪13%
A lesson for others🧵👇
March 6, 2025 at 8:16 AM
What can the EU learn from the UK’s EV success in 2024?🚗⚡
From 2020 to 2023, the UK electric vehicle market lagged Germany.
However, in 2024, the trend reversed—the UK surpassed Germany in battery electric vehicle (BEV) market share:
🇬🇧19%
🇩🇪13%
A lesson for others🧵👇
From 2020 to 2023, the UK electric vehicle market lagged Germany.
However, in 2024, the trend reversed—the UK surpassed Germany in battery electric vehicle (BEV) market share:
🇬🇧19%
🇩🇪13%
A lesson for others🧵👇
Reposted by Susana Irles
Pure electric cars made up 25% of all new sales in the UK in February, up 42% yoy
www.smmt.co.uk/evs-account-...
www.smmt.co.uk/evs-account-...
EVs account for one in four new car registrations in flat February market - SMMT
The UK new car market fell slightly in February, down -1.0% to 84,054 units, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
www.smmt.co.uk
March 5, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Pure electric cars made up 25% of all new sales in the UK in February, up 42% yoy
www.smmt.co.uk/evs-account-...
www.smmt.co.uk/evs-account-...
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Türkiye is the 5th largest car market in Europe. See by yourself what is happening there and how EV transition is gaining pace so quickly.
March 4, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Türkiye is the 5th largest car market in Europe. See by yourself what is happening there and how EV transition is gaining pace so quickly.