Zero Emissions Day 2019: Nissan shares how many emissions Electric Vehicles can reduce

Bangkok (September 26, 2019) – In honor of Zero Emissions Day, a worldwide movement that aims to encourage the use of renewable energy sources, Nissan pledges it support for reducing emissions, sharing its data-driven vision on how electric vehicles can play a role in controlling emission levels globally.

As the manufacturer of the world’s number-one selling Electric Vehicle, by driving over 11 billion emission-free kilometers, global Nissan LEAF owners have cumulatively saved 3.8 million barrels of oil every year on average. This translates to more than one million metric tons of CO2 that would be required to drive the same distance by traditional combustible personal vehicles.

“As a global automotive leader, we recognize our role in helping shape a visionary future of mobility that drives towards zero emissions,” said Yutaka Sanada, Regional Senior Vice President, Nissan Asia and Oceania. “While Zero Emissions Day is one day to provide a well-deserved rest to our planet, at Nissan we believe it is a greater opportunity to inspire all in the exploration of solutions for a less polluted tomorrow. Nissan has been a frontrunner in the electric vehicle space more than 70 years, and we believe wider adoption of EVs is the way forward for a sustainable future. The Nissan LEAF, with cumulative sales of more than 430,000 cars worldwide is an EV which does not emit exhaust gases during operation and could help save 4.5 metric tons of CO2 each year per vehicle. We are proud to be at the forefront of this journey and believe ‘Net Zero’ must become the new mantra.”

What is an emission?:

Gases and particles put into the air or emitted by various sources. There are many sources of emissions grouped into four categories: point, mobile, biogenic, and area.

What is Zero Emissions Day?

Introduced in the 1980s September 21, Zero Emissions Day or “ZeDay”, is a day dedicated to stopping all emissions and has grown to be a symbol of the planet’s global connectedness in creating a better tomorrow.

Why is it Important?

In 2018, reports recorded the widest difference between where the world is now and where it needs to be in order to contain greenhouse gases and keep global temperatures within safe limits.

Not only is ZeDay important for the environment, it is important for human health as well. Ambient air pollution is the leading environmental health risk factor worldwide today. With 91% of the world's population living in places exceeding World Health Organization (WHO) air quality guidelines, dirty air contributes to 4.2 million premature deaths annually from heart and lung diseases and diabetes, according to 2018 WHO reports.

Zero starts with you.

For more about how the electric mobility is a key solution to celebrating Zero Emissions Day and creating a zero emissions future, as well as suggestions on other ways to reduce one’s carbon footprint, please visit Nissan’s Zero Emissions Day infographic at the following image.

About Nissan Motor (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

Nissan was established in Japan since 1933 with the commitment to create Innovation that Excites for customer satisfaction. Nissan wants to improve quality of life for people in society by pursuing a goal of zero emission vehicles and zero fatalities on the road with “Nissan Intelligent Mobility”. The company plans to introduce autonomous drive vehicles across regions for safety and more enjoyable driving experience. Nissan started business in Thailand since 1952. Currently, the Nissan Group of Companies in Thailand has subsidiaries five companies, including two of the production bases, over than 180 showrooms and service centers nationwide network. Vehicle range cover all segments includes 10 models spanning the entry level Eco-Car, SUV, Premium Sedans and Pickup Trucks.

About Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

Nissan is a global full-line vehicle manufacturer that sells more than 60 models under the Nissan, INFINITI and Datsun brands. In fiscal year 2018, the company sold 5.52 million vehicles globally, generating revenue of 11.6 trillion yen. Nissan’s global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan, manages operations in six regions: Asia & Oceania; Africa, the Middle East & India; China; Europe; Latin America; and North America. Nissan has partnered with French manufacturer Renault since 1999 and acquired a 34% stake in Mitsubishi Motors in 2016. The Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance sold 10.76 million vehicles combined in calendar year 2018.

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