Lead Acid and Lithium Ion Batteries in Electric Cars: Page 2 of 2

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lithium ion batteries have a manufacturing carbon footprint of 6.8 kg per kWh energy store.

Estimated carbon footprint for a 12 kWh battery pack: 220 kg

Carbon footprint over lifetime of vehicle: 440 kg

C02/km based on 100,000 miles (160,000 km) 3g