REVEAL CO₂ – Transparency and reduction of CO₂ emissions when charging electric vehicles

The CO₂ footprint of electric vehicles during their use phase is determined by the electricity source for charging. However, a major challenge is for stakeholder to determine the CO₂ emissions of a charging session. The REVEAL CO₂ project was initiated to create this transparency and reduce CO₂ emissions when charging electric vehicles. 

Project 

The REVEAL CO₂ project aims to capture and reduce the CO₂ emissions associated with charging electric vehicles. The Digital Hub Mobility at UnternehmerTUM brings together charging station operators, grid operators, fleet managers, and OEMs to jointly develop effective emission reduction measures. Through collaboration among the partners BMW, DKV Mobility, E.ON, SAP, and Infineon, a prototype solution was developed to provide transparency and create innovative solutions for emission reduction. The FfE provided scientific support for the project through its expertise in electricity emissions accounting, sustainability reporting, and e-mobility. 

Detailed project information and results can be found on the REVEAL CO₂ website. 

Further Information 

• REVEAL CO₂ | Digital Hub Mobility by UnternehmerTUM 
• Charging systems – current regulations at a glance – FfE 
• CO₂-Monitor – Hourly emission factors for the German electricity mix – FfE  
• Info: What is the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)? – FfE