Annual CO2 Emissions From Fossil Fuels, By World Region

For many individuals, driving a gas-powered car is the single largest contributor to their carbon footprint, even more so than air travel or dietary choices like eating red meat. As extreme weather events intensify, wildfires spread, and scientific reports grow more urgent, climate consciousness is rising across demographics, especially among Gen Z and Millennial consumers. These generations are not only more likely to express concern about climate change—they’re more likely to act on it. This shift in mindset is propelling many to choose electric vehicles (EVs) as a tangible way to reduce their environmental impact. EVs emit zero tailpipe emissions, and when charged using renewable energy, their lifecycle emissions are dramatically lower than internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.