The Polestar 3 contributes significantly to reducing emissions through several innovative strategies. By focusing on sustainable material sourcing, Polestar has managed to lower the vehicle’s cradle-to-gate carbon footprint to 24.7 tons of CO2 equivalent, which is less than its predecessor, the Polestar 2. This reduction is largely due to the company’s efforts in using renewable energy for material production, such as replacing a substantial portion of electricity used in aluminum and battery module production with renewable sources, which resulted in a reduction of 8.5 tons of greenhouse gas emissions.
Moreover, Polestar’s manufacturing facilities, including those in China and the upcoming site in South Carolina, USA, operate entirely on renewable energy, further minimizing the environmental impact of the vehicle’s production. Additionally, the company emphasizes the use of recycled materials and sustainable practices throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle, ensuring that even high-performance SUVs can be environmentally responsible. Overall, the Polestar 3 sets a new standard for sustainable electric vehicles, demonstrating that performance and eco-friendliness can go hand in hand.