Career Opportunities in Sustainable Emerging Markets: Electric Vehicle Battery Manufacturing
The shift from internal combustion engine vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) is an key part of Canada’s sustainability strategy. Transportation accounts for 25% of Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions, with almost half of that share of emissions coming from light-duty cars and trucks. Current mandates will limit the sale of new light-duty vehicles from 2035 and beyond to fully EVs (also known as battery electric vehicles). There are also significant incentives for consumers to own EVs, including provincial and federal rebates. Growing EV sales will translate to a sustained period of growth for battery manufacturing over the upcoming years. Federal and provincial governments have pledged to support EV battery manufacturing by providing over $37 billion to major manufacturers, which will help to establish a strong EV supply chain within the country.