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Stanford University

Vehicle Efficiency Standards and the Future of Transportation - Part 2

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Explore a comprehensive lecture on modern transportation systems and sustainability covering critical aspects of vehicle efficiency standards, electrification trends, and future mobility solutions. Delve into detailed discussions about government-mandated vehicle efficiency requirements and their impact on automotive design and manufacturing. Learn about the rapid advancement of electric vehicles, their integration into existing transportation networks, and the challenges of widespread adoption. Examine the environmental implications of vehicle miles traveled, the concept of embodied energy in transportation infrastructure, and emerging technologies shaping the future of mobility. Gain valuable insights from Stanford University's Civil and Environmental Engineering expert Diana Gragg, who brings her extensive experience as Core Lecturer and Explore Energy Managing Director at the Precourt Institute for Energy to explain complex transportation concepts in an accessible manner.

Syllabus

00:00 Vehicle Efficiency Standards
08:27 Electrification
30:31 Vehicle Miles Traveled
39:00 Embodied Energy
43:53 Future of Transportation

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Stanford Understand Energy

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