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GERMANY, 29 June 2023: Ford Motor Company has opened its first carbon neutral electric vehicle (EV) assembly plant in Cologne, Germany. The USD 2bn investment in the plant is part of Ford’s commitment to reach carbon neutrality across its entire European footprint by 2035.
The Cologne EV Center is a state-of-the-art facility that is equipped with the latest in EV manufacturing technology. The plant has an annual production capacity of 250,000 EVs and will initially produce the Ford Explorer electric SUV.
The plant is designed to be highly efficient and sustainable. All of the electricity and natural gas used to operate the plant is carbon neutral. The heat required to warm the facility and processes is also carbon neutral, as the local energy provider will offset the corresponding emissions.
The Cologne EV Center is a major milestone in Ford’s global EV strategy. The company plans to invest USD 50bn in EVs by 2025 and reach a global production capacity of 2 million EVs by the end of 2026.
The opening of the Cologne EV Center is also a vote of confidence in the future of automotive manufacturing in Europe. The plant is expected to create 5,000 new jobs and secure thousands of existing jobs in the region.
Ford Commitment to Sustainability
Ford is committed to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact. The company has set a goal of achieving carbon neutrality across its entire global footprint by 2050.
The opening of the Cologne EV Center is a major step forward in Ford’s sustainability journey. The plant is one of the most sustainable EV assembly plants in the world and is a showcase for Ford’s commitment to a zero-emissions future.
Key Takeaways
- Ford has opened its first carbon neutral EV assembly plant in Cologne, Germany.
- The USD 2bn investment in the plant is part of Ford’s commitment to reach carbon neutrality across its entire European footprint by 2035.
- The plant is equipped with the latest in EV manufacturing technology and has an annual production capacity of 250,000 EVs.
- The plant is designed to be highly efficient and sustainable, using carbon neutral electricity, natural gas, and heat.
- The opening of the Cologne EV Center is a major milestone in Ford’s global EV strategy and a vote of confidence in the future of automotive manufacturing in Europe.
- Ford is committed to sustainability and has set a goal of achieving carbon neutrality across its entire global footprint by 2050.
