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Not only are Latin American countries plagued by high GHG emissions , but the number of premature deaths resulting from transportrelated emissions is a cause for concern .
From an emissions perspective , LATAM is still a fair way from meeting decarbonisation targets , however that ’ s not to discredit the development of its energy network . The region has one of the cleanest electricity grids in the world with around 60 % of its electricity ( in 2018 ) sourced from hydroelectric power .
As countries in the far west are clearly committed to cycling natural resources to produce energy , LATAM turns its attention to air quality . Public-private partnerships will be responsible for encouraging more EV ownership accompanied by authorities ’ efforts to urbanise transport for cleaner commuting .
Bogotá , Mexico City , and Santiago are the three cities leading EV adoption in the region .
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