Photo: Car for Ukraine
Over the past few years, European cities such as London and Paris have tried to restrict the number of high-emission vehicles on their streets. As a result, more people are getting rid of their diesel-powered SUVs and pickup trucks. This has provided a unique—and perhaps surprising—opportunity in Ukraine. Nonprofit organizations are working to get more of these diesel-powered vehicles to the frontlines of the war, where they can transport wounded soldiers for medical care.
Austin-based journalist Benton Graham spoke with a few of these groups about their efforts, the limitations of some of the programs, and the possibility that increased environmental regulations could ramp up donations even further. —Aimee Rawlins
European cities are banning diesel cars. So they’re headed to Ukraine’s front lines
As war rages in his home country of Ukraine, Ivan Oleksii pays close attention to the environmental regulations throughout Europe. Specifically, he’s focused on how those regulations might impact diesel vehicles. This might not seem like a typical activity to support a war effort, but for Oleksii, it very much is.
Fonte Fast Company
