Sustainability
Transparent about sustainability
This Product Sustainability Declaration is a high-level presentation of Polestar 2's sustainability credentials. It aims to provide consumers with transparent information to enable them to make informed, ethical choices.
Carbon footprint
We're continuously revisiting the materials and processes that go into the manufacturing of Polestar cars to lower greenhouse gas emissions from the cradle-to-gate phase of their life cycles. You can reduce total footprint during the in-use phase by charging with renewable energy.
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Polestar 2 life cycle
Materials production
From aluminum and steel to plastics, each material category contributes to the Polestar 2's overall carbon footprint, as does the electricity mix used in material production and refining. We aim to continuously reduce the carbon impact and further improve the accuracy of our footprint calculations.
Polestar 2 life cycle
Li-ion battery modules
Several factors contribute to the battery's carbon footprint, from the energy used for cell production to the aluminum used in the battery casing. We push our suppliers to reduce the carbon footprint of the battery modules they supply.
Polestar 2 life cycle
Manufacturing and logistics
The Polestar 2 is produced in Volvo Cars' plant in Taihzou, a manufacturing facility powered by 100% solar energy. Using entirely renewable electricity reduces the carbon footprint by 0.5 t CO₂e per car.
Polestar 2 life cycle
Use phase
After a Polestar 2 leaves the factory, its owner can make a significant difference to its overall carbon footprint by charging with renewable energy wherever possible.
Polestar 2 life cycle
End of life
Polestar 2 is 85% recyclable, and a majority of components can be reused or remanufactured. Increasing components' lifespans in this way can reduce both waste and the CO2 emissions produced by making all-new components.
Cradle-to-gate carbon footprint
These figures represent the CO₂e emissions of the Polestar 2 in the cradle-to-gate phases of the car's life cycle. Battery upgrades in a majority of markets, in addition to drivetrain upgrades, have impacted the overall vehicle carbon footprint.
Long range Dual motor
- Materials production
- 15.7 t
- Battery modules
- 5.9 t
- Manufacturing and logistics
- 1.6 t
- Total
- 23.1 t
Battery carbon footprint
Thanks to improved cell chemistry, CO₂e emissions for Polestar 2 in most markets¹ have been reduced by 1.1 tonnes, down from 7 to 5.9 tonnes per car.
Circularity
From design and materials, to sourcing and assembly, to use and reuse. Polestar 2 represents another step toward full, closed-loop circularity in the production and use of electric cars.
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Material innovations
WeaveTech upholstery
WeaveTech is a 100% vegan, PVC-based leather alternative that's both dirt- and moisture-resistant. Its high-end production process reduces the amount of chemical plasticizer from the standard 35-45% to just 1% on average.
Used in Polestar 2 upholstery.
Material innovations
Black and light ash wooden deco
Available in two color options, the distinctive look of the wooden deco comes from the wood's grain, which is treated to reduce material waste and emphasize its natural beauty.
Used in Polestar 2 deco panels.
Traced materials
Tracing materials back to their origin is the first step towards achieving more responsible sourcing and production processes. We aim to have more material tracing in place for each new model.
Polestar works with blockchain partner Circulor to trace battery risk minerals such as cobalt and mica. We collaborate with Bridge of Weir to do the same for leather.
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Responsibly sourced materials
Nappa leather
The hides used for the optional leather upholstery originate from farms in countries rated with the highest global standard by the Animal Protection Index. They come sourced via Bridge of Weir and are certified chrome-free.
Used in Polestar 2 upholstery.
Blockchain-traced risk materials
Cobalt
Cobalt is a hard metal used to extend battery life in Polestar 2's lithium-ion battery pack. Major risks associated with mining cobalt include forced labor, child labor, corruption, weak rule of law, high-intensity conflicts, and pollution from hazardous materials.
Blockchain-traced risk materials
Mica
Mica is a group of silicate minerals used in the Polestar 2 lithium-ion battery pack as a thermal barrier to hinder fire, and improve safety and robustness. Major risks associated with mining mica include child labour and forced labour, weak rule of law, corruption, artisanal, and small-scale mining.
3TG
Tin, tantalum, tungsten and gold, also known as 'conflict minerals', have a wide range of applications in the Polestar 2's construction and electronics. In politically unstable areas, mineral trade can be used to finance arms groups, fuel forced labor and other human rights abuses, and support corruption and money laundering. 3TG is traced via Conflict Mineral Reporting, which promotes smelters verified to conform with the Responsible Minerals Assurance Program (RMAP).
Polestar and sustainability
Polestar is determined to improve the society we live in, using design and tech to accelerate a widespread shift to sustainable electric mobility. Find out more about how we're getting there.
More about sustainability- Visuals are for illustrative purposes only. European model shown.