Kia cuts CO2, water use, and air pollution at South Korean car factories

Michael Holder
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Car manufacturer's latest annual sustainability report also highlights global sales growth and focus on electric vehicles

Kia has cut water use, waste levels, air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions at its vehicle production facilities in South Korea while simultaneously boosting global sales, according to the auto giant's...

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