India’s largest mass rapid transit system has announced plans to significantly increase power procurement from solar power projects. Delhi Metro has announced that it will increase share of solar power in its total power procurement to 50% by 2031. At present, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) sources 34% of its … [continued]
The government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi has proposed to significantly increase its solar power target for 2025. According to media reports, the government has issued a draft solar power policy that targets 6 gigawatts of solar power capacity installed by the end of 2025. With this, the … [continued]
Achieving 100% electric vehicle sales penetration for final-mile delivery vehicles in Delhi by 2030 can significantly improve air quality and positively impact health, by greatly reducing CO2, 12,370 NOx, and particulate matter emissions. New Delhi, India — A new report by the Dialogue and Development Commission of Delhi (DDC–D), RMI, and … [continued]
How Lessons Learned Around the Globe Can Accelerate the Electrification of Road Freight
In its efforts to reduce air pollution, the Delhi government is taking steps beyond shutting down aging thermal power plants within city limits. The government of the Indian capital city of Delhi recently announced plans to replace a retired coal-fired power plant with a solar PV power project. The thermal … [continued]
In good news for electric car owners in India’s capital city New Delhi, the government approved setting up over 100 EV charging stations.
Delhi, India, is one of the world’s top cities for air pollution. In fact, a research study found that fine particulate matter air pollution there contributed to almost 15,000 premature deaths in 2016. Particulate matter has been linked to premature death, stroke, cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and respiratory diseases.
Indian companies continue to push for innovation with an endeavor to meet the highly ambitious renewable energy target set by the government. The conducive policy and regulatory regime for the development of renewable energy in the country has reaped the first solar-powered carport.
The air pollution problem in northern India, and most specifically in New Delhi, is continuing to worsen — with PM 2.5 readings at the US Embassy there climbing to well over 600 ppm this week (the “safe” limit is 50 ppm).
Helsinki-based clean energy company Fortum has announced timely and invigorating news for electric mobility expansion and the development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure — across the vast country of India. India has only about 6,000 electric cars, but it is looking to swiftly move forward and actually aims to be the first fully electric car nation. The goal is to have only electric vehicles on the market by 2030. Whether you think the target is viable or not, there must be immediate opportunities for EV infrastructure leaders.
