Category: E-Mobility
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Electrification of Trucks Turning Obstacles to Opportunities
The transport sector is the fastest-growing contributor to global climate change as it alone contributes 19.2% of carbon emission, according to a report. In India, medium and heavy-duty trucks (MHDTs) comprise 2% of the total vehicle population but contribute to 45% of the overall vehicular road transport emissions, as per studies by an international non-profit.…
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How trucking can achieve 100% Zero Emission Truck (ZET) sales by 2047
Touching upon the role of all key stakeholders including the government, manufacturers, buyers, users, lenders and states, Karthick Athmanathan, Professor of Practice – IIT Madras, spoke to TrafficInfratech on how the trucking can achieve 100% Zero Emission Truck (ZET) sales by 2047, in tune with India’s commitment to become Net Zero by 2070 and the…
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EV tyres Not just about rubber meeting the road
EVs or electric vehicles do not require internal combustion engines (ICE) to operate. They are equipped with an electric motor and rechargeable battery pack, making their movement on the road unlike gas-powered vehicles and consequently requiring different tyre technology for providing grip, stability and comfort. The rise of EVs globally has pushed tyre manufacturers to…
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Economic Viability of Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling
As the number of electric vehicles on Indian roads increases, a surge in discarded lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) is expected, underscoring the urgent need for a robust recycling ecosystem. Mitradev Sahoo (Junior Program Associate, Electric Mobility, WRI India) and Dr. Parveen Kumar (Senior Program Manager, Electric Mobility, WRI India) look at the economic feasibility of a…
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Planning Charging Infrastructure and Electric Bus Operations
The state-owned Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL), supported by WRI India, has accelerated the adoption of electric buses under phase-1 of the National Electric Bus Program with a tender for 6,465 electric buses across six States/Union Territories. As the number of e-buses increases, it is vital to understand the dynamics around range (total kilometers an…
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India’s Drive Towards Electric Vehicles
The electrification of road transport is vital for India due to its potential to combat air pollution, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance energy security, and drive economic growth. However, the electrification of transport conversation also brings in some lively debates, points out Amit Bhatt, Managing Director (India) for International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) One…
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India’s Ambitious Electric Vehicle Policies
The Indian government, recognising the immense potential of Electric Vehicles, has taken bold steps to promote their adoption and has set an ambitious goal of achieving a 30% penetration rate of EVs in the overall vehicle market by the year 2030. This article by Dr. Ch. Ravi Sekhar, Chief Scientist & Head TPE and Prof.…
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Accelerating Bus Electrification in India
The Government of India’s concerted efforts to electrify India’s public transport, amplified by the recent incentives provided by the Department of Heavy Industries (DHI), have empowered states like Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat to scale the deployment of electric buses across cities. As on June 30, 2022, over 2,508 e-buses were operational across 40 Indian…
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Planning Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure for Bengaluru
The Innovating for Clean Air (IfCA) programme is a joint initiative between India and the UK to pilot air quality improvement initiatives in Bengaluru. The goal of the programme is to work with innovative businesses, local authorities, academics, and civil society organisations to develop interventions which have the potential to improve air quality. One focus…
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Making e-2-wheeler charging safe
The recent spate of fires in Electric 2-wheelers points out to the importance of safety in battery charging. These near-term issues can probably only help bolster the safety requirements and further strengthen the EV industry. There are estimated 25-30 companies and start-ups that are manufacturing electric 2-wheelers and 3-wheelers. Sid Jalan explores the concerns of…