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Renewable energy for pollution-free
environment
India is committed to reducing carbon Solar powered vehicles
emissions and this promise takes effect in
the smart cities’ development project. A TCE has initiated the introduction of electric vehicles
minimum 10% of energy requirement of in Raipur and has proposed a subsidy of 60% under
the city will come from renewable energy FAME - (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid
sources and a major source will be roof-top and Electric) vehicles scheme such that incentives are
solar panels. The introduction of electric given to users of electric vehicles (EV).
vehicles is a first measure towards keeping As a pan city initiative in Raipur, EV buses will ply
this promise. The new smart cities will across the city. The electric vehicles will be public
adopt electrical vehicles and legislation transport buses and autorickshaws to begin with.
is currently being introduced in several The EVs will reduce carbon footprint and improve
ABD cities where areas are demarcated ambient air quality. The running cost of such vehicles
for electric/solar powered vehicles only. will be lower than a fuel powered vehicle. With the
This calls for new infrastructure. Walking FAME subsidy, EVs are a cost efficient option to ease
and cycling are also being encouraged pollution afflicted cities.
with bicycle rental points and earmarked Necessary infrastructure such as charging points for
bicycle tracks.
the EVs are also being planned. In the planning stage
are ‘Battery charging and swiping stations’ where
electric vehicles such as cars, autorickshaws and
scooters can be charged or exhausted batteries may
be exchanged with fully-charged units.
Solar powered bus stops
Plans are underway in Gandhinagar and other smart
cities for solar powered bus stops which will have
multi-purpose features. These bus stops, will have
solar panels to generate solar power and connected
to the grid. This location will also provide wifi-
hotspots, passenger information systems, mobile
charging points, etc.
Electric vehicles as public transport to ensure at least 10% energy
consumption from renewable sources
