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Sustainability Innovations: Solar-Powered Smart Poles The demand for sustainable, eco-friendly urban infrastructure is growing, and solar-powered smart poles are at the forefront. These poles not only provide lighting but can also serve as charging stations, Wi-Fi hotspots, and data-collection points. In cities like Jaipur, such innovations are gaining momentum. Prediction: Solar-powered smart poles will become a standard across all smart cities by 2028, helping meet renewable energy goals and reduce energy consumption. Key Challenge: High initial investment and the need for integrated smart city networks. #sustainability #smartcities #solarpower #greeninnovation #urbanlighting #streetlighting #urbandesign #lightspoles #suncityinnovation #amitpatil #streetlightdesign

As #India accelerates its #SmartCities Mission, #DistrictCooling is becoming a crucial element in the country’s strategy for sustainable #urbandevelopment. The India Cooling Action Plan (ICAP), launched in 2019, aims to reduce cooling demand by 20-25% and enhance #energyefficiency by 25-40% by 2037-38. District Cooling is well-positioned to help meet these targets, particularly in densely populated and fast-growing urban areas writes Sudheer Perla, MD, Tabreed Tabreed India for ET Edge Insights Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dSzUp8ZM

Post#0205 Transforming Urban India: Highlights of Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs' Achievements in 2024 The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has made remarkable strides in urban development during 2024. Here’s a snapshot of the key achievements that are shaping the future of urban India: Smart Cities Mission Progress: 91% of projects completed, amounting to ₹1,47,366 crore across 100 Smart Cities. Urban Innovation: Integrated Command and Control Centres, 84,000 CCTV cameras, and 9,433 smart classrooms. Sustainability: 713 km of cycle tracks and advanced waste management systems in over 66 cities. Swachh Bharat Mission Infrastructure: A 15 MW Waste-to-Energy plant inaugurated in Ahmedabad. Campaigns: The 4S campaign for targeted cleanliness transformation, including public participation and sanitation worker welfare. Legacy Waste Management: Over 2.5 lakh metric tonnes of legacy waste remediated. AMRUT and Urban Water Management Created 4,649 MLD water treatment and 4,429 MLD sewage treatment capacity. AMRUT 2.0 addresses waterlogging and enhances urban water systems. Urban Mobility and Sustainability Metro Expansion: 993 km of operational metro rail, with daily ridership surpassing 1 crore. E-Mobility: Launch of "PM-e-Bus Sewa" with 10,000 electric buses, reducing urban pollution. Affordable Housing PMAY 2.0: Introduction of Rental Housing Vertical and web-based application systems. Achievement: In-principle approval for 6 lakh urban houses under PMAY-U 2.0. Livelihood Programs DAY-NULM Impact: Over 1 crore urban poor women mobilized into 9.96 lakh SHGs. Skill Development: 39.39 lakh livelihoods created through training and micro-enterprise initiatives. These milestones reflect the government’s commitment to modernizing urban infrastructure, promoting sustainability, and enhancing the quality of life for citizens. As India steps into 2025, the MoHUA’s transformative vision promises a brighter, more inclusive urban future. What do you think of these achievements? Let’s discuss! 🚀 #UrbanDevelopment #SmartCities #Sustainability Credit: https://lnkd.in/gkgiN5xA

Aristo India’s Bold Green Leap: 100% Solar-Powered Facility Opens In Bangalore Aristo India, a leading name in home interior solutions specializing in wardrobes, kitchens, and furniture, has launched its first 100% solar-powered manufacturing facility in Bangalore. This state-of-the-art facility marks a significant step toward the company’s goal of carbon neutrality and its commitment to a greener future. The Honourable Energy Minister of Karnataka, Shri. KJ George, inaugurated the facility and engaged with the staff. Spanning 104,969 sq. ft. (2.4 acres), the factory includes 57,300 sq. ft. dedicated to furniture manufacturing and 26,191 sq. ft. for finishing and warehousing. Its newly installed solar power system has a capacity of 340 kVAp, fully […] Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/dKe9YTaC #solarenergy #alternativeenergy #solarpv #pvsolar #photovoltaic #cleanenergy #cleantech #climatechange #aristoindia #bangalore #greenmanufacturing #india #localpowergrid #netzero #renewableenergy #solarenergy #solarpanels #solarpoweredfacility #sustainability

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐡 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝: 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐄𝐕 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 Chandigarh is taking a 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐦𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 as the Municipal Corporation and CREST 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 to install EV charging stations across the city. This 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 aims to create a 𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, making EV adoption more 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬. By addressing key challenges such as range anxiety and charging accessibility, this 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 aligns with Chandigarh’s vision for a 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐜𝐨-𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞. As the city works to 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧 𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 and embrace cleaner energy solutions, it sets an example for others to follow in 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐮𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/gPn8ddPG #EVNews #evindustry

#Lucknow leads the way in sustainability Rooftop #solar is now a must for homes over 1,000 sq ft The Lucknow Development Authority (#LDA ) has made it mandatory for residential #properties with a plot size of 1,000 square feet or more to install rooftop solar panels This decision was announced during the 183rd board meeting held on Wednesday Previously, the requirement to install rooftop solar systems applied only to residential properties with plots of 2,000 square feet or more However, with the #newpolicy, LDA aims to encourage the widespread adoption of #solarenergy, making it accessible to a larger section of the population #life #residential #RealEstateTech #sustainableLiving #home #housing #realestateinvesting #lucknowdevelopmentauthority Read More on: https://lnkd.in/eww9p4mh

The National Workshop on Multi-level Action for Climate Resilient Cities, held on 19 September 2024, marked a significant milestone in India's urban #ClimateAction journey with the launch of 7+1 Net Zero Climate Resilient City Action Plans (#CAPs). The cities of Ahmedabad, Siliguri, Rajkot, Vadodara, Coimbatore, Trichy, Tirunelveli, and Udaipur have taken crucial steps towards achieving India’s Net Zero goals by 2070, and localising climate action. These cities will serve as role models for others across India, encouraging them to prepare and implement their own city action plans. NIUA was honoured to serve as the knowledge partner for this initiative. This initiative aligns closely with India's broader climate goals, as outlined by the Hon’ble Prime Minister at COP26 in November 2021, where he introduced the Panchamrit agenda, which includes the ambitious goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070. During the event, Shri Tokhan Sahu, Hon'ble Minister of State, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs; Shri Rahul Kapoor, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs; Dr Debolina Kundu, Director (AC), National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA), and Mr Philippe Sas, Head of International Cooperation at the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, along with city representatives, unveiled the action plans. Dr Debolina Kundu congratulated the cities for preparing their Net-Zero Climate Resilient City Action Plans. She emphasised the need for integrated #CAPs across India’s statutory towns, census towns, and peripheral towns. She stressed that while these plans are a significant achievement, immediate action and effective implementation are critical for success. Dr Kundu highlighted that NIUA has also prepared four Net-Zero Climate Resilient City Action Plans for the cities of Junagarh, Jamnagar, Leh, and Pune. Additionally, she announced the establishment of a first-of-its-kind project preparation facility at NIUA, which will support cities in developing climate-focused, bankable projects in key areas such as waste management, mobility, and renewable energy. This initiative will further strengthen India's efforts to achieve the Net-Zero Vision by 2070. NIUA remains committed to advancing low-carbon, climate-resilient development across India's urban landscape. Together, we can build a more sustainable and resilient future! MoEF&CC | NITI Aayog | Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM) | South Pole | ICLEI South Asia | ICLEI | econcept AG | 

Discover how India's Smart Cities Mission is leveraging cutting-edge IT to enhance infrastructure, public services, and sustainability. Learn how technology is shaping the future of urban living in India! 🌐 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eqDYHNGF #smartcities #urbandevelopment #techinnovation #sustainableliving #IndiaIT

Smart City Mission in India aimed to transform cities, extended to 2023, now likely 2024. In Madhya Pradesh's Bhopal, key Smart City projects lagging despite years. Environmental concerns with tree cutting, water usage, and waste management surface

KOCHI, KERALA STATE, INDIA, WATER METRO FEATURED IN UN HABITAT'S WORLD CITIES REPORT. Kochi Water Metro has added yet another laurel to its impressive list of achievements, as India's first water metro system, featured in the UN's Habitat's 'World Cities Report 2024: Cities and Climate Action' for its role in "revitalising water transport and elevating it to include climate change considerations and principles of sustainable development." The World Cities Report 2024 highlights the critical role cities play in addressing the global climate crisis, both in terms of reversing its impacts (through mitigation) and reducing the vulnerability of at-risk communities, groups and individuals through adaptation. "Despite the benefits of inland waterway transport, many cities are yet to harness its full potential. Given the fact that many cities around the world are located along navigable waterways, there is enormous potential to implement water-based transportation as a solution that is highly adaptable to climate change and can help mitigate emissions. The Kochi, Kerala State, India, Water Metro offers a prototype of how other cities may revitalise their water transport and elevate it to include climate change considerations and principles of sustainable urban development," the report said under the chapter "Enhancing Urban Mobility through Low-Carbon Water Transport'. The boats have been designed and constructed in a way that lowers their environmental impact through the use of lightweight and recyclable materials, together with a low draft and wake design, resulting in reduced power consumption and noise emissions, thus limiting disruption to the flora and fauna in the waterway. The use of electric propulsion for the boats is further expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 22,400 tonnes per year upon full implementation. The Kochi, Kerala State, India, Water Metro, which began commercial operations in April last year, is expected to be fully operational in 2035, by connecting 10 island communities with the mainland and serve 100,000 passengers daily. The project entails a fleet of 78 battery-operated electric hybrid boats, with capacity varying from 50 to 100 passengers serving 30 modern terminals in 15 routes, for a distance of 76 km. The Kochi, Kerala State, India, Water Metro aims to achieve 100% renewable energy operation through a 17 megawatt peak (MWp) solar plant. The project supports India's target of becoming carbon neutral by 2070. #KochiWaterMetro #KeralaTourism #IncredibleIndia #UnitedNations #SustainableDevelopmentGoals