‘EV as a Service’ Program

Source: This post on ‘EV as a Service’ Program has been created based on the article “Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs Shri Manohar Lal unveils CESL’s ‘EV as a Service’ Programme” published in PIB on 11th November 2024.

Why in news?

Recently, Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs unveiled the “EV as a Service” initiative by Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, Delhi. This program is a strategic step towards promoting electric mobility in government offices across India.

About the Programme

1. Initiative by:  Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL), a subsidiary of Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL).

2. This program is a major step in promoting electric vehicle (EV) adoption across government sectors, including central and state government ministries, Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), and institutions.

3. Objective: To facilitate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in Central and State Government ministries, departments, Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), and government institutions.

4. Goal: Aiming to deploy 5,000 electric cars in government sectors within the next two years.

5. It is designed to meet the increasing demand for EVs in the government sector, the ‘EV as a Service’ program aims to deploy 5,000 electric cars over the next two years.

6. The program’s flexible procurement model enables government offices to select various makes and models of EVs that best suit their operational needs, aligning with India’s long-term goal of net zero emissions by 2070.

7. This initiative supports environmental sustainability and also helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels, enhances India’s energy security, and reduces carbon emissions.

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