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Hindustan Petroleum plans rapid vehicle-battery swap programmeedit
Bracing for a future with less-polluting fuels, Indian oil refiner Hindustan Petroleum Corp is planning a pilot programme for swapping batteries of electric two- and three-wheelers at its outlets by December, according to people familiar with the matter.
Hindustan Petroleum outlets may roll out battery swapping program for e-vehiclesedit
Bracing for a future with less-polluting fuels, Indian oil refiner Hindustan Petroleum Corp is planning a pilot program for swapping batteries of electric two- and three-wheelers at its outlets by December, according to people familiar with the matter.
Rapid vehicle-battery swap scheme planned by HPCLedit
Bracing for a future with less-polluting fuels, state-run refiner Hindustan Petroleum is planning a pilot programme for swapping batteries of electric two- and three-wheelers at its outlets by December, according to people familiar with the matter.
HPCL to begin battery swapping at outletsedit
Indian startups, including Sun Mobility and Lithion Power, are current- ly providing battery swap- ping services for two- and three-wheelers and some buses. Last year, Finnish utility Fortum Oyj’s India unit and Sweden’s Clean Motion launched a battery swapping pilot near New Delhi. HPCL also isn’t the only fossil fuel-focused company adapting to the influx of electric vehicles. State-run NTPC and Bharat Heavy Electricals have also announced plans to set up electric vehicle chargers.
HPCL to begin battery swapping at outletsedit
Indian startups, including Sun Mobility and Lithion Power, are currently providing battery swap- ping services for two- and three-wheelers and some buses. Last year, Finnish utility Fortum Oyj’s India unit and Sweden’s Clean Motion launched a battery swapping pilot near New Delhi. HPCL also isn’t the only fossil fuel-focused company adapting to the influx of electric vehicles. State-run NTPC and Bharat Heavy Electricals have also announced plans to set up electric vehicle chargers.
HPCL to begin battery swapping at outletsedit
Bracing for a future with less-polluting fuels, oil refiner Hindustan Petroleum Corp (HPCL) is planning a pilot programme for swapping batteries of electric two- and three-wheelers at its outlets by December, according to people familiar with the matter.
Indian Oil Refiner Plans Rapid Vehicle-Battery Swap Programedit
Bracing for a future with less-polluting fuels, Indian oil refiner Hindustan Petroleum Corp is planning a pilot program for swapping batteries of electric two- and three-wheelers at its outlets by December, according to people familiar with the matter.
HPCL plans rapid vehicle-battery swap programedit
Bracing for a future with less-polluting fuels, oil refiner Hindustan Petroleum Corp is planning a pilot program for swapping batteries of electric two- and three-wheelers at its outlets by December, according to people familiar with the matter. The initiative is aimed at helping the company maintain its grip on a segment of the mobility market that’s rapidly shifting to cleaner power sources, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the plans aren’t public. The ultimate capacity of the program hasn’t been decided.
Expecting boom in e-vehicle industry, Karnataka plans clusteredit
Having taken the lead in introducing an electric vehicle policy in the country two years ago and foreseeing a boom in e-vehicles, Karnataka is now planning to build an EV ecosystem. The industries department is holding advanced-level talks with stakeholders to establish an EV cluster. Sources in the department claim 4-5 prominent EV-manufacturing companies have showed positive intent to set up their units. “We are hoping many more to follow suit,” said a senior official.
Industry
The steps needed for increased adoption of electric vehiclesedit
Over time, it’s getting clearer that the government envisions India as a global hub of manufacturing of electric vehicles (EVs). One of the main reasons for this EV push is concerns about the rising air pollution across urban centres. According to a recent report, 14 of the world’s 20 most polluted cities are in India. The sources of air pollution are multiple—vehicular emissions, stubble burning, dust generated from construction sites, and poor waste management. A recent study also revealed that life expectancy in India has gone down by 2.6 years due to diseases caused by air pollution.
How India’s EV dream may be scuttling its gas game planedit
Earlier this year, the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) bid out 228 geographical areas to companies for setting up CNG stations along with a network of piped natural gas (PNG) for supply to homes. The bids for city gas distribution (CGD) networks covered 406 of the country’s 725 districts across 27 states and Union territories. Several companies — including state-run Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum, and private players like Adani Gas, besides the Philippines’ AG&P — have bid aggressively for these rights.
Where’s the Money for EV Charging at Fuel Pumps?edit
The government’s aim to shift to electric-only mobility by 2030 is facing roadblocks from its own ranks. While India hasn’t made much of a progress on charging so far, as a prerequisite to make electric vehicles (EVs) popular, the government is planning to set up charging stations at petrol pumps.
India needs $500-700 billion in renewable energy: IEEFAedit
India will require $500-700 billion in renewable energy and supporting grid investment over the coming decade in order to meet its renewable energy targets, the US-based Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) said on Friday. In a note titled ‘International Capital Awaits Robust Policy Environment in India’s Renewables Infrastructure Sector’, it reviewed India’s energy market and found some recent policy changes favourable for renewable energy investors.
The challengers’ road mapedit
Up against competition from deep-pocketed cab-hailing giants Uber and Ola, start-ups in the electric mobility space will not just need relentless financial support from investors but must scale up quickly to be visible in the city crowd, and stay top of mind. Currently, these small players are banking on service differentiators to establish a foothold.
Why is the auto industry facing trouble?edit
In July, the sale of vehicles across categories in the country slumped 18.71% to about 18.25 lakh units, down from about 22.45 lakh units, a year ago in the same month. This has been the steepest fall in nearly 19 years. This data, by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), gives out wholesale figures — i.e. the number of vehicles despatched to dealers by vehicle manufacturers.
‘Electric buses need more safety’edit
The Ahmedabad Fire and Emergency Services (AFES) on Sunday recommended precautionary additions to the city’s newly-acquired electric buses for Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS). While holding a mock drill to get BRTS engineers and drivers as well as fire department officers and personnel acquainted with emergency situations in case of failure or disaster in the buses, the AFES recommended installing keys to the battery chambers and specialised sling ropes in every bus so that the batteries can be pulled out in case of faults, ensuring safety of passengers who commute daily on the public transport.
EV charging stations: KSEB scouts for agenciesedit
Kerala State Electricity Board Limited (KSEB) is scouting for competent agencies interested in setting up electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the state. KSEB, the designated nodal agency appointed by the state government for setting up electronic vehicle charging stations, has invited an expression of interest for setting up 64 public charging stations, mostly on KSEB or government land.
TSRTC pitches for non A/C buses under FAME schemeedit
With the city air-conditioned buses of TSRTC not fetching enough revenues, the Corporation has urged the Centre to provide non A/C buses in the electrical bus scheme. According to senior official in the corporation, the TSRTC has sought 325 buses under the Central government’s FAME (Fast Adoptable and Manufacturing of hybrid and electric vehicles) scheme.
Electric mobility start-ups promise cheaper rides, but can they scale up?edit
Up against competition from deep-pocketed cab-hailing giants Uber and Ola, start-ups in the electric mobility space will not just need relentless financial support from investors but must scale up quickly to be visible in the city crowd, and stay top of mind.
EESL inks MoU with Apollo Hospitals to boost EV charging infraedit
Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a joint venture of PSUs under the Union ministry of power on Sunday said it has signed a 10-year memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Apollo Hospital Enterprises Ltd, to install public charging stations in its hospitals across the country to boost e-mobility. As per the MoU, while EESL will invest in specified services and deploy manpower for the operation and maintenance of the charging infrastructure, Apollo Hospitals will provide the requisite space and power connections.
Why storage is the next big thing for the power sectoredit
From the outside, Tata Power Delhi Distribution’s office in Rohini looks like a part of any other electrical substation in the country. High-voltage cables and wires criss-cross each other above the premises. A narrow path demarcates the grounds into two parts. Different types of transformers, circuit breakers, and other installations make up one side. On the other is a nondescript grey single-storey building that stretches across nearly 600 square metres. The whole complex is protected by an eight-foot-high boundary wall.
Competition
Maruti Suzuki chairman RC Bhargava pitches for tax relief for hybrid, CNG carsedit
The country’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) is pitching for tax relief for hybrid and CNG cars in addition to electric vehicles in order to promote green mobility in the country. MSI chairman R.C. Bhargava said there is a need to promote hybrid and CNG cars as it will take some time for mass acceptance of electric vehicles (EVs) considering the high cost of technology right now.
Tesla shows interest in India’s plans to build battery plantsedit
Tesla and China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd (CATL) are among the companies that have shown an initial interest in the Indian government’s plan to build large factories to make lithium-ion batteries at an investment of about ₹50,000 crore. Among the other firms that have shown an interest in the mega project is China’s BYD Co. Ltd, said two government officials aware of the matter, requesting anonymity.
International
Shell debuts electric vehicle chargers in Singapore, first in SE Asiaedit
Royal Dutch Shell is launching electric vehicle chargers at petrol stations in Singapore, its first such foray in Southeast Asia, the company said on Monday. The electric vehicle charging service, ‘Shell Recharge’, will be available at 10 Shell petrol stations in Singapore by October, this year or about 20% of its retail network in the city-state, the company said in a statement.