Impact of Cab Aggregators on Vayu Vajra Service
CSTEP evaluated the impact of cab aggregators on Vayu Vajra Service as part of its Government of Karnataka studies.
Dedicated Feeders for IPs Using Solar-Based Generation
The agricultural sector in Karnataka accounts for 39% of the state’s electricity (~21,344 MU). This is provided for free, or at heavily subsidised rates, to farmers. Moreover, electricity is not metered. This has led to an estimated revenue loss of INR 9,295 crore for the state DISCOMs. The Government has attempted several initiatives to reduce this loss. One option being followed is segregation of domestic and agricultural feeders. The feeder separation provides an opportunity for use of solar energy to supply electricity to agricultural feeders.
Route Integration of BMTC and BMRCL
CSTEP provides recommendations of seamless integration between public transport systems (BMTC and BMRCL) in Bengaluru. The project was part of a series of studies done for the Government of Karnataka.
Feasibility of New Routes for High-End AC Buses
CSTEP evaluated the feasibility of New Routes for High-End AC Buses as part of its Government of Karnataka studies.
Impact of Metro on Bus Ridership
CSTEP evaluated the impact of metro on bus ridership as part of its Government of Karnataka studies.
Evaluation of BMTC Initiatives on Modal Share
CSTEP evaluated the impact of Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation's (BMTC) initiatives on the modal share of public transport, in a study for the Government of Karnataka. The aim of the study was to assess measures that could increase the modal share of public buses in Bengaluru. The study also suggested strategies for revenue generation from chartered/dedicated bus services and land monetisation.
Season's Greetings 2019
To look back at 2018, we’ve rounded up the CSTEP initiatives that had the greatest impact in policy circles.
Integration of BMRCL and BMTC
CSTEP conducted a study for the Government of Karnataka with the broad goal of exploring the potential of integrating the operations of Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) and Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL).
Sustainable Urban Planning Strategies for Cities in Karnataka
Sustainable Urban Planning Strategies for Cities in Karnataka
CSTEP undertook several studies towards enabling sustainable urban planning strategies for Karnataka.
Volume I: A Proof-of-Concept Urban Observatory Platform for Karnataka
Energy-Efficient Irrigation Pumps
The study assessed the feasibility of replacing 5 lakh inefficient irrigation pumpsets (IPs) with energy-efficient IP sets across five Electricity Supply Companies (ESCOMs) in Karnataka. Pilot studies revealed that the efficiency of existing IP sets was less than 30%. The efficiency of current energy-efficient IP sets range from 35%-55%, providing huge potential for energy-savings on replacement. By replacing 5 lakh IP sets, GoK could save about INR 900 crore from subsidy outlays every year.