Press Release: Bengaluru 2030: EV charging demand and infrastructure
As electric vehicles (EVs) have zero tailpipe emissions and lower running costs, an increasing number of Bengalureans are adopting EVs over their conventional counterparts. As per a Bengaluru-based think tank, the Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP), the city will have more than 23 lakh EVs by 2030. However, for a smoother transition to EVs, challenges related to battery charging need to be overcome.
Bengaluru 2030: EV charging demand and infrastructure
The environmental and health hazards associated with fossil-fuel-based vehicles are driving city dwellers towards electric vehicles (EVs), which have zero emissions and lower operating costs. As per the Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy’s (CSTEP’s) report ‘Bengaluru 2030: Impact of EVs on Vehicular Emissions’, Bengaluru would have more than 23 lakh EVs (> 85% electric two wheelers [e-2Ws]) by 2030, helping curb beyond 3 million tonnes of CO2 emissions annually (CSTEP, 2023).
Analyst
The candidate must be well-versed in the technical and policy aspects of climate change mitigation and sustainability.
Responsibilities
Group Lead
The group lead for Climate Adaptation and Risk Analysis will oversee a multidisciplinary team dedicated to analysing climate risks, developing adaptation strategies, and supporting stakeholders in managing climate impacts effectively. This role involves driving high-quality, actionable climate risk assessments, working closely with both internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring continuous improvement of methodologies and tools.
Harnessing the Potential of Small Wind Turbines in India: Opportunities, Challenges, and Way Forward
This workshop, organised by the Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP) in collaboration with Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), explored the role of small wind turbines (SWTs) in India's renewable energy transition.
Discussions covered technological advancements, policy frameworks, and on-ground challenges related to SWT adoption. Industry experts, manufacturers, and policymakers collaborated to identify solutions and strategies to promote SWTs as a key component of India’s clean energy future.
As Diwali nears, how can India harness tech for clean air?
Diwali season in India should be a time for joy and happiness.
Unfortunately, it is also "pollution season" due to a combination of unfavourable weather, stubble burning in some states, and bursting of firecrackers to celebrate Diwali - over and above the environmental consequences of rapid urbanisation in India.
The fight against air pollution is perennial but hardest at this time of the year, leading to novel attempts like smog towers and artificial rain.
The untapped potential of workplace charging
Most people in India travel less than 50 km daily on their two-wheelers. We conducted a market survey that revealed that most of the popular electric two-wheelers (E2Ws) sold today have a real-world range of at least 55 km. So why don’t we see more E2Ws on the road?
What India can learn from China's EV push
The world is witnessing electric vehicle (EV) revolution. Improved air quality (zero tailpipe emissions) is a key benefit of EVs. With over 22 million EVs, China is leading this revolution. Studies have shown that the scale of EV adoption in China has helped improve air quality in Wuhan, Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. Many Indian cities, including Delhi, have unhealthy air. As an evolving EV market, what could India learn from China?
GIS Intern
We are seeking a highly motivated GIS intern to join the hydrogen group at CSTEP. The candidate should have a solid foundation in
geographic information system (GIS), with practical experience in various GIS software and tools. The intern will collaborate closely with the hydrogen team to provide spatio-temporal analysis, data visualisation, and decision- making support using GIS technologies.
Responsibilities
Mapping the resilience of renewable energy systems and assets in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan to extreme weather events
Climate hazards such as droughts, flood, and cyclones are becoming more severe and frequent, posing a threat to the resilience of renewable energy. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), India, in collaboration with the Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP), conducted a study across four states in India (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan) with a high percentage of wind and solar energy infrastructure. The study employed the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Assessment Report 5 (AR5) risk assessment framework.