Archive · 17 Jun 2025
India's Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban Embraces EVs for Waste Management
The Indian government is using electric vehicles (EVs) to collect trash in cities as part of a cleaner environment initiative.
These electric trucks and autos are replacing old, polluting diesel vehicles.
Cities like Guntur and Chennai are using electric vehicles, which helps to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
Indore is saving money by switching to electric vehicles and using solar power to charge them.
This helps make cities cleaner and more sustainable.
Electric vehicles (EVs) are being integrated into household waste collection under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban.
EVs are replacing traditional diesel-powered garbage trucks, reducing emissions and aligning with the mission's goals.
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, deployed over 200 electric autos for waste collection, backed by UNIDO and GEF.
Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) utilizes E-rickshaws, reducing carbon emissions by 41 tonnes daily.
Indore Municipal Corporation introduced 100 e-vehicles, saving around Rs 5.97 crore annually and utilizing solar charging.
- Who
- Government, city corporations, and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
- What
- Integration of electric vehicles into household waste collection
- When
- Not explicitly stated, but ongoing under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban
- Where
- Cities across India, including Guntur, Chennai, and Indore
- Why
- To reduce pollution, enhance air quality, and align with the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban's goals
Environmental Advocates
Government and Corporations
Environmental Benefits
Environmental Advocates
Emphasizes the need to adopt clean energy technologies to mitigate pollution and promote sustainable waste management practices.
Government and Corporations
Highlights the economic benefits of such initiatives and the efficiency gains through real-time monitoring.
- Mission
- Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban
- Vehicles Used
- Electric autos, E-rickshaws, and e-vehicles
- Guntur EVs
- Over 200 electric autos
- Chennai Emissions Reduction
- 41 tonnes of carbon emissions daily
- Indore Savings
- Around Rs 5.97 crore annually
- Indore Charging Stations
- 20 solar charging stations