Archive · 19 May 2025
Thiruvananthapuram Corporation Seeks Green Initiatives Subsidies
The city of Thiruvananthapuram is trying to become a place with zero pollution.
They want to help people use less electricity and cleaner transportation.
The city plans to offer money to help people install solar panels on their roofs, especially those with lower incomes.
They also want to provide electric vehicles, like e-rickshaws, to workers.
The goal is to cut down on pollution from cars and other sources.
They are working with energy companies and the government to make this happen and will create a detailed plan soon.
This plan is part of a larger effort to improve the city and create more green jobs.
Thiruvananthapuram corporation proposes subsidies for EVs and solar rooftop installations.
The plan aims to transition the city to zero-carbon emissions.
Subsidies will target e-autorickshaws, delivery vehicles, and residential solar installations.
A detailed project report (DPR) is expected within two months.
The initiative aligns with state and national climate action goals, and the city has an AQI of 66.
- Who
- Thiruvananthapuram corporation
- What
- Corporation proposes subsidies for EVs and solar rooftops to achieve zero-carbon emissions.
- When
- Proposal submitted recently, with a DPR expected within two months
- Where
- Thiruvananthapuram
- Why
- To transition Thiruvananthapuram into a zero-emission city, improve energy access, reduce emissions, and align with state and national climate goals.
- Goal
- Zero-emission city
- Location
- Thiruvananthapuram
- Key Proposals
- Subsidies for EVs and solar rooftop installations
- Targeted EVs
- E-autorickshaws and delivery vehicles
- DPR timeline
- 2 months
- City's AQI
- AQI of 66