Islamabad, Oct 9: Electric Buses in Islamabad City Plans Complete Shift to Green Transport by 2025
On Tuesday, Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) deliberated on extensive strategies to transition commercial vehicles to electric energy.
During a session, Randhawa highlighted the significance of this shift, asserting that the project signifies a crucial move toward establishing a more sustainable and efficient public transport system in Islamabad.
The switch from conventional buses to electric buses is anticipated to revamp the city’s transportation framework while significantly decreasing its carbon emissions.
The chairman urged for an examination of the possibility of providing soft loans to commercial transport operators to facilitate the entire transition to electric vehicles. Furthermore, specific incentives should be implemented to promote a quicker transition to electric mobility.
He emphasized the necessity of collaborating with International Financial Institutions (IFIs) to obtain financial support for the electric vehicle initiative. The primary focus of the program should be on acquiring carbon credits and assessing environmental effects.
The Ministry of Climate Change will also be involved to ensure that the initiative aligns with the nation’s overarching climate objectives.
During the discussion, the necessity for enhancing charging infrastructure was underscored, as it is crucial for the success of this initiative.
It was also resolved that the CDA will address the issue of converting buses to electric ones with all entities and organizations, including schools, colleges, and universities in Islamabad.
Charging Stations to Be Established at Petrol Pumps
In this context, the chairman directed the introduction of new regulations to support the creation of electric vehicle charging stations at petrol pumps throughout the city.
Additionally, charging stations will also be placed near the digital parking facilities recently inaugurated by the CDA.
