The Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC) has announced that it aims to induct 1,745 BS-6 diesel buses to replace old polluting buses that will help it save close 11 million tonne of carbon emissions.
The state corporation claims it operates a fleet of over 636 buses and it is further procuring green buses to expand its fleet. At present, more than 10 million passengers are using the OSRTC service annually and it is anticipated that after augmenting the additional fleets, more than 1.64 billion passengers annually.
“OSRTC is committed to the environment through its strategic development and transformation initiatives, overseen by Palladium India as a Project Management Consultant. We have embarked on a journey to not just reduce carbon footprints but to redefine the standards of excellence in the transport industry,” said OSRTC Chairman & MD.
OSRTC has adopted cleaner fuel technologies by shifting from conventional fossil fuels to cleaner alternatives, such as increasing the use of Ad Blue. Around 38% of its ongoing fleet is being upgraded with technology to reduce carbon emissions.
OSRTC says it has also launched many training and capacity building initiatives to encourage its drivers to adopt eco-driving practices, such as maintaining steady speeds, reducing unnecessary idling, and implementing efficient driving techniques. Also, a major focus is being put on the maintenance tracker and daily checklist to effectively oversee and handle the maintenance of its fleet. The state transport also has its own Integrated Transport Management System (ITMS) that helps optimize route planning, reduce congestion, and improve fuel efficiency.
Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC) to induct 1,745 diesel buses
The Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC) has announced that it aims to induct 1,745 BS-6 diesel buses to replace old polluting buses that will help it save close 11 million tonne of carbon emissions.
The state corporation claims it operates a fleet of over 636 buses and it is further procuring green buses to expand its fleet. At present, more than 10 million passengers are using the OSRTC service annually and it is anticipated that after augmenting the additional fleets, more than 1.64 billion passengers annually.
“OSRTC is committed to the environment through its strategic development and transformation initiatives, overseen by Palladium India as a Project Management Consultant. We have embarked on a journey to not just reduce carbon footprints but to redefine the standards of excellence in the transport industry,” said OSRTC Chairman & MD.
OSRTC has adopted cleaner fuel technologies by shifting from conventional fossil fuels to cleaner alternatives, such as increasing the use of Ad Blue. Around 38% of its ongoing fleet is being upgraded with technology to reduce carbon emissions.
OSRTC says it has also launched many training and capacity building initiatives to encourage its drivers to adopt eco-driving practices, such as maintaining steady speeds, reducing unnecessary idling, and implementing efficient driving techniques. Also, a major focus is being put on the maintenance tracker and daily checklist to effectively oversee and handle the maintenance of its fleet. The state transport also has its own Integrated Transport Management System (ITMS) that helps optimize route planning, reduce congestion, and improve fuel efficiency.
