Indian Railways, a key player in the transportation sector, has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability by renewing its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). The collaboration aims to reduce energy and water consumption, ultimately lowering greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This marks the third consecutive term of partnership between Indian Railways and CII.
Indian Railways, recognizing its role as a major stakeholder in the transportation sector, has signed a renewed MoU with CII to actively contribute to environmental protection. The railway network has set an ambitious target of achieving “Net Zero Carbon Emission” by 2030, reinforcing its dedication to sustainable practices.
The collaboration between Indian Railways and CII began in July 2016, with the signing of the first MoU for a period of three years. Following its successful implementation, a second MoU was signed in 2019, leading to significant progress in various green initiatives.
The previous MoUs have yielded remarkable results in achieving energy efficiency and environmental sustainability:
Ms. Seema Arora, Deputy Director General of CII, praised Indian Railways’ efforts in implementing green measures and reducing energy and water consumption. She stressed the strategic shift towards the Net Zero framework, aligning with global sustainability goals. The partnership aims to create a greener, cleaner, and more sustainable future for generations to come.
Under the renewed MoU, CII will collaborate on introducing new and relevant technologies, assisting in achieving ISO 50001 certification for workshops/production units, developing a Net-Zero Energy Railway station framework, and creating an information dashboard to showcase advancements in green initiatives throughout the year.
1. What is the primary goal of the renewed MoU between Indian Railways and CII?
A) Increase passenger capacity
B) Reduce energy and water consumption
C) Enhance train speed
2. How many consecutive terms have Indian Railways and CII renewed their MoU?
A) One
B) Two
C) Three
3. What is the targeted year for Indian Railways to achieve “Net Zero Carbon Emission”?
A) 2025
B) 2030
C) 2040
4. Which organization actively partnered with Indian Railways since July 2016 for green initiatives?
A) United Nations
B) Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
C) World Health Organization
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