NCRTC Goes Green: Eco-friendly Initiatives at New Ashok Nagar Station

The NCRTC is installing 900 solar panels and a rainwater harvesting system at New Ashok Nagar Namo Bharat station, generating over 6.5 lakh units of electricity annually. These efforts are part of a larger initiative to promote green and sustainable development across the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor, reducing CO2 emissions by 11,500 tonnes annually.

The NCRTC will install 900 solar panels and build a rainwater harvesting system at the New Ashok Nagar Namo Bharat station, a statement said Wednesday. These measures aim to make the station environmentally friendly, generating over 6.5 lakh units of electricity annually.

The station's roof structure is still under construction; once completed, the solar panels will power the station's lighting and electrical systems. The NCRTC's solar policy aims to increase renewable energy use, targeting over 11 MW of solar power across the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor, reducing CO2 emissions by 11,500 tonnes annually.

Solar plants are already operational at several stations, generating over three MW of electricity and making them carbon negative. Additionally, rainwater harvesting pits are being constructed at New Ashok Nagar, with three out of five already completed. The NCRTC is committed to achieving the highest IGBC certification rating for New Ashok Nagar station by promoting green development and enhancing passenger experience.

(With inputs from agencies.)