India's First Electric Truck Corridor Planned Along NH-66 in Keralam
Keralam is developing a 622 km electric truck corridor along NH-66 to support battery electric trucks, crucial for reducing emissions. This initiative is part of India's broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070, addressing the high carbon footprint of road freight transport.
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Keralam will create India's first electric truck corridor on NH-66, spanning 622 km from Kasaragod to Thiruvananthapuram. This corridor aims to facilitate battery electric trucks (BETs) as trucks contribute 44% of carbon emissions from road transport in India.
The project requires a comprehensive assessment of charger requirements, which has been lacking for freight routes. Additionally, maritime decarbonization efforts at Deendayal Port are underway, focusing on engaging EU shipping operators and exploring green ammonia pathways. Incentives for renewable marine fuels and streamlined customs processes are also proposed to enhance operational efficiency.
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