Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Mumbai Port Authority (MbPA) and the Mumbai Port Sustainability Foundation (MPSF) to create a state-of-the-art green fuel ecosystem at Mumbai Port.
This MoU represents a crucial advancement in India’s shift toward cleaner energy alternatives. With a focus on innovations in green fuel, the initiative seeks to significantly cut greenhouse gas emissions, thereby supporting the nation’s climate objectives. BPCL, MbPA, and MPSF are dedicated to pioneering sustainable practices that align with India’s commitment to environmental stewardship.
The agreement was signed in the presence of G Krishnakumar, chairman and managing director of BPCL; Rahul Tandon, business head (I&C) of BPCL; and Rajiv Jalota, chairperson of the Mumbai Port Authority. The MoU was formalised during the inauguration of the Cruise Bharat Mission, led by Sarbananda Sonowal, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways.
As part of this initiative, BPCL and MbPA will work together to establish electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at Mumbai Port. Additionally, the MoU includes plans to explore the conversion of diesel-powered vessels to cleaner fuel alternatives, further enhancing the port’s green infrastructure and minimising its carbon footprint.
The agreement also addresses waste management, with BPCL and MPSF collaborating on systems for the segregation, storage, and handling of both recyclable and non-recyclable solid waste at Mumbai Port. This initiative fosters socially responsible practices, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable operational environment.
