Several sustainability initiatives taken up, says SWR GM
South Western Railway General Manager P. Ananth announced several new sustainability initiatives, including solar installations and freight optimization to reduce emissions. The railway zone also conducted a plantation drive to mark World Environment Day.
Why it matters
The initiative reflects the growing focus on corporate environmental responsibility within large-scale public infrastructure sectors in India.
General Manager of South Western Railway P. Ananth has said that the railway zone had taken up several sustainability initiatives including green infrastructure, full electrification, solar installations and freight optimisation by shifting bulk commodities from road to rail to reduce emissions.
The article reports on corporate/government sustainability goals using official statements.
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