APM Terminals Mumbai now runs on 80 percent renewable energy, thanks to a new 10.65 MW solar plant.
APM Terminals Mumbai, also known as Gateway Terminals India, has transitioned to 80 percent renewable electricity with the commissioning of a 10.65 MW captive solar power plant. This achievement comes through a power purchase agreement with O2 Power. The newly established solar plant will supply sufficient electricity to operate key terminal equipment, including quay cranes and reefers, significantly advancing the terminal’s shift to renewable energy, according to an official release.
The move is projected to reduce APM Terminals Mumbai’s CO2 equivalent emissions by over 15,000 tonnes annually, translating to a 41 percent reduction in carbon emissions. Additionally, Gateway Terminals India plans to sign a memorandum of understanding with Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) to develop shore power for vessels. The terminal will also pilot an electric internal transfer vehicle to support JNPA’s zero-emission trucking vision.
Unmesh Sharad Wagh, Chairman of JNPA, hailed the initiative as a transformative step, aligning with the authority’s goal of greening all terminals within two years. Sunay Mukerjee, COO of APM Terminals Mumbai, emphasised the company’s commitment to integrating global decarbonization goals with India’s Harit Sagar guidelines.
