Metro tickets to display commuter’s contribution to reducing CO2 emissions

NEW DELHI: The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has unveiled an initiative called ‘CarbonLite Metro Travel’ to let passengers know about their contribution towards reducing carbon emissions by choosing to travel by metro trains.

The DMRC said in a statement that now the metro travelers will be able to know on the go about the average amount of carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions they are reducing by using the metro. This initiative was supported by comprehensive research conducted by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), Delhi, which underscored that each kilometer traveled by metro train instead of road vehicles “results in a noteworthy reduction of 32.38 grams of CO₂ emissions.” 

“In line with India’s aim of achieving net zero emissions by 2070, the initiative intends to highlight the pivotal role each citizen plays in addressing the pressing issue of climate change through their transportation choices,” the DMRC said.

The officials further added that the statistics related to CO₂ emissions reduced due to metro travel will be “prominently displayed” on both paper and mobile QR code-based tickets ensuring widespread awareness of the positive impact of sustainable public transport.

“The corporation holds the distinction of being the world’s first rail-based organisation to accrue carbon credits for innovative initiatives like regenerative braking and modal shift strategies. Additionally, DMRC has achieved significant strides in harnessing solar energy, with an impressive total solar power generation capacity of approximately 50 MwP, further solidifying its position as a pioneer in the mass transit sector,” a DMRC official said.

The initiative is in line with the Government of India’s mission Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE) and will encourage passengers to choose an eco-friendly mode of transport over motorised vehicles, contributing to a cleaner and greener environment.

“This forward-thinking initiative by DMRC stands as a resounding call to action, urging citizens to make informed choices for sustainable public transportation and embrace the Delhi Metro as a means to actively combat climate change. By displaying emission savings directly on tickets, DMRC is empowering passengers to be conscious contributors to a cleaner, more environmentally-conscious future,” the officer mentioned.