Amazon India announced on Monday, October 28 that it has signed an initial agreement with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd to promote the development and use of Low Carbon Fuels (LCFs) for long-haul transportation in India.
Amazon set to test fuels in long-haul transport vehicles
According to Indian Retailing, as part of the partnership, HPCL and Amazon will test fuels in Amazon’s long-haul transport vehicles and look into setting up fueling hubs and mobile refuelling stations for easier access to low carbon fuels (LCFs), Amazon India stated.
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This partnership is a big step in cutting carbon emissions in transportation. It supports Amazon’s goal to reach net-zero carbon by 2040 and helps India aim for net-zero carbon by 2070, Amazon India said.
“Biofuels are key to India’s energy transition and are set to contribute to jobs and economic growth. Amazon’s collaboration with HPCL is a step toward empowering this transformational shift,” stated Abhinav Singh, vice president for operations at Amazon India.
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Further he added, “In line with The Climate Pledge’s global goal to reach net-zero carbon by 2040, accelerating fuel alternatives in our transportation network reinforces our commitment to India’s energy ambitions and is helping our mission to reduce emissions.” Amazon India stated that both companies will work with government bodies and industry think tanks to support policies that promote the use of low carbon fuels (LCFs) in India.
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Meanwhile, the collaboration will use agricultural and industrial waste to produce fuel in Visakhapatnam and Bahadurgarh. This initiative aims to create fueling hubs and mobile refuelling stations across India. Additionally, the companies will promote low-carbon fuels through policy advocacy and research.
“We are committed to developing and scaling sustainable fuel solutions that benefit our country, the industry, and the environment. This collaboration marks a pivotal step toward decarbonising long-haul transportation and aligns with our vision of supporting India’s long-term low-carbon development strategy,” HPCL said.
