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• Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) has launched the 'EV as a Service' programme to increase e-mobility in government offices by deploying 5,000 electric vehicles (E-Cars) in government departments over the next two years. 
• It aims to promote the use of electric vehicles in Central and State Government ministries/departments, Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), and other government institutions.
• It utilizes a flexible procurement model to allow government offices to select E-Cars that best meet their operational requirements.

Significance

• The program supports the government's environmental sustainability goals by encouraging the use of electric vehicles (EVs), which reduce carbon emissions and reliance on fossil fuels.
• It supports India's goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2070.

PRACTICE QUESTION

Q.Consider the following statements about the 'EV as a Service' Program:

1. It is launched by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE).

2. It supports India's goal of reaching net zero emissions by 2070.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A) 1 only

B) 2 only

C) Both 1 and 2

D) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect:

The Union Minister of Power has launched the 'EV as a Service' programme of Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL), a subsidiary of Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL). 

Statement 2 is correct:

 The 'EV as a Service' programme addresses the growing demand for EVs in the government sector, with an ambitious goal of deploying 5,000 E-Cars over the next two years. It promotes the government's environmental sustainability vision, and also aligns with India's ambitious goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2070.