APM Terminals Mumbai (GTI) has made a significant leap towards sustainability by switching to 80% renewable electricity with the commissioning of a 10.65 MW captive solar power plant through a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) model with O2 Power. This transition marks a major milestone in GTI’s journey to becoming a renewable-energy powered container terminal. The captive solar plant will generate over 21 GWh of electricity annually, sufficient to power the terminal’s quay cranes and reefers, thus reducing the reliance on high-emission coal-fired electricity which accounted for 80% of India’s power generation in January 2024. This initiative is expected to cut GTI’s CO2 equivalent emissions by over 15,000 tonnes annually, achieving a 41% reduction in carbon emissions. Additionally, GTI plans to sign an MoU with the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authorities (JNPA) to develop Shore Power for vessels and pilot an electric internal transfer vehicle, aligning with JNPA’s vision of zero-emission trucking.

Unmesh Sharad Wagh, Chairman of JNPA, emphasized that the implementation of solar power at Gateway Terminals India is a transformative step towards reducing pollution and achieving sustainable logistics and operational excellence. Sunay Mukerjee, COO of APM Terminals Mumbai, highlighted the integration of global decarbonisation ambitions with India’s Harit Sagar guidelines and JNPA’s targets. Previously, in 2016, APM Terminals Mumbai had piloted solar panels on various terminal structures, showcasing a long-standing commitment to renewable energy. This latest move aligns GTI with APM Terminals’ global commitment to net zero emissions by 2040 and a 65% reduction in scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030. The partnership with O2 Power, a leading renewable energy company, is set to enhance sustainability initiatives, fostering long-term economic and environmental resilience for both organizations and society.