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The IIT-Kanpur Metro Station has received a Certificate of Merit at the National Energy Conservation Awards for its sustained efforts in reducing electricity consumption and improving energy efficiency. The recognition highlights Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation's initiatives that have led to a nearly 39% reduction in energy use across its metro operations, resulting in annual savings of around 7 million units of power and cost savings of about INR 5 crore. The award reinforces the metro's focus on efficient systems, renewable energy use and lower carbon emissions.
The IIT-Kanpur Metro Station has been awarded a Certificate of Merit under the National Energy Conservation Awards, recognising its performance in power conservation and efficient energy management. The award was presented at a national-level ceremony attended by the President of India and the Union minister for power and housing and urban affairs. Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) managing director Sushil Kumar received the honour on behalf of the organisation. Advertisement
The National Energy Conservation Awards are administered by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency under the Union ministry of power. In the metro station category, the IIT-Kanpur station was among a limited number of stations across the country selected for their measurable impact on reducing energy consumption and improving operational efficiency.
UPMRC stated that a combination of technical upgrades and operational controls has helped achieve a nearly 39% reduction in overall energy use since metro operations began. This translates into annual savings of approximately 7 million units of electricity, amounting to cost savings of around INR 5 crore. The reduction in power consumption has also resulted in a meaningful decline in carbon emissions from metro operations.
Several energy-efficient measures have been implemented at the IIT-Kanpur Metro Station. These include the use of regenerative braking systems in trains and lifts, which recover energy during operation, and the installation of variable voltage variable frequency drives across mechanical systems. LED lighting has been deployed throughout the station, supported by sensor-based and timer-controlled lighting to avoid unnecessary power use.
The station also uses energy-efficient heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems, with sensors regulating temperature and airflow based on occupancy. UPMRC has optimised chiller plant operations and fine-tuned equipment room temperatures to further improve efficiency without affecting passenger comfort or safety.
Beyond station-level measures, the metro corporation has been steadily expanding its use of renewable energy. Rooftop solar power systems with a combined capacity of about 4.41 MW have already been installed at various metro depots and stations. Additional solar capacity of around 5 MW is under implementation across metro projects in Agra, Kanpur and Lucknow, aimed at reducing dependence on grid power.
UPMRC's efforts in energy conservation are not new. In earlier years, the Lucknow Metro had also received national recognition under the same awards programme, reflecting a consistent approach to energy efficiency across the organisation's projects.
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