Project Uday – Leveraging Sunshine for Sustainability
Driven by a commitment to sustainability, the company has embarked on implementing solar energy solutions across locations. Roof top solar power plants have been commissioned at locations in Jharkhand and Goa,integrating energy‑efficient technologies to accelerate the shift towards sustainable production. The solar power initiative in Jharkhand helps mitigate ~1,500 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually; complementing this, the solar unit Goa generates over 1.5 MWp of RE each year, contributing to VISL efforts towards decarbonisation endeavours.
Furthermore, VISL’s River Fleet Shipping (RFS) Division has integrated solar power in marine logistics under Project Uday. The first such integration was successfully commissioned on barge MV Mogri, powering auxiliary loads such as accommodation, navigation lighting, and other auxiliary energy needs.
The system uses high‑efficiency 550 Wp Mono PERC (PE‑550HM) solar panels, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing reliance on conventional fuel. Each barge equipped with this setup is expected to cut ~6.53 tCO2e annually, equivalent to planting ~300 trees. When scaled across the fleet, the initiative has the potential to cumulatively reduce 149.85 tCO2e, directly supporting Scope 1 emission reduction targets. The initiative is also aligned with the Maritime Organization’s Decarbonization Strategy, the Energy Conservation Act, 2001, and MARPOL Annex VI standards.
Project Uday reflects a forward‑looking approach which leverages solar energy for setting benchmarks in running increasingly sustainable operations.