Greening India’s Energy Sector Through Green Public Procurement (GPP)
This project explores the Green Public Procurement (GPP) process, focusing on operational tools that integrate environmental considerations into procurement decisions. It provides a comprehensive analysis of GPP interventions across key stages of the energy procurement cycle-generation, transmission, and distribution-to promote sustainability in India’s energy sector.
The study highlights three critical sub-sectors that align with national policies on energy efficiency and renewable transition:
- BEE’s Star Labelling Program: Enhancing energy savings and production efficiency
- Heavy Machinery: Encouraging sustainable manufacturing and procurement
- Renewable Energy: Focusing on rooftop solar electricity distribution in residential areas
By embedding sustainability into the energy supply chain, these interventions demonstrate significant potential to drive sustainable consumption and production systems.
Objectives of the Study
The project aims to provide strategic insights into GPP in India's energy sector to support policy development. Key objectives include:
- Assessing challenges and opportunities through stakeholder interactions
- Conducting an empirical cost-benefit analysis of GPP adoption in residential rooftop solar PV procurement
- Developing actionable recommendations for advancing green procurement in the energy sector
Through these evaluations, the study contributes to the integration of sustainable procurement practices, fostering an environmentally resilient and energy-efficient future for India.