Solar and EV adoption in Bengaluru’s apartment ecosystems is steadily rising, but remains constrained by policy gaps, low awareness, and the complexities of collective decision-making within resident welfare associations. Experts point out that while technology, subsidies, and regulatory frameworks are largely in place, the real bottlenecks lie in coordination, ownership of shared spaces, and scaling sustainable models beyond niche or affluent segments. As cities grapple with rising energy demand, urban congestion, and environmental stress, the transition to decentralised, clean energy solutions is emerging as both a necessity and a challenge—requiring not just infrastructure, but a shift in governance, design, and consumer behaviour.
My exclusive interview with Asit Singh, , Member Secretary, Southern Regional Power Committee, Ministry of Power, Government of India; Sh. Srinivasappa, Director (Technical), Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (GoK); Prof. Monto Mani, Centre for Sustainable Technology, IISc; Santhosh Kumar M., Consulting Faculty and Head of the Solar Department, Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Renewable Energy and Development.
Read my detailed interview reports- https://www.etvbharat.com/en/technology/apartments-at-a-crossroads-solar-evs-and-the-struggle-for-sustainable-urban-living-in-bengaluru-enn26042602731
