Metro India News | Hyderabad

The Nehru Zoological Park (NZP) has inked a Memorandum of Understanding with United Way of Hyderabad (UWH), solidifying their commitment to the long-term sustainability of eco-friendly measures.

 (UWH), in partnership with HSBC Global Service Centres, India, marked the completion of the first year of the Biodiversity Conservation and Energy Transition project. The project, which commenced in November 24 has driven significant advancements in renewable energy and clean mobility solutions within the zoo.

Over the past few months, the initiative has successfully introduced electric vehicles for staff and visitor transport, including 13 EV bikes with carriers for animal care staff, 6 EV bikes for other staff and 6 battery-operated buggies for visitors, and installed 80 solar streetlights at various locations in the park. These efforts have positioned Nehru Zoological Park as a model for sustainability and environmental stewardship in India.

Dr. Sunil Hiremath (IFS), Director NZP, explained how the program would enable the zoo to better leverage funds for infrastructure maintenance, research and outreach programs. A Memorandum of Understanding was exchanged between NZP and UWH, solidifying their commitment to the long-term sustainability of this program and the co-creation of other programs of mutual interest in the future.

The second year of the project will focus on further enhancing sustainability initiatives through the addition of further e-mobility solutions, including a wildlife ambulance and a rescue van, installation of solar fencing and a 60-kw solar power generation system, ensuring Nehru Zoological Park remains a benchmark for eco-friendly practices.