As a developing economy, India has numerous developmental aspirations. How India meets these goals without worsening the climate crisis is at the heart of CSTEP's work. Addressing climate change and enabling a secure and sustainable future for Indian citizens require an overhaul of previous paradigms on development and resource utilisation. This is reflected in our work on developing low-carbon trajectories for development with an emphasis on nature-based solutions.
We are working with state governments across India to build capacity on risk and vulnerability assessments to inform their respective action plans on climate change. The transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy is crucial to achieving a secure and sustainable future. CSTEP's studies explore the possibility of a greater integration of renewables in the energy sector.
Infrastructure Integration of BMTC and BMRCL
CSTEP provides recommendations of seamless integration between public transport systems (BMTC and BMRCL) in Bengaluru. The project was part of a series of studies done for the Government of Karnataka.
Exploring the Potential of BMTC Land Resources
CSTEP explored the potential of BMTC land resources as part of its Government of Karnataka studies.
Improvement and Extension of Chartered Services
CSTEP evaluated the scope for improvement and extension of BMTC's chartered services as part of its Government of Karnataka studies.
Impact of Cab Aggregators on Vayu Vajra Service
CSTEP evaluated the impact of cab aggregators on Vayu Vajra Service as part of its Government of Karnataka studies.
Route Integration of BMTC and BMRCL
CSTEP provides recommendations of seamless integration between public transport systems (BMTC and BMRCL) in Bengaluru. The project was part of a series of studies done for the Government of Karnataka.
Feasibility of New Routes for High-End AC Buses
CSTEP evaluated the feasibility of New Routes for High-End AC Buses as part of its Government of Karnataka studies.
Impact of Metro on Bus Ridership
CSTEP evaluated the impact of metro on bus ridership as part of its Government of Karnataka studies.
Evaluation of BMTC Initiatives on Modal Share
CSTEP evaluated the impact of Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation's (BMTC) initiatives on the modal share of public transport, in a study for the Government of Karnataka. The aim of the study was to assess measures that could increase the modal share of public buses in Bengaluru. The study also suggested strategies for revenue generation from chartered/dedicated bus services and land monetisation.
Integration of BMRCL and BMTC
CSTEP conducted a study for the Government of Karnataka with the broad goal of exploring the potential of integrating the operations of Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) and Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL).
Sustainable Urban Planning Strategies for Cities in Karnataka
Sustainable Urban Planning Strategies for Cities in Karnataka
CSTEP undertook several studies towards enabling sustainable urban planning strategies for Karnataka.
Volume I: A Proof-of-Concept Urban Observatory Platform for Karnataka