Sustainable mobility in India: advancing domestic production in the electric vehicle sector
Abstract The rapid growth of electric vehicle (EV) adoption globally underscores the need for sustainable and efficient supply chains, particularly in emerging economies like India. However, India’s EV industry faces critical challenges, including dependency on imported raw materials, limited domest...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Springer
2025-01-01
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| Series: | Discover Sustainability |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1007/s43621-025-00844-3 |
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| Summary: | Abstract The rapid growth of electric vehicle (EV) adoption globally underscores the need for sustainable and efficient supply chains, particularly in emerging economies like India. However, India’s EV industry faces critical challenges, including dependency on imported raw materials, limited domestic manufacturing, and inadequate charging infrastructure. This study addresses the gap in understanding how to optimize India’s EV supply chain to reduce import reliance and align with global best practices. The objective of the research is to develop actionable strategies for enhancing domestic EV production capabilities and sustainability. Using data from credible sources, including government and industry reports, statistical analysis was performed via ANOVA to compare India’s EV supply chain metrics with global leaders such as China and Norway. Advanced visualization techniques were also employed to analyze data interactions. The findings reveal that India’s domestic manufacturing meets only 20% of demand, while strategic investments in local mining and recycling could mitigate up to 40% of raw material needs by 2030. Furthermore, policy standardization and infrastructure development are critical for closing the gap with global benchmarks. These results highlight the importance of a cohesive national strategy to enhance India’s EV ecosystem. Future research should expand the comparative scope to other developing nations and explore innovative recycling technologies. |
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| ISSN: | 2662-9984 |