East African Gazette
Kampala
Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago today launched the KCCA Electric Motorcycle Charging Station, at a function held at KCCA Rubaga Division offices
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Lord Mayor of Kampala Capital City Authority,, Erias Lukwago (second left) joined by partners to cut a tape during the launch of the electric motorcycle charging station.
In partnership with Zembo (U) Ltd, and funding from the European Union under the Program on Integrated Local Finances for Sustainable Urban Development (PIFUD), KCCA constructed the Pilot Electric Motorcycle Charging Station with 25 more set, as part of the Climate Change strategic actions aimed at contributing to the global agenda on sustainable Cities and Communities affordable and clean energy, as well as industry innovation and infrastructure.
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Some of the electric motorcycles parked at the charging station during the launch of the station in Lubaga division.
The Lord Mayor stated that the City’s air pollution level is worryingly high at 50.6ug/m3 particulate matter concentration, which exceeds the WHO recommended level of 15ug/m3, adding that every effort should be undertaken to address the situation including use of new technologies.
He welcomed the initiative and observed that for the Project being Piloted to succeed, the cost of electricity needs to come down and alternative sources including production from Garbage that KCCA is currently exploring, need to be supported by the government.
The function was attended by the Representatives of EU, PIFUD, Mayor of Rubaga, Councillors and KCCA Technical staff amongst others.