Epsilon Partners With Motovolt To Support Sustainable Mobility For Its Employees

Mumbai/Kolkata, June 21, 2024: Carbon-based products and advanced battery materials manufacturer Epsilon Group has partnered with e-mobility brand Motovolt Mobility to offer sustainable mobility solutions to Epsilon's employees in Vijayanagar in Karnataka. The initiative aims at fostering a sustainable mobility ecosystem for local commute for its employees to reduce the emissions through conventional mode of transport.

Electric bikes from Motovolt will be available at subsidized price to serve Epsilon's over 600 employees and their families, spanning from senior leadership to workforce in Epsilon's township located in Vijayanagar.

With this partnership, Epsilon Group aims to offset approximately 945 metric tons of carbon emissions over the next five years for supporting greener environment and enhancing the livelihood of entire community.

Pratish Koparkar, CHRO of Epsilon Group, said, "Our association with Motovolt Mobility marks a significant move towards ensuring sustainable mobility for our employees. Sustainability is one of the key priorities at Epsilon Group and we are committed to support Government of India’s mission to achieve Net Zero emission by 2070 with initiatives like these & many more. As leaders in the chemical industry, we underscore the importance of low-carbon ecosystem, and this partnership further exemplifies not only our proactive approach to sustainability but also demonstrates our dedication to responsible business practices.”

Motovolt & Epsilon is offering incentivized plans to encourage its employees to purchase e-bikes to travel to work and for other local commute, reducing overall fuel consumption.

Siddhartha Mookherji, Head of Growth & Strategy, Motovolt Mobility, said, “Motovolt Mobility is delighted to partner with Epsilon Group, a leader in sustainable practices, to provide electric mobility solutions aimed at enhancing the lives of their workforce. This collaboration underscores our shared commitment to advancing sustainable transportation and driving positive environmental impact in India's evolving EV market."

Epsilon Carbon has achieved Silver Rating from EcoVadis in 2023 which acknowledges its commitment to sustainability, placing it among the top 25% of all EcoVadis rated companies and the top 5% within the non-metallic minerals industry.

Motovolt is committed to creating smart e-mobility solutions that positively impact communities and contribute to a sustainable future, the company said.