29-07-2025
Lokesh invites Carrier to partner with Andhra Pradesh in setting up cold chain logistics hubs and energy-efficient infrastructure
Andhra Pradesh Minister for Education, IT, and Electronics Nara Lokesh has invited Carrier to work with the Andhra Pradesh government in implementing advanced heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in smart city projects like Amaravati and Visakhapatnam. He emphasised that integrating Carrier's energy-efficient systems would reduce power consumption by up to 25%, aligning with the State's efforts to meet its 2050 Net Zero Emissions target.
He met executive drector of Carrier Corporation Arun Bhatia, in Singapore on Tuesday (July 29), to explore collaboration in sustainable infrastructure and cold chain logistics across the State.
The Minister further urged Carrier to contribute to upcoming commercial and residential developments in the State by providing low-Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants and environmentally responsible technologies that support green building certifications.
Highlighting the need for resilient supply chain infrastructure, Lokesh proposed that Carrier collaborate with the Andhra Pradesh government to establish Cold Chain Logistics Hubs in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities for agricultural produce, pharmaceuticals, and food preservation.
The Minister also briefed Mr. Bhatia on the policies, incentives, and infrastructure available for hyperscale data centre development in fast-growing tech hubs like Visakhapatnam, encouraging Carrier to explore opportunities in this domain.
In response, Mr. Bhatia noted that Carrier is among the top three HVAC players in India and expressed interest in Andhra Pradesh's proposals. He assured that the company would discuss the initiatives with its senior team and respond positively.
This meeting forms part of the broader vision of the Andhra Pradesh government to promote sustainable development, clean technology, and resilient infrastructure through global partnerships.
