Science TechnologyMonday, 20 April 2026·The Hindu
BWSSB becomes India’s first water utility with ISO 50001:2018 energy management certification
BWSSB received India’s first ISO 50001:2018 certification for energy management systems on 14 April 2026.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 14 April 2026, the Bangalore Water Supply & Sewage Board (BWSSB) became India’s first water utility to receive ISO 50001:2018 certification for its energy management systems.
Key specifics
- Certification standard: ISO 50001:2018.
- Certifying agency: Bureau Veritas.
- Key sites covered: TK Halli, Harohalli and Tataguni pumping stations.
- BWSSB was established in 1964 under the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Act.
- BWSSB operates under the Urban Development Department of Karnataka and serves Bengaluru.
Exam lens
Science and technology plus governance MCQ, ISO standard, certification agency, utility board, Bengaluru infrastructure; TNPSC may ask which board became the first in India to get ISO 50001:2018.