Projects
Technologies and Policies for Control of Methane Emissions from Animal Wastes
December 1, 2007 to October 31, 2009
| Completed Project
The primary objective of the project is to identify the areas of intervention for methane recovery and facilitate collaboration and cooperation between bilateral, multilateral and private sector companies involved in manufacturing of systems and equipments, local and international financial and research institutions which would lead to development of implementable methane recovery projects.
Demonstration of Biomass based dryer for Agarbathi (incense) sticks
December 1, 2007 to August 30, 2008
| Completed Project
Cycle brand agarbathi is a premium brand with 15% of market share in Indian agarbathi industry, is a product of N Rangarao and Sons (NRS). They have manufacturing centres in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh and out side India as well. They produce agarbathi & mix perfumes in there own unit.
Bioremediation of sludge pits for disposal of sludge at various sites in Lakwa ETP-II, ONGC, Assam Asset
November 21, 2007 to February 28, 2012
| Completed Project
This project involves bioremediation of sludge pits for disposal of sludge at various sites in Lakwa ETP-II, ONGC, Assam Asset Treatment of 200 MT by using Oilzapper.
Adding value to coir pith waste by making into biomass pellets
November 20, 2007 to May 11, 2010
| Completed Project
Coir pith is the waste material obtained after using the coir from the coconut shells. This raw material has a lot of moisture, which needs to be removed for pelletizing and adding value to coir pith waste for use in gasifiers and stoves.
A sustainable development framework for the minerals sector of Gujarat - Phase I
November 15, 2007 to October 30, 2009
| Completed Project
The main objectives of this phase are as follows. o o To develop a background paper that will help create an in-depth understanding of the minerals sector in Gujarat. This paper will cover the spatial distribution of mineral production (both large and small mines) in the state and also mineral-based industries.
Investigation, Design, and specification for setting up of Bio-methanation project i.e. suitable waste management system for organic fraction of domestic waste generated
November 12, 2007 to August 31, 2008
| Completed Project
Investigation, Design, and specification for setting up of Bio-methanation project i.e. suitable waste management system for organic fraction of domestic waste generated
Feasibility study on jatropha plantation and bio-diesel production for NWCF
November 6, 2007 to December 31, 2008
| Completed Project
This study will cover the following the aspects. (1) Climatic requirements for growing Jatropha. (2) Considerations for site selection and jatropha cultivation. (3) Analysis of existing government policies. (4) Review of suitable models for undertaking plantation and production of biodiesel. (5) Selection of plausible technology for oil extraction and trans-esterification.
Adapting Livelihoods and Landscape approach in Shiwalik hill ranges in Haryana, India with a focus on Joint Forest Management Programme
November 1, 2007 to October 21, 2011
| Completed Project
The Livelihoods and Landscapes Strategy (LLS) is a global programme of the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) being implemented in 31 landscapes in 23 countries. The aim of LLS is to catalyse the sustainable use and conservation of forest biodiversity and ecosystem services for the benefit of the rural poor.
In situ bioremediation of sludge pits at OIL Duliajan
November 1, 2007 to July 31, 2009
| Completed Project
Oil India Ltd, Duliajan, (OIL) unavoidably generates enormous quantity of tank bottom oily sludge as well as oil/oily effluent soaked soil waste during drilling operations which constitutes a major challenge for hazardous waste management as well as environment management. Another problem lies while drilling operation.
Transfer of Bollcure: a new botanical bio-pesticide for cotton bollworm technology, developed at TERI and transferred to Sri Biotech Laboratories Pvt. Ltd, Hyderabad
November 1, 2007 to March 31, 2009
| Completed Project
TERI with the support of the Department of Biotechnology has developed a bio-pesticide from the extracts of eucalyptus leaves. The technology has been tested in the field and is the outcome of 10 years of hard work of the dedicated team working at TERI. The first technology transfer took place on 2 November 2007 in the presence of Dr M K Bhan, Secretary, Department of Biotechnology.