Tech Conclave 2.0: Launching the Future of Energy-Efficient Building

Jointly organised by:

Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, and Asian and Pacific Centre for Transfer of Technology (APCTT), United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP)

Event Overview

The Technology and Innovation Conclave 2.0 brought together senior policymakers, scientists, international organisations, and technology leaders to deliberate on the role of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies in enabling climate action and resilience. A key highlight of the Conclave was the high‑level inaugural session, during which TERI’s report and knowledge web portal on energy‑efficient buildings were formally launched.

The launch underscored the importance of technology‑enabled knowledge platforms in accelerating the adoption of sustainable solutions within India’s rapidly expanding building and urban sector.

Highlight: TERI Report and Web Portal Launch

As part of the inaugural session, the report and accompanying web portal developed by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) were launched by the Chief Guest and senior dignitaries.

Chief Guest:

Dr Jitendra Singh, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, Government of India

Distinguished Dignitaries Present:

• Dr N Kalaiselvi, Secretary, DSIR, Government of India & Director General, CSIR
• Mr Stefan Priesner, UN Resident Coordinator in India
• Dr Preeti Soni, Head, APCTT, UN ESCAP
• Dr M Ravichandran, Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)
• Dr Vipin Chandra Shukla, Scientist‑G, DSIR
  • Climate‑specific case studies from across India
  • Insights from leading research institutions
  • National and international research literature
  • Policy and regulatory frameworks relevant to the building sector
• An inventory of advanced building materials and design strategies
• Climate‑specific case studies across Indian sub‑climates
• Access to research publications, institutions, and government initiatives
• A technology‑ready foundation that can be further strengthened through AI‑enabled analytics and decision‑support tools