Completed Projects

GHG and Carbon in Tidal Marsh

November 25, 2025 to

March 25, 2026

| Sustainable Habitat

| Environment

| Climate Change

GHG and Carbon in Tidal Marshes: A Blue Carbon Initiative in Chennai

As a key component of the TN-SHORE flagship program, this project—funded by the Department of Environment and Climate Change, Government of Tamil Nadu—focuses on short-term feasibility and baseline scientific assessments. By utilizing established methodologies alongside emerging cost-effective, scalable, and accurate technologies, the initiative seeks to provide a rigorous data foundation for coastal conservation.

USED BEVERAGE CARTONS MANAGEMENT STUDY 2025

March 18, 2025 to

February 28, 2026

| Resources & Sustainable Development

| Waste

| Environment

Assessing the Recycling Landscape of Used Beverage Cartons (UBCs) in India

Used Beverage Cartons (UBCs) represent a vital sustainable packaging solution, playing a key role in food preservation and the advancement of circular economy goals. Composed primarily of paperboard, polymers, and aluminum, UBCs are fully recyclable and are increasingly recovered through both formal and informal waste management systems across India.

Targeted Studies for Musi River Front Development in Hyderabad

December 1, 2023 to

December 1, 2025

| Climate Change

| Transport

| Cities

| Water

The Musi River, the primary tributary of the Krishna River, originates in the Anantagiri Hills and flows into the Osmansagar and Himayatsagar reservoirs. Along its course, the river is joined by two rivulets, Esi (8 km) and Musa (13 km), which have historically served as vital water sources for Hyderabad for over a century.

Exploring Algal-based bioethanol pathways under Gujarat Biotech Mission

October 17, 2022 to

October 17, 2025

| Microbes

Assessing 3G Bioethanol Potential: Scalable Algal Bioenergy Systems

Under the Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission (GSBTM), TERI’s Microbial Biofuels and Biochemicals (MBB) area, within the Advanced Biofuels Division, conducted applied research to evaluate microalgae as a potent third-generation (3G) biofuel feedstock. Led by Dr Sanjukta Subudhi (PI) in collaboration with Dr Sudha Sahay (Loyola Centre for Research & Development), the project focused on developing scalable algal systems aligned with India’s clean energy mandate.

Bio-Diversity Assessment NTPC KhSTPS

February 26, 2024 to

August 25, 2025

| Environment

Biodiversity Assessment and Conservation Strategy: NTPC Kahalgaon, Bihar

The Biodiversity Assessment at the NTPC Kahalgaon Super Thermal Power Station in Bihar was undertaken to evaluate the ecological richness and habitat diversity within the project premises and its surrounding areas. This study serves as a foundational document for understanding how industrial landscapes can coexist with and support thriving local ecosystems.

Evaluating Carbon Stock and Biodiversity Dynamics in Chemfab Alkalis Limited’s Plantations: A Comparative Study Across 2014, 2020 and 2025

March 13, 2025 to

July 13, 2025

| Land

| Forest & Biodiversity

| Sustainable Habitat

| Climate Change

In order to lower its overall carbon emissions, Chemfab Alkalis Limited (CCAL), Puducherry, in collaboration with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), New Delhi, and the Western Regional Centre (WRC), Mumbai, conducted carbon footprint assessments in 2014, 2020, and recently in 2025. The purpose of the project was to evaluate the carbon sequestration potential and biodiversity contributions of the plantation areas developed and maintained by CCAL at its Puducherry facility.

Riverine Plastic Pollution Data Collection & Cleanup Mapping – 30 City Study – Phase 1

July 7, 2025 to

July 7, 2025

| Cities

| Water

| Waste

| Sustainable Habitat

TERI Mumbai has been engaged by The Ocean Cleanup Interception B.V. (Netherlands) to support Phase 1 of a landmark 30-city global study on riverine plastic pollution. With major urban centres spanning South-eastern Asia, South America, Central America, the Caribbean, and North America, the study aims to generate a globally comparable evidence base on riverine plastic pollution and the effectiveness of existing cleanup interventions.