Projects

Completed Projects

Developing Management Plan for Establishment of Green Belt at Utkal Alumina International Limited (UAIL), HINDALCO, Odisha

December 18, 2024 to
March 19, 2025
| Land
| Forest & Biodiversity
| Waste
| Environment
| Climate Change

Sustainable Land Restoration and Greenbelt Development: Rayagada, Odisha

TERI recently conducted a comprehensive study to assess and develop a restoration plan for approximately 22 hectares of degraded land surrounding the Red Mud Pond (RMP) in Rayagada, Odisha. The project site is adjacent to an alumina refinery operated by Utkal Alumina International Limited (UAIL), a subsidiary of Hindalco Industries.

Integrated Development of Village for Social Development- Model Village

February 14, 2023 to
February 14, 2025
| Water
| Environment

The CSR project funded by The Security Printing & Minting Corporation of India Ltd. (SPMCIL) and implemented by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) was strategically formulated on the above-mentioned concept i.e. Integrated Rural Development for Environment Sustainability and Social Development. As part of our commitment to integrated development, TERI is developing a model village in Siroliya, Madhya Pradesh.

Sustainable Farming for Livelihood enhancement through affordable technologies for small land-holding farmers in hilly areas of Uttarakhand

February 14, 2023 to
February 14, 2025
| Sustainable Agriculture

The project, ‘Farming Sustainability for Livelihood Enhancement through Affordable Technologies for Small Land Holdings Farmers of Hilly Areas of Uttarakhand’ seeks to promote eco-friendly and sustainable agricultural techniques that mitigate environmental impact, ensuring the long-term health of the land and preserving biodiversity. Introducing modern techniques will empower farmers to optimize their resources, increase efficiency, and adapt to changing climatic conditions, bolstering resilience in uncertain times. The project is designed to foster community engagement and participation.

Marine Algal bioethanol research under DBT-RA individual fellowship

February 9, 2023 to
February 8, 2025
| Microbes

Advancing 3G Biofuels: Sustainable Bioethanol from Marine Algae

As part of the DBT-Research Associateship (DBT-RA) Programme, a two-year independent project was conducted at TERI under the guidance of Dr. Sanjukta Subudhi, Associate Director, Microbial Biofuels and Biochemicals (MBB) Area. This initiative marked TERI’s inaugural engagement under the DBT-RA programme.

Aligning agriculture and diet in the Himalayas through action research (AADHAR)

January 1, 2021 to
January 31, 2025
| Health & Nutrition

SAHeLEE, a project initiated by FOLU India, aims to improve the consumption of safe and nutritious food from locally grown grains, seeds, nuts, and fruits in Mukteshwar, a village located in the state of Uttarakhand, India. ‘Sahelee’ means ‘friend’ in the Hindi language and, instinctively, one of our first steps was to connect and form relationships with the local community to better understand their nutrition-based habits and challenges.

Comprehensive Assessment of Job Impacts and Skill Gaps of Transitioning from ICE to Electric Trucks

July 1, 2023 to
December 31, 2024
| Energy
| Transport

Globally, road vehicles contribute 20% of CO2 emissions, yet trucks, which account for less than 1% of total road vehicles, contribute around 35% of those emissions. India's automotive sector plays a significant role in the country's economy, contributing 7.1% to GDP and providing direct and indirect jobs to approximately 1.9 crore people. With rising demand for mining, construction, infrastructure, and freight transportation, heavy-duty truck production is expected to increase significantly in India.

Assessment of Community Benefits from E-Bus Operations

March 1, 2024 to
December 31, 2024
| Energy
| Transport

As India continues its transition toward cleaner and more sustainable transportation systems, electric mobility has emerged as a critical pathway for reducing emissions, improving urban air quality, and enhancing the quality, reliability, and accessibility of public transport. The growing emphasis on low-carbon mobility and the electrification of public transport fleets reflects national priorities related to climate mitigation, energy efficiency, and inclusive urban development.

Spatiotemporal variations of atmospheric black carbon concentrations in Kolkata and Howrah Municipal corporation areas

May 10, 2023 to
November 30, 2024
| Air

The West Bengal Pollution Control Board (WBPCB) invited The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), New Delhi, to submit a proposal to analyze the spatiotemporal variations in atmospheric BC in Kolkata and Howrah cities. Accordingly, TERI submitted a technical and financial proposalto WBPCB to prepare an annual spatiotemporal variation of atmospheric BC concentration over Kolkata and Howrah in March 2023. Following the review of the proposal by experts, WBPCB awarded the project to TERI on 10th May 2023 (Memo No. 1139/1K-1/2021).

Climate Change and Health: Review of Evidence for the Indo-Pacific Region

December 20, 2022 to
November 30, 2024
| Climate Change

The Indo-Pacific region is grappling with climate-induced shifts in weather patterns, characterized by rising temperatures and increased precipitation. These changes are contributing to a surge in respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, vector-borne illnesses like dengue, and mental health disorders. Projections indicate that adverse weather incidents in the region will intensify, leading to increased occurrences of heatwaves, floods, and droughts; and further aggravating existing environmental challenges.

Air Pollution Emissions Inventory, Source Apportionment and Atmospheric Carrying Capacity Study of Kolkata in West Bengal

January 5, 2023 to
November 10, 2024
| Air

Air pollution in India is a major environmental issue vis-à-vis public issue, with over 70 per cent of cities violating the statutory national atmospheric PM10 concentration. This pollution affects health, buildings, agriculture, and climate change, causing 2 million premature deaths and reportedly costing the country $95 billion annually. The Government of India launched the National Clean Air Program (NCAP) in 2019 with an interim target of 40 per cent reduction in atmospheric PM10 in the non-attainment cities by 2026 w.r.t. 2017.