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TERI joins hands with Hiranandani, Krisala Developers for sustainable 105-acre township near Pune
26 May 2025
| Press Trust of India
Hiranandani Communities and Krisala Developers have partnered with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) to transform their 105-acre greenfield township project into a model for sustainable urban living. The integrated township, planned in North Hinjawadi in Pune, aspires to set new benchmarks in air quality and overall livability, according to the developer.
Read moreNow, an EV dashboard to help motorists locate charging stations across city
25 May 2025
| The Times of India
In a significant step towards transforming Kolkata's urban transport into a greener, cleaner system, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) unveiled a comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) dashboard and interactive map to help city motorists easily locate charging stations. Titled ‘Accelerating Net-Zero Transition of Public Transportation in Kolkata', the web portal is designed to address the city's growing demand for EV infrastructure by projecting long-term charging requirements up to
Read moreIndia showcases forest restoration and climate resilience strategy at UN Forum
23 May 2025
| The Sentinel Assam
India's dedication to restoring degraded forest ecosystems and enhancing climate resilience was prominently featured during a side event organized by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India, at the 20th session of the United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF), held at the UN Headquarters in New York from May 5 to May 9.
Read moreBengal actively transitioning to renewable energy, seeks private sector participation
23 May 2025
| The Hindu
This comes amidst a nationwide push for a transition to clean energy sources, with a target of achieving 500 gigawatts (GW) of energy from non-fossil sources by 2030. According to Mr A.K. Saxena, Senior Fellow & Senior Director, Electricity and Renewables, TERI solar energy accounts for almost two-thirds of the assessed potential of 88GW of clean energy generation in the eastern region of the country.
Read moreDelhi govt launches campaign to build ‘eco-warriors’ through schools, colleges
22 May 2025
| The Print
The Delhi Government on Thursday launched an eco-sensitisation campaign targeting two lakh students across the national capital, aiming to build a generation of “eco-warriors” through schools and colleges. TERI, a globally recognised not-for-profit institute with over four decades of experience in sustainable development, will be the implementing agency for the project.
Read moreA summer spike: What made Delhi AQI levels rise this week?
16 May 2025
| The Week
According to Dr Anju Goel, an AQI expert and Fellow & Associate Director at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), the spike is "primarily driven by dust storms". "Since the past few days, there has been a rise in the wind speed. This brings in a significant amount of dust from Rajasthan".
Read moreTackling climate change with green mobility
16 May 2025
| The Pioneer
A report by the Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) warns that if we do not act, transport emissions in India could increase sixfold in the coming decades. These issues are more than abstract concerns — they pose tangible risks to the daily lives and well-being of millions.
Read moreNDTV, TERI And Zenora Unveil Strategic ESG Certification For Business Leaders
14 May 2025
| NDTV
In a strategic collaboration, NDTV, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), and Zenora have launched an innovative Executive ESG Certification Program designed to empower Indian business leaders to convert ESG from a compliance requirement into a strategic growth driver.
Read moreComplexities cloud Delhi's plan to give carbon credits to EV buyers
08 May 2025
| Mint
While experts lauded the thinking of the government, they said implementing such a plan will have several practical challenges, including the methodology to be adopted, the pricing of such credits and the lack of potential buyers. Mr I. V. Rao, Distinguished Fellow, Transport and Urban Governance Division, The Energy and Resources Institute said that the proposed carbon credits policy for EV buyers could act as a boost if seen together other incentives in the scheme.
Read moreIndia's bulging waste line: Can cities clean up before it’s too late?
03 May 2025
| Financial Express
According to experts, assuming the current pace of biomining, more than three decades would be required to decongest Ghazipur alone—even without considering fresh waste arrivals on a daily basis. "Whatever target was set, we are still going very slow on that. So a more concerted approach needs to be followed," says Mr Suneel Pandey, Director of the Environment and Waste Management Division, TERI.
Read moreCan India's renewable energy targets meet the growing demand?
29 Apr 2025
| India Today
A 2024 report by TERI (The Energy and Resources Institute), titled 'India's Electricity Transition Pathways to 2050', articulates apprehensions regarding the fulfillment of the nation's actual demands. The report underscores the necessity for a comprehensive techno-economic evaluation of India's renewable energy resource potential, suggesting that the existing comprehension may be insufficient or that the economic feasibility of large-scale utilization requires additional examination.
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