Policy Briefs/Reports

Guidelines for Evaluation of Nano-based Agri-input and Food Products in India

06 Aug 2020
| TERI Web Desk

Nanobiotechnology applications in food production and agriculture have a lot of potential. However, India did not have adequate guidelines to regulate the same. Until now.

Analysing the barriers to promote energy-efficient air conditioners in India

04 Aug 2020
| Mr Shanmuganathan K
| Mr Manjeet Singh
| Mr Gaurav Phore

The higher penetration of super energy-efficient 5-star ACs in India helps in achieving lower electricity consumption, lower peak demand, reduced energy bills, and lower carbon footprints.

Strategy for fostering Resource Efficiency and Circular Economy in Goa

14 Jul 2020
| Dr Shilpi Kapur
| Ms Ashwini Pai Panandiker
| Mr Souvik Bhattacharjya
| Ms Mehar Kaur
| Ms Anoushka Khatri

The strategy paper for Goa presents an overall state-level action plan to mainstream resource efficiency and circular economy and foster sustainable management of resources in the state.

Assessing the environmental benefits from switching auto-rickshaws in Chennai to electric

18 Jun 2020
| Mr Aravind Harikumar
| Ms Palak Thakur
| Ms Sugandha Pal

In Chennai, auto rickshaws constitute 40% of all transport vehicles and 58% of passenger transport vehicles. The share of auto-rickshaws has increased from practically zero in 1970 to over 6% in 2008.

Make Hydrogen in India: Driving India towards the clean energy technology frontier

05 Jun 2020
| Mr William Patrick Hall

Indian industry and government should work together to develop a hydrogen economy under an ambitious 'Hydrogen Mission' to maximise the benefits for India and accelerate the energy transition.

Greening Post COVID-19 Economic Recovery in India: A Case for Green Fiscal Stimulus

26 May 2020
| Dr Shailly Kedia
| Dr Ria Sinha
| Mr Souvik Bhattacharjya
| Mr Jonathan Donald Syiemlieh
| Mr Saswata Chaudhury
| Ms Mani Juneja
| Dr Manish Anand
| Ms Swati Ganeshan
| Mr Nitin Bajpai
| Dr Rita Pandey

India's economic recovery post the COVID-19 crisis should use fiscal instruments to create an inclusive and green economy that also helps India achieve the global sustainable development goals (SDGs)

Women in agriculture: Enhancing their role and promoting sustainability and livelihood support

26 May 2020
| Ms Preeti Madan
| Dr Manish Anand
| Dr Mini Govindan

The paper looks at enhancing the role of women in agriculture and allied activities and providing institutional support

Impact of COVID-19 on urban mobility in India: Evidence from a perception study

17 May 2020
| Ms Palak Thakur
| Mr Promit Mookherjee
| Ms Aakansha Jain
| Mr Aravind Harikumar

The urban transportation landscape is likely to undergo significant changes due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Increased risks associated with crowded places combined with social distancing measures in public and shared transport are likely to affect modal choices of commuters. Urban freight needs may also alter with the change in the use of e-services. To assess the likely nature of such a shift, an online survey was conducted, which was designed to elicit the perceptions of respondents related to work trips, online grocery shopping, and food delivery pre and post COVID-19.

SDGs still remain relevant for accelerating focussed sustainability actions by Indian businesses

13 May 2020
| Mr Arupendra Nath Mullick
| Ms Pooja Kumar

The discussion paper articulates a call to action for Indian businesses to act on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in the post COVID19 world.