Projects

Ongoing Projects

Sampling, Characterization, and BMP Assessment of Municipal Solid Waste from Rajkot and Ahmedabad City Municipal Corporations for CBG Plant Installation

November 15, 2024
| Cities
| Resources & Sustainable Development
| Waste
| Energy

Project Overview: Waste Characterization and Biomethanation Potential of MSW in Ahmedabad and Rajkot

Adani Total Gas Limited (ATGL) partnered with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) to conduct a comprehensive analysis of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW). The study focused on the physical and chemical characterization of waste, alongside the evaluation of its biomethanation potential.

The analysis involved MSW samples collected from critical hubs in Gujarat:

Sustaining the Roots: Celebrating India’s Food Heritage

November 14, 2024
| Environment

Indian food is deeply rooted in tradition, sustainability, and a harmonious relationship with nature. For centuries, traditional practices have emphasized using local, seasonal ingredients that suit the regional climate, contributing to both ecological balance and health. From the climate-friendly cultivation of millets to ancient storage techniques and powerful superfoods like amla and sattu, traditional Indian food wisdom shows us how to nourish ourselves and the planet. This approach to food promotes well-being while honoring the environment and cultural heritage.

Germplasm Collection, Molecular and Biochemical characterisation of Boswellia Serrata (Traina & Planch) for its conservation with special reference to Madhya Pradesh

November 1, 2024
| Sustainable Agriculture
| Forest & Biodiversity
| Environment

Boswellia serrata is a valuable tree for producing pharmaceutically important gum and resin, but it is considered an endangered species. The current project aims to genetically identify elite Boswellia serrata for its conservation and multiplication to ensure the species' sustainable availability at an affordable cost. This study is expected to result in a well-characterized, genetically diverse core germplasm with economically important metabolites.

Knowledge Support for Critical Minerals

November 1, 2024
| Resource Efficiency & Governance

TERI has played a central role in advancing India’s critical minerals agenda through its extensive policy, research, and stakeholder engagement contributions. Under the National Critical Mineral Mission, TERI drafted, validated, and finalized the Mission document that was approved by the Cabinet in January 2025.

Air and Water Quality Status Report of Maharashtra

October 8, 2024
| Water
| Air

The center prepares annual air and water quality status reports for the state of Maharashtra, a project being sponsored by the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB). MPCB regularly monitors the qualitative state of the water resources across the state as well as the air quality across various locations in the state. TERI has been preparing these status reports by statistically compiling and analysing the secondary data received from MPCB whilst developing graphical and spatial illustrations.

Knowledge to Action: Empowering Youth Climate Innovators A TERI–HCLFoundation Initiative

October 2, 2024
| Environment
| Climate Change

The Climate Innovators Challenge for Youth (CLICY) is a flagship initiative by Harit under HCLFoundation in collaboration with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) aimed at empowering college and university students across Karnataka to take meaningful climate action by encouraging young innovators to identify local environmental challenges and develop technology-driven, context-specific solutions through creative problem-solving, systems thinking, and hands-on learning.

Transition Roadmap for Sustainable and Efficient Transport for GIDC Naroda

October 1, 2024
| Transport

Urbanisation is accelerating across the globe, with cities emerging as magnets for growth, jobs, and opportunity. India, now the most populous nation, is witnessing a surge in urban population and infrastructure demands. As urban areas expand, emissions from sectors like transport are rising rapidly, threatening local air quality and public health. In response, India has launched national initiatives like the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) and committed to net-zero emissions by 2070.

MEL&D Services for CEPMIZ Watershed Development Programme

October 1, 2024

The Comprehensive Environmental Plan for Mining Impact Zone (CEPMIZ) is a strategic watershed development initiative implemented by the Watershed Development Department (WDD), Government of Karnataka. The programme is supported by the Karnataka Mining Environment Restoration Corporation (KMERC) and operates under the oversight of the Hon’ble Supreme Court Oversight Committee. CEPMIZ focuses on restoring ecologically degraded and mining-affected landscapes across the districts of Ballari, Chitradurga, Tumakuru, and Vijayanagar.

Empowering Rural Livelihoods through Agroforestry in Aligarh

September 3, 2024
| Land

Project Overview: Developing Voluntary Carbon Market Projects for Agroforestry Plantations in Aligarh Forest Circle

The Aligarh Forest Circle Agroforestry Initiative is a carbon finance project designed to bridge the gap between climate mitigation and rural economic development. Launched in 2024, the initiative promotes strategic tree plantation on agricultural lands to enhance carbon sequestration while simultaneously boosting farm productivity.

Developing Voluntary Carbon Market Projects for Agroforestry Plantations in Kanpur Forest Circle, Uttar Pradesh

September 3, 2024
| Land
| Climate Change

The project is designed to promote sustainable agroforestry by encouraging tree plantation on agricultural lands, while generating measurable climate mitigation benefits and enhancing rural livelihoods. Implemented as an Afforestation, Reforestation, and Revegetation initiative under the Voluntary Carbon Market framework, it focuses on establishing tree plantations to enhance carbon sequestration, improve farm productivity, and deliver co-benefits such as biodiversity conservation and soil health restoration.