Opinion
Need for new tech to tackle water crisis
22 Jul 2024 |
| Dr Syamal Kumar Sarkar and Ms Priyanka Vadrevu
| Deccan Herald
As innovative solutions are sought to address the pressing water scarcity issue, Atmospheric Water Generators (AWGs) have emerged as a promising technology, says Dr Syamal Kumar Sarkar, Distinguished Fellow and Ms Priyanka Vadrevu, Research Associate, Water Resources Division, TERI.
Holistic outlook a must for successful energy transition
22 Jul 2024 |
Mr K Ramanathan
| The Tribune
India plans to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2070. This is challenging, though its current annual per capita emissions are only one-third of the global average says Mr K Ramanathan, Distinguished Fellow, Electricity & Renewables Division, TERI.
Unheeded priorities of climate action
14 Jul 2024 |
| Mr Nitin Desai
| The New Indian Express
An area which needs vigorous attention is the decarbonisation in industry, particularly steel and cement, writes Mr Nitin Desai, Chairman, TERI.
Boost financing for green projects
13 Jul 2024 |
Mr Ajay Shankar
| The Hindu
Scaling up and achieving 500 GW of fossil fuel-free capacity by 2030 requires a huge increase in the capacities for which RE bids need to be invited, writes Mr Ajay Shankar, Distinguished Fellow, Director-General's Office, TERI.
डिजिटल होकर बदल जाएगी आपके शहर की सूरत
11 Jul 2024 |
| Ms Sonal Singh
| Navbharat Times
The biggest hurdle in transforming cities is the availability of data, its collection and analysis to make the right decisions. Integrated Command and Control Centres (ICCCs) play an important role in filling this gap, says Ms Sonal Singh, Research Associate, Transport & Urban Governance Division, TERI.
Policy and market synergy required for EV sector to thrive
05 Jul 2024 |
| Ms Akshaya Paul and Mr Sharif Qamar
| Deccan Herald
India can achieve a 6% reduction in GHG emissions in the transportation sector by achieving 30% sale of EVs in new vehicles by 2030, says Ms Akshaya Paul, Research Associate and Mr Sharif Qamar, Fellow & Associate Director, Transport & Urban Governance Division, TERI.
Don't privatise essential services
04 Jul 2024 |
Mr Ajay Shankar
| The Hindu Business Line
India must not ignore the UK experience, where privatisation of electricity, gas, water, railways has not worked, says Mr Ajay Shankar, Distinguished Fellow, TERI.
How cities can beat the heat with passive design
04 Jul 2024 |
| Mr Sanjay Seth and Ms Sheen Pandita
| Hindustan Times
Investing in insulation, optimising thermal mass, and fostering natural ventilation has enduring benefits for both your finances and the environment, says Mr Sanjay Seth, Senior Fellow & Senior Director and Ms Sheen Pandita, Research Associate, Sustainable Buildings Division, TERI.
Transforming Indian agriculture: Sustainable solutions for a greener future
24 Jun 2024 |
Dr Arvind Kapur
| The Financial Express
Urbanisation and industrialization are taking away fertile agriculture lands, causing a decline in water table and an increase in nutrient deficient soils, which are the key factors leading to shrinking input resources in agriculture, says Dr Arvind Kapur, Distinguished Fellow, Sustainable Agriculture Division, TERI.