Headquarters
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
Darbari Seth Block, Core 6C,
India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road,
New Delhi - 110 003, India
Projects
Climate Change and Energy in the Asia Pacific region
November 14, 2008 to December 3, 2009
| Completed Project
To understand the evolving energy demand situation in the Asia Pacific region and evaluate the potential of energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy in enhancing energy security.
Collaboration with the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Business action on climate change
November 13, 2008 to March 31, 2011
| Completed Project
Activity IX: Business Action on Climate ChangeNorwegian Partners: Business houses, Business councils, Consultancy firms
Medicinal Plant Wealth of India: A comprehensive review of selected species
November 10, 2008 to August 29, 2011
| Completed Project
There are many research institutions, universities, non-governmental organizations, farmers groups, women self help groups etc. across the country, who are engaged in various research and development activities related to medicinal plants. However, much of this information is scattered and sometimes access to them is a challenging task.
Income generation activity for SHG women in rural areas through conservation of biomass and promotion of Biomass Gas Stoves (BGS's) for small commercial applications
November 10, 2008 to March 4, 2010
| Completed Project
The major goal of the project is to promote fuel efficient energy devices in rural sector. We proposed two major approaches: i) promotion of BGS for small enterprises in rural areas; and ii) involving Self Help Groups (SHGs) for cutting and supplying sized biomass to the BGSs.
TERI-UNSW workshop on Membrane Bioreactors (MBRs) for Wastewater Treatment
November 6, 2008 to December 31, 2008
| Completed Project
The workshop on “Membrane Bioreactors (MBRs) for Wastewater Treatment” was held on 6th November 2008 at TERI, in collaboration with UNESCO Center for Membrane Science and Technology, University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australia.
High Level Conference on Climate Change in the Asia and Pacific-A Development Challenge
November 1, 2008 to December 31, 2010
| Completed Project
Objectives of the Conference 1/ Share information and best practices and policies, technologies, partnerships and other measures that can help Asia and the Pacific region tackle the challenges. 2/ Promote regional cooperation to meet objectives and provide a forum for Asia policymakers to express their views in addressing global issues
Energy audit study of 6th unit (1 x 110 MW) of The Durgapur Projects Ltd
November 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009
| Completed Project
To carry out a comprehensive energy audit study of the Durgapur Projects Limited with the following specific objectives: 1/ To carry out a detailed performance evaluation of major equipments and auxiliaries in the power plant with a view to identify thrust areas for energy conservation. 2/ To quantify the extent of energy savings/performance improvement that can be achieved.
Preservation of freshwater ecosystems in Navi Mumbai for sustainable resource utilization
October 16, 2008 to January 20, 2011
| Completed Project
The salient features of the project:1. The project is the first unique demonstration effort in the entire MMR (Mumbai Metropolitan Region).
Seminar on Climate Change and Eco Technologies -
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October 15, 2008 to November 20, 2008
| Completed Project
The seminar on ‘Climate Change and Eco Technologies: Indo-Belgian Collaboration’ aims to brings together Indian and Belgian academicians, economic actors and political decision makers with the aim to discuss the challenges faced by both countries due to climate change and the need for collaboration on various fronts, vis-à-vis promotion of eco-technologies, its transfer and diffusion.
Water and energy solutions for Sub-Saharan Africa
October 12, 2008 to July 2, 2009
| Completed Project
The objectives of this project are to: 1. Improve overall system efficiency in municipal water systems, reducing costs and negative environmental impacts, while expanding water and wastewater services to the region’s underserved populations, specifically targeting the three pilot cities.