Projects

Projects

Feasibility study on jatropha plantation and bio-diesel production for NWCF

November 6, 2007 to December 31, 2008
| Completed Project

This study will cover the following the aspects. (1) Climatic requirements for growing Jatropha. (2) Considerations for site selection and jatropha cultivation. (3) Analysis of existing government policies. (4) Review of suitable models for undertaking plantation and production of biodiesel. (5) Selection of plausible technology for oil extraction and trans-esterification.

Adapting Livelihoods and Landscape approach in Shiwalik hill ranges in Haryana, India with a focus on Joint Forest Management Programme

November 1, 2007 to October 21, 2011
| Completed Project

The Livelihoods and Landscapes Strategy (LLS) is a global programme of the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) being implemented in 31 landscapes in 23 countries. The aim of LLS is to catalyse the sustainable use and conservation of forest biodiversity and ecosystem services for the benefit of the rural poor.

In situ bioremediation of sludge pits at OIL Duliajan

November 1, 2007 to July 31, 2009
| Completed Project

Oil India Ltd, Duliajan, (OIL) unavoidably generates enormous quantity of tank bottom oily sludge as well as oil/oily effluent soaked soil waste during drilling operations which constitutes a major challenge for hazardous waste management as well as environment management. Another problem lies while drilling operation.

Transfer of Bollcure: a new botanical bio-pesticide for cotton bollworm technology, developed at TERI and transferred to Sri Biotech Laboratories Pvt. Ltd, Hyderabad

November 1, 2007 to March 31, 2009
| Completed Project

TERI with the support of the Department of Biotechnology has developed a bio-pesticide from the extracts of eucalyptus leaves. The technology has been tested in the field and is the outcome of 10 years of hard work of the dedicated team working at TERI. The first technology transfer took place on 2 November 2007 in the presence of Dr M K Bhan, Secretary, Department of Biotechnology.

Research for energy conservation in India: Phase 1

November 1, 2007 to April 30, 2008
| Completed Project

The Institute of Energy Economics, Japan or IEEJ and TERI have entered into an agreement to cooperate on the energy efficiency improvements in India by undertaking joint research projects. Some of the areas identified under the study include the industry sector and the thermal power plants.

Framework for basic services in Indian cities

October 27, 2007 to March 31, 2009
| Completed Project

TERI together with partners SUI (Sustainable Urbanism International) and Arghyam with support from Dr Nandan Nilekani and Mrs Rohini Nilekani, initiated this study in March 2008, to address sustainability issues in Indian cities.

GOF climate change and energy programme - design of renewable energy credit system for India

October 15, 2007 to March 31, 2010
| Completed Project

The project aims to develop framework for Renewable Energy Credit system in association with Maharshtra Electricity Regulatory Commission(MERC). The framework will be developed for the state of Maharashtra.

Improvement of Malbhog, a Commercially Important Indigenous Banana of Assam, through Mutation Induction

October 10, 2007 to September 28, 2012
| Completed Project

Malbhog is a medium tall, most preferred indigenous table banana variety (AAB genomic group) of Assam that bears fruit in 18 months, yields about 8-9 kg per bunch and is prone to disease infestation and pest attack. Banana bunchy top virus has threatened banana propagation, field production and germplasm conservation.

Environmental building guidelines for Hyderabad metropolitan area

October 1, 2007 to June 8, 2012
| Completed Project

The consultancy project proposes to assess the present and future environmental issues in the building industry, specifically with respect to urban development in Greater Hyderabad and propose guidelines for environmental sustainable building design, construction and operation especially for Greater Hyderabad.

Removal of financial and institutional barriers in mainstreaming the biomass gasifier systems for thermal applications in India

October 1, 2007 to March 31, 2011
| Completed Project

A major portion of energy is consumed in the SMiE sector to meet the low-grade thermal energy requirements such as water heating, steam generation and hot air generation. Reducing the consumption of fossil fuels and efficient utilization of locally available biomass are priorities of the Government of India.