Projects

Enhancing women’s empowerment as employees and entrepreneurs in decentralised renewable energy

September 20, 2025

| Ongoing project

| Energy Access

India’s transition toward climate-resilient and decentralized renewable energy (DRE) systems presents a significant opportunity to advance inclusive development. Across rural and peri-urban regions, DRE technologies are increasingly being promoted to improve energy access, strengthen livelihoods, and support climate adaptation.

Evaluation of MGIRED Training Programme

September 19, 2025

| Ongoing project

| Land

The Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Rural Energy and Development (MGIRED) is a Karnataka government-supported institution focused on rural energy, sustainability, and natural resource management through training, research, and advisory services.

The Green School Project 2.0: Empowering Education for a Greener Tomorrow

September 2, 2025

| Ongoing project

| Energy Efficiency | Water | Waste | Sustainable Habitat | Environment | Energy | Climate Change

The Green School project 2.0 is a pioneering collaboration between the Tata Steel Foundation (TSF) and TERI. This initiative aims to foster critical thinking, interdisciplinary learnings, and a profound understanding of environment conservation values amongst the students studying in schools operating in Tata Steel operational areas.

State-Level Policy Dialogue on Advancing Inclusive Fisheries Governance for SDG 14 Towards Sustainable, Equitable, and Resilient Blue Growth

August 27, 2025

| Ongoing project

| Resources & Sustainable Development

The Global Context: A Race Against Time

Sustainable Development Goal 14 (Life Below Water) focuses on the conservation and sustainable use of marine resources while ensuring equitable access for coastal communities, particularly small-scale fishers.

Advancing Inclusive Fisheries Governance for SDG 14

August 27, 2025

| Ongoing project

| Water | Environment

Towards Sustainable, Equitable, and Resilient Blue Growth

The Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water emphasizes the conservation and sustainable use of ocean and marine resources.

Compendium and Enforcement Framework for Energy Efficiency Regulations

July 29, 2025

| Ongoing project

| Energy

TERI, in partnership with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), is leading a landmark initiative to strengthen India’s energy efficiency ecosystem.

Improving Urban Air Quality by Facilitating Piloting of Clean Air Zones in Vijayawada & Visakhapatnam

July 1, 2025

| Ongoing project

| Air

Air pollution remains one of the most pressing environmental challenges affecting urban health, economic productivity, and overall quality of life in Indian cities. Visakhapatnam, a prominent industrial and coastal hub in Andhra Pradesh, is no exception.

Spring Census Manipur: Unveiling Hidden Waters

June 19, 2025

| Ongoing project

| Water | Environment | Climate Change

Manipur’s First Spring Census and Feasibility Study for Sustainable Springshed Management

Manipur is endowed with abundant natural springs that play a critical role in sustaining both human communities and ecological systems.

Preparation of State Specific Action Plan (SSAP) Report for Water Sector for the State of Manipur

June 19, 2025

| Ongoing project

| Climate Change

SSAP For the Water Sector in Manipur

The development of a State Specific Action Plan (SSAP) for the water sector is critical to address the emerging challenges of water stress, climate variability, and increasing demand.

Agri – PV in India

June 18, 2025

| Ongoing project

| Electricity and Renewables

Agri-Photovoltaics (AgriPV): Harmonizing Energy and Food Security

Agri-Photovoltaics (AgriPV) offers a land-efficient pathway for sustainable development by enabling the co-location of solar power generation and crop cultivation. This dual-use approach facilitates renewable energy expansion without displacing vital farmland or compromising national food security.