Policy Brief
Enhancing India’s Biofuels Program: Examining the Role of Oxyfuels in India’s Clean Fuel Transition
28 Nov 2023
| Dr Piyali Das
| Mr I V Rao
| Dr Sanjukta Subudhi
The Energy Resources Institute (TERI) in association with the Asian Clean Fuels Association (ACFA) Singapore, a global consortium of leading petrochemical companies and FTI Consulting, a leading global business consulting firm, had jointly undertaken an extensive study and feasibility analysis of oxyfuels (including ethers and alcohols) for co-blending in gasoline in India. This collective effort has culminated in the creation of a pivotal report ‘Enhancing India’s Biofuels Program: Examining the Role of Oxyfuels in India’s Clean Fuel Transition’ which was launched on November 28, 2023, at TERI Headquarters, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi.
Just Energy Transition Partnerships, Climate Action, and Minilateralism
24 Nov 2023
| Dr Shailly Kedia
| Heena Makhija
| Shivangi Raj
Transitioning towards clean energy and renewable sources is a significant measure to restrict Greenhouse Gas emissions and meet the climate goals set out in the Paris Agreement. Upcoming minilateral mechanisms, especially partnerships such as JETPs, despite setting ambitious targets have little to offer on recognizing the specific needs of the Global South to support sustainable energy transitions.
Road to Dubai and the Global Goal on Adaptation
24 Nov 2023
| Dr Shailly Kedia
| Ishita Srivastava
IPCC's definition of adaptation emphasizes on human and natural systems rather than countries. A paradigm shift is needed in the climate regime regarding adaptation including not viewing vulnerability as only a country – centric approach. Instead, identifying vulnerability hotspots supplemented by formulating people-centric and nature-centric approaches in climate negotiations is need of the hour.
An Economy-Wide Quantified Goal on Energy Efficiency in India
04 Sep 2023
| Dr Shailly Kedia
| Mr Souvik Bhattacharjya
| Vatsala Sharma
| Arpita Pandey
An economy-wide energy efficiency target would aid in planning and implementation. This policy brief reviews existing metrics and international practices. The brief advocates for a policy approach to set and achieve economy-wide energy efficiency targets that can drive action-oriented policies and motivate the government to attain pre-determined outcomes.
Fuel Efficiency Improvement and Emission Standards in Road Transport
18 Aug 2023
| Piyush Saxena
| Ruchika Mattoo
India’s rapid urbanization and economic growth has accelerated both passenger and freight transport demands, which have led to the need for prioritizing adoption of low carbon technologies, also strengthening the country’s energy security.
Accelerating Biodiesel Blending in India
18 Aug 2023
| Faiz Jamal
India’s dependency on imported fossil fuels is mounting incessantly. The petroleum products consumption in the country has increased about 38.2% from the past decade, resulting in a substantial expenditure on oil imports.
Harnessing the Potential of Bio-Resources to Produce Low Carbon Bio-Hydrogen
08 Jun 2023
| Dr Vibha Dhawan
| Dr Sanjukta Subudhi
| Mr Jayant Sinha
| Dr Divyesh Arora
‘Air to Water’ technology - offering potential to achieve Water for All
28 Mar 2023
| Snehlata Tigala, Shresth Tayal, S K Sarkar
An Assessment of Avoided CO2 Emissions during Construction, Maintenance and Operation of National Highways
22 Feb 2023
India has the 2nd largest road network in the world. Amongst the different types of roads, the National Highways extending to 1,44,634 km has contributed significantly to India’s rapid economic development. The rapid pace of construction of highways is enabling integration of the local economies of far flung towns and villages into the national economy.