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Electricity use in agriculture sector jumps to 37.1 per cent since 2009-10
25 Jan 2024
| The Economic Times
The share of direct energy use in the form of electricity in the agriculture sector in India rose from 28.75 per cent in 2009-10 to 37.1 per cent in 2019-20 of the total energy use, according to a new data yearbook by The Energy Research Institute (TERI).
Read moreIndia's renewable energy supply on the rise: Report
25 Jan 2024
| The Hindustan Times
The share of renewable energy (wind, solar and other RE) increased to 30.1% in 2023 compared to 27.5% in 2022 with the share of coal-based power plants decreasing from 51.1% to 49.3%, marking a change in the energy supply mix, according to the TERI data book which sources information from various government and non-government sources. The book tracks various energy sectors, including coal and lignite, petroleum and natural gas, and renewables.
Read moreEESL Signs MoUs with Partner Organizations to Boost Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
19 Jan 2024
| Energetica
These initiatives are poised to double energy efficiency and triple renewable energy, in alignment with the ambitious targets set at COP28 and G20. MoU with TERI for Partnership Development; EESL and TERI join forces to identify collaboration areas in energy efficiency and clean energy. The partnership encompasses prioritizing policies, technical studies, large-scale program implementation, and training. This collaboration focuses on capacity building, knowledge product development,
Read moreTERI partners with Kaizzen for World Sustainable Development Summit 2024 outreach
18 Jan 2024
| Indian Television
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) partnered with Kaizzen, a leading integrated communications agency, to curate the media and social media outreach for the upcoming World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2024 to be held at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi in February. The 23rd edition annual flagship event of the not-for-profit, policy research organisation is scheduled to be held from 7 to 9 February 2024. WSDS 2024 will focus on the umbrella theme: 'Leadership for Sustainable
Read moreCOP28 delivered but what happens in the next COP will matter
18 Jan 2024
| The Week
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), hosted a discussion on the outcomes of COP28 and way forward for COP29 on 16 January 2024. In the opening remarks, Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI, emphasized the need to prioritize the initiatives necessary to be undertaken between the COPs, stating the urgent need for action on decisions. Mr RR Rashmi, Distinguished Fellow, TERI, highlighted some of the key decisions made at COP28, including decisions made on the Loss and Damage Fund, the
Read morePM2.5 down by 7% in Faridabad, but it's still 3rd most polluted city
11 Jan 2024
| The Times of India
Faridabad is the only Haryana city listed as a 'non-attainment city' by the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), as its air quality didn't meet the national ambient air quality standards between 2011 and 2015. According to NCAP data, Faridabad's average PM2.5 concentration was 94.5 µg/m3 in 2019, which dropped to 87.6 µg/m3 in 2020 due to the lockdowns imposed during the pandemic. The number, however, spiked to 95.6 µg/m3 the following year. 'Non-attainment' cities have to reduce PM2.5
Read moreDelhi Metro emerges as 'Reliable Mode of Transport', earns praise for its social, economic, and environmental contributions
08 Jan 2024
| The Economic Times
Surpassing expectations, the Delhi Metro has experienced an 8 percent increase in ridership, accommodating around 67 lakh passenger journeys on weekdays. Despite projecting 6,218,861 daily passenger journeys for 2023, the actual figure reached 6,721,020 (weekdays average only) in October 2023. It has earned recognition for its social, economic, and environmental contributions. The various reports from EPCA, the Parliamentary Committee, and TERI emphasize DMRC's crucial role in combating
Read moreMethane curbs: A bullet India cannot avoid biting
01 Jan 2024
| Outlook Business
India, the fourth-largest emitter of methane, has so far refrained from making any commitment at the global level to reduce emission of the greenhouse gas. Dr Suneel Pandey, Director, Environment and Waste Management TERI said uncontrolled methane emissions happen from poor management of food waste and other biodegradable waste. For cities, there is a need to improve segregation at source and ensure that biodegradable waste is managed at the ward level itself preferably by feeding it
Read moreIUST hosts program on solar power generation
29 Dec 2023
| Rising Kashmir
The Islamic University of Science and Technology organised an Awareness Generation Program on Solar Energy Intervention for Sustainable Lifestyle aimed at enhancing awareness regarding solar energy adoption for a sustainable lifestyle on 8 December 2023. The program was organized by the Centre for Innovations and Entrepreneurship Development, in collaboration with The Energy and Resources Institute, Electrical Energy Department, Mantaqi Centre of Science and Society, and the Centre for
Read moreThe problem with EVs
17 Dec 2023
| The Indian Express
India Electric Vehicle Report 2023 notes that EVs could make up more than 40 percent of India's automotive market and generate over $100 billion of revenue by 2030. One of the key concerns is the high share of conventional fuel-based electricity or high-grid emission factor powering EVs. A slight improvement in the efficiency of the thermal power plants has the potential to wipe out the negative burden says Mr Sharif Qamar, Associate Director, Transport and Urban Governance Division,
Read moreIndian Cement Industry Set to Build 100-150MT Capacity
15 Dec 2023
| Construction World
The prestigious Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, came alive on the morning of December 14th, as luminaries, exhibitors, visitors and delegates converged for the grand inauguration of the 14th Cement Expo and 9th Indian Cement Review Conference 2023. The momentous occasion witnessed the ceremonial ribbon-cutting by Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI; and Ali Emir Adiguzel, Founder and Director, World Cement Association, initiating two days of insightful discussions and collaborative
Read moreFueling progress: How ‘dirty’ coal will help the world’s most populous country go green
15 Dec 2023
| RT News
CoP28 resolutions are a forward step in curbing carbon emissions in many ways but there is a need to do more. In India, we are on the right path to meeting energy transition targets as per the announcements made by PM Mr Modi in the past, said Mr Ajay Shankar, Distinguished Fellow, TERI.
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