Opinion

India's approach to COP28: Equal emphasis on adaptation along with mitigation in climate action

10 Oct 2023 |
| Ms Harshita Kaur
| The Financial Express

Various studies indicate that the Global South countries are more vulnerable to the compound climate risks that occur because of the interaction of climate change hazards says Ms Harshita Kaur, Project Associate, Transport and Urban Governance Division, The Energy and Resources Institute.

Unfolding copper revolution for Aatmnirbhar Bharat

10 Oct 2023 |
Dr Vibha Dhawan
| The Financial Express

As the world intensifies its focus on electrifying transport and advancing renewable energy production, copper, a fundamental element in this transition, takes centre stage says Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI.

How states like Punjab can help power plants use crop residue and reduce stubble burning

28 Sep 2023 |
Mr Ajay Shankar
| Moneycontrol

States should extend the MSP approach to buy all the crop waste at a remunerative price. They should provide land on a license fee basis for storage and conversion of the crop waste into pellets to private parties at a reasonable rate says Mr Ajay Shankar, Distinguished Fellow, TERI.

Taming the Behemoth: The need for a regulator for Indian Railways

21 Sep 2023 |
| Dr Rahul Chakraborty and Shri Prakash
| The Financial Express

With movement of newer types and greater volume of goods in future, as envisioned by the National Rail Plan, an independent regulator is imperative for PPP development and attracting private capital says Dr Rahul Chakraborty, Associate Fellow and Shri Prakash, Distinguished Fellow, Transport and Urban Governance, TERI.

Culture of democracy

18 Sep 2023 |
| Mr Nitin Desai
| Business Standard

Courtesy in political dialogue and tolerance of policy dissent are a central requirement of democracy says Mr Nitin Desai, Chairman, TERI.

Rail freight policy needs overhaul

13 Sep 2023 |
| Rahul Chakraborty and Mr Shri Prakash
| The Hindu Business Line

A competitive, market-driven pricing policy will help the Railways reclaim lost market said Dr Rahul Chakraborty, Associate Fellow, Transport and Urban Governance Division and Mr Shri Prakash, Distinguished Fellow, Transport and Urban Governance Division, TERI.

G20 nations must act fast to reduce carbon emissions

06 Sep 2023 |
Mr Ajay Shankar
| The Tribune

A complete switchover to electric vehicles and carbon-free electricity would reduce carbon emissions by over 55 per cent says Mr Ajay Shankar, Distinguished Fellow, TERI.

City-centered climate action: Measuring progress for tangible change

05 Sep 2023 |
Mr Sanjay Seth
,
Ms Rhea Srivastava
| The Financial Express

India's G20 presidency has taken commendable steps to empower cities and elevate their role in the fight against climate change says Mr Sanjay Seth, Senior Fellow and Senior Director, Sustainable Buildings Division, TERI and Ms Rhea Srivastava, Associate Fellow, Transport and Urban Governance Division, TERI.