Projects

Completed Projects

Assam Project on Forest and Biodiversity Conservation (APFBCS)

December 5, 2022 to
February 4, 2025
| Forest & Biodiversity

Devising Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies for Forests and Biodiversity of Assam

Project Description

Assam, located in the northeastern region of India and part of a Global Biodiversity Hotspot, is home to rich biodiversity and vast forested landscapes. These forests are vital ecosystems that cover a significant portion of the state’s area, providing numerous ecological, economic and social benefits.

Aligning agriculture and diet in the Himalayas through action research (AADHAR)

January 1, 2021 to
January 31, 2025
| Environment and Public Health

SAHeLEE, a project initiated by FOLU India, aims to improve the consumption of safe and nutritious food from locally grown grains, seeds, nuts, and fruits in Mukteshwar, a village located in the state of Uttarakhand, India. ‘Sahelee’ means ‘friend’ in the Hindi language and, instinctively, one of our first steps was to connect and form relationships with the local community to better understand their nutrition-based habits and challenges.

Assessment of Community Benefits from E-Bus Operations

March 1, 2024 to
December 31, 2024
| Energy
| Transport

As India continues its transition toward cleaner and more sustainable transportation systems, electric mobility has emerged as a critical pathway for reducing emissions, improving urban air quality, and enhancing the quality, reliability, and accessibility of public transport. The growing emphasis on low-carbon mobility and the electrification of public transport fleets reflects national priorities related to climate mitigation, energy efficiency, and inclusive urban development.

Comprehensive Assessment of Job Impacts and Skill Gaps of Transitioning from ICE to Electric Trucks

July 1, 2023 to
December 30, 2024
| Energy
| Transport

Globally, road vehicles contribute 20% of CO2 emissions, yet trucks, which account for less than 1% of total road vehicles, contribute around 35% of those emissions. India's automotive sector plays a significant role in the country's economy, contributing 7.1% to GDP and providing direct and indirect jobs to approximately 1.9 crore people. With rising demand for mining, construction, infrastructure, and freight transportation, heavy-duty truck production is expected to increase significantly in India.

Spatiotemporal variations of atmospheric black carbon concentrations in Kolkata and Howrah Municipal corporation areas

May 10, 2023 to
November 30, 2024
| Air

The West Bengal Pollution Control Board (WBPCB) invited The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), New Delhi, to submit a proposal to analyze the spatiotemporal variations in atmospheric BC in Kolkata and Howrah cities. Accordingly, TERI submitted a technical and financial proposalto WBPCB to prepare an annual spatiotemporal variation of atmospheric BC concentration over Kolkata and Howrah in March 2023. Following the review of the proposal by experts, WBPCB awarded the project to TERI on 10th May 2023 (Memo No. 1139/1K-1/2021).

Climate Change and Health: Review of Evidence for the Indo-Pacific Region

December 20, 2022 to
November 30, 2024
| Climate Change

The Indo-Pacific region is grappling with climate-induced shifts in weather patterns, characterized by rising temperatures and increased precipitation. These changes are contributing to a surge in respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, vector-borne illnesses like dengue, and mental health disorders. Projections indicate that adverse weather incidents in the region will intensify, leading to increased occurrences of heatwaves, floods, and droughts; and further aggravating existing environmental challenges.

Air Pollution Emissions Inventory, Source Apportionment and Atmospheric Carrying Capacity Study of Kolkata in West Bengal

January 5, 2023 to
November 10, 2024
| Air

Air pollution in India is a major environmental issue vis-à-vis public issue, with over 70 per cent of cities violating the statutory national atmospheric PM10 concentration. This pollution affects health, buildings, agriculture, and climate change, causing 2 million premature deaths and reportedly costing the country $95 billion annually. The Government of India launched the National Clean Air Program (NCAP) in 2019 with an interim target of 40 per cent reduction in atmospheric PM10 in the non-attainment cities by 2026 w.r.t. 2017.

Air Pollution Emission Inventory, Source Apportionment and Atmospheric Carrying Capacity Study of the Howrah City in West Bengal

January 5, 2023 to
November 10, 2024
| Air

Air pollution in India is a major environmental issue vis-à-vis public issue, with over 70% of cities violating the statutory national atmospheric PM10 concentration. This pollution affects health, buildings, agriculture, and climate change, causing 2 million premature deaths and reportedly costing the country $95 billion annually. The Government of India launched the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) in 2019 with an interim target of 40 per cent reduction in atmospheric PM10 in the non-attainment cities by 2026 w.r.t. 2017.

Preparation of DPR for Just in Time arrival of Ships and Port Logistics

August 10, 2023 to
November 9, 2024
| Transport

TERI is undertaking a study in the maritime sector as a part of the National Centre of Excellence of Green Ports and Shipping with the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and the Port Authorities of Paradip, V.O.C. and Deendayal. The study aims to identify current procedures of port calls and suggest recommendations for the implementation of Just-in-Time arrival based on case studies across the world. It also aims to quantify the difference of savings in fuel consumption and emissions in a regular port call vs Just-in-Time port calls.

Develop an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for RSD Project and Shahpurkandi Dam Project and Design Flood Review of Ranjit Sagar Dam Project

November 3, 2023 to
September 29, 2024
| Climate Change

The primary objective of the project is to develop an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for the Ranjit Sagar Dam (RSD) and Shahpurkandi Dam (SPKD) in accordance with the latest guidelines issued by the Central Water Commission (CWC), New Delhi. These guidelines outline the key components required for an effective EAP, including notification flowcharts, emergency detection and classification protocols, inundation mapping, and strategies for emergency preparedness and implementation.