Completed Projects

Energy Wise Energy Rise (EWER), Phase V Little Steps, Big Impact

November 1, 2025 to

March 31, 2026

| Resources & Sustainable Development

| Energy Access

| Energy

Small Steps, Big Impact

Energy Wise Energy Rise (EWER) is TERI’s flagship school-based sustainability initiative, implemented in partnership with BSES Rajdhani Power Limited. The program helps children navigate the vital links between energy consumption, pollution, renewable resources, and proactive environmental stewardship. Since its launch in 2018, EWER has worked across Delhi schools to cultivate awareness and drive behavioral change, empowering students to become informed, responsible citizens within their homes and communities.

Lok Bhavan, Assam – A Zero Waste Campus Initiative

May 8, 2023 to

March 31, 2026

| Waste

In partnership with TERI-NERC, the Lok Bhavan campus in Assam has been transformed into a Zero Waste Campus, showcasing an integrated and sustainable waste management model.

The Model

The initiative ensures systematic segregation of waste into dry and wet streams, supported by an on-site Material Recovery Facility (MRF). Recyclable materials are processed efficiently, while organic waste is converted into compost, promoting circular resource use.

Valuation of Ecosystem Services of Forest Ecosystem in Chhattisgarh and its potential contribution to State Gross Domestic Product

December 1, 2024 to

March 31, 2026

| Forest & Biodiversity

Forests provide a wide range of ecosystem services; however, it is inherently challenging to place a monetary value on many of these. As a result, the full contribution of forests to the economy is often unaccounted for, and decisions regarding the allocation of financial resources are frequently based only on the value of services with a clear price tag. It is essential, therefore, to undertake a comprehensive valuation of forest ecosystem services and provide these results to planners and policymakers.

Technical support on herb cultivation UPDLP-Himmotthan Society

November 8, 2017 to

March 31, 2026

| Himalayan Centre, Mukteshwar, Nainital

Promotion and Cultivation of Selected Herbal Plants for Enhancement of Rural Economy

GHG and Carbon in Tidal Marsh

November 25, 2025 to

March 25, 2026

| Sustainable Habitat

| Environment

| Climate Change

GHG and Carbon in Tidal Marshes: A Blue Carbon Initiative in Chennai

As a key component of the TN-SHORE flagship program, this project—funded by the Department of Environment and Climate Change, Government of Tamil Nadu—focuses on short-term feasibility and baseline scientific assessments. By utilizing established methodologies alongside emerging cost-effective, scalable, and accurate technologies, the initiative seeks to provide a rigorous data foundation for coastal conservation.

USED BEVERAGE CARTONS MANAGEMENT STUDY 2025

March 18, 2025 to

February 28, 2026

| Waste

Assessing the Recycling Landscape of Used Beverage Cartons (UBCs) in India

Used Beverage Cartons (UBCs) represent a vital sustainable packaging solution, playing a key role in food preservation and the advancement of circular economy goals. Composed primarily of paperboard, polymers, and aluminum, UBCs are fully recyclable and are increasingly recovered through both formal and informal waste management systems across India.

Science Technology and Innovation Hub in Gaondongrem, Goa

January 23, 2023 to

January 22, 2026

| Marine and Coastal

In Gaondongrem village, TERI is spearheading a transformative initiative to uplift rural Scheduled Tribe (ST) households. By integrating Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) into the traditional agricultural landscape, this project bridges the gap between indigenous knowledge and modern efficiency. From implementing rainwater harvesting to fostering agri-business start-ups, the initiative is designed to create a self-reliant, vibrant rural economy that empowers women and youth while ensuring long-term climate resilience.

Empowering the Terracotta Clusters with Solar Power in Gorakhpur

October 14, 2024 to

January 14, 2026

| Energy Access

In Gorakhpur, many rural and semi-urban communities face significant challenges when it comes to accessing reliable, affordable, and clean energy. This energy scarcity often forces local businesses and enterprises to rely on costly and environmentally harmful alternatives, which further exacerbate the difficulties faced by these communities. The lack of sustainable energy solutions can severely hinder economic growth and productivity, especially in sectors that depend on consistent and reliable power sources.

Energy Audit at Hindalco Thermal Power Plant, Hirakud, Sambalpur, Odisha

August 21, 2025 to

December 22, 2025

| Energy

Hirakud Power Plant is a coal-based captive thermal power plant located near Hirakud in Sambalpur district, Odisha. The plant is owned and operated by Hindalco Industries Pvt. Ltd. The captive power plant commenced operation in 1993 with an initial installed capacity of 67.5 MW. Subsequently, the capacity was enhanced with the addition of 4 × 100 MW generating units to meet the power requirements of the Hirakud Smelter and FRP Plant. The total installed capacity of the Hirakud Captive Power Plant is 477 MW.