Projects

Completed Projects

Detailed survey regarding present status of Jatropha plantation in nine states of India

June 2, 2009 to
March 8, 2011
The main objective of this project is to conduct a detailed survey regarding the status of Jatropha plantations in nine states of India - Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Rajathan, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh. The secondary data collection would include: extent of coverage of Jatropha and Pongamia plantations, type and ownership of land, plantation on government land, etc. The primary data collection would include: survival percentage of plants, yield per hectare, average plant height, etc.

Training Workshop on advances in Biotechnology

November 8, 2010 to
March 1, 2011
The main objective of this refresher training course for scientists, academicians, administrators and policy makers, is:
• To train academicians in specialized technologies in the area of plant biotechnology and molecular biology and build capacities
• To provide “hands-on” training and exposure to a wide variety of DNA based markers and to impart a conceptual understanding on their myriad applications
• To acquaint the participants to the principles of plant tissue culture and genetic transformation

In vitro regeneration of economically important bamboo species: Dendrocalamus giganteus and Bambusa tulda

July 23, 2007 to
February 28, 2011
The overall objective of the project is to develop micropropagation protocols for Dendrocalamus giganteus and Bambusa tulda. However, the specific objectives of the study are as follows : 1. Collection of experimental material (seeds/nodal segments) of Dendrocalamus giganteus and B. tulda and its establishment at TERIs research station at Gurgaon 2. Develop procedures of in vitro culture initiation 3. Standardize the process of shoot multiplication by axillary branching method followed by rooting of shoots 4.

Setting up of Biomethanation plant at CIDCO Bhavan for management of canteen waste

October 1, 2008 to
February 25, 2011
1/ Designing, providing, construction, Erection & Commissioning of Biomethanation Plant for the treatment of canteen waste including operation and maintenance for six months after the ocnstruction at CIDCO Bhavan, CBD Belapur based on TERI's design - TEAM Technology

2/ Supervision during the construction of the plant

3. Development of microbila consortial for biomethanation of the wastes

4/ Training of the operators from CIDCO

Review of Comprehensive Mobility Plans

June 1, 2010 to
February 22, 2011
The objective of this project was to explore urban sustainability with respect to the provision of basic services in Indian cities. The project was aimed to serve as a step towards the larger goal of developing a framework for guiding Indian cities towards sustainability. As a part of this project, overall sustainability of urban transport sector was defined for Indian cities along with developing a framework to assess and monitor the sustainability of public transportation services.

Designing and Implementing Solar Energy based Livelihood Projects for Rural Communities (DISLP)

April 2, 2010 to
February 9, 2011
TERI is empanelled by the ITEC (Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation)/SCAAP (Special Commonwealth African Assistance Programme), Government of India, for conducting this programme. DISLP course is being offered under this programme for the year 2010/11. The Course aims to build the capacity of organizations and individuals from developing countries, enabling them to apply the enhanced knowledge and skills in large-scale generation of sustainable livelihoods utilizing solar PV technology.

Organization of India Policy Workshop on "Status of MAC replacement technologies"

April 20, 2010 to
January 28, 2011
To organise a two-day India policy workshop on the status of MAC replacement technologies. The overall objective of the workshop is to contribute towards the reduction of direct and indirect releases or emissions of ozone depleting substances (HCFCs) and greenhouse gases (HCFCs and HFCs) both through promotion of zero ozone depletion potential (ODP) and low global warming potential (GWP) alternatives as well as promotion of best practices and better engineered and energy efficient technology.

Energy audit for the LPG import/export terminal of IndianOil Petronas Private Limited at Haldia (WB)

September 1, 2009 to
January 28, 2011
To carry out a comprehensive energy audit study of the Indian Oil Petronas Pvt. Ltd., with the following specific objectives: a. To carry out a detailed performance evaluation of major equipments and auxiliaries in the LPG import/export terminal with a view to identify thrust areas for energy conservation. b. To quantify the extent of energy savings/performance improvement that can be achieved. c. To recommend various technically sound and economically viable measures to improve the end-use energy efficiency.

Advisory support for organisation of a Workshop on Sustainable Energies for SMEs

August 1, 2009 to
January 28, 2011
To provide advisory support to the organisers, M/s InWEnt-Capacity Building International for organisation of the Workshop on Sustainable Energies for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)

Providing treatment as per strategies presented by TERI along with allied civil works to control algal blooms and to improve quality, apperance of water of waterbody in Central Park

September 1, 2009 to
January 20, 2011
The main objectives of the project are:
- To devise natural, practical and sustainable strategies to control Algal blooms and to improve water quality and appearance of water of water bodies at the Central Park.

- Improvement in the qualitative aspects of water such as reduction in PH value, suspended particulate matter, coloration etc. through natural methods without any application of harsh, toxic chemicasl

- To establish a symbiotic fresh water ecosystem of natural acquatic life at the Central Park on a long term sustainable basis.