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Agriculture sector plays a vital role in the Indian economy, employing nearly half of the country's workforce and contributing significantly to GDP growth. It not only provides food security but also supports various allied industries, such as textiles, food processing, and agrochemicals. Despite challenges like unstable market and climate change, agriculture remains a crucial driver of rural development, poverty alleviation, and overall economic growth.
Farming sustainability for livelihood enhancement through affordable technologies for small land holdings farmers of hilly areas of Uttarakhand
The project empowers power loom weavers by enhancing their livelihoods through the integration of solar energy solutions
The CSR project funded by The Security Printing & Minting Corporation of India Ltd. (SPMCIL) and implemented by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) was strategically formulated on the above-mentioned concept i.e. Integrated Rural Development for Environment Sustainability and Social Development. As part of our commitment to integrated development, TERI is developing a model village in Siroliya, Madhya Pradesh.
The project, ‘Farming Sustainability for Livelihood Enhancement through Affordable Technologies for Small Land Holdings Farmers of Hilly Areas of Uttarakhand’ seeks to promote eco-friendly and sustainable agricultural techniques that mitigate environmental impact, ensuring the long-term health of the land and preserving biodiversity. Introducing modern techniques will empower farmers to optimize their resources, increase efficiency, and adapt to changing climatic conditions, bolstering resilience in uncertain times. The project is designed to foster community engagement and participation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.