Projects

Completed Projects

Study on Potential Areas of Technological Collaboration between India and Japan and Identification of Key Barriers to Enhanced Technology Transfer

January 14, 2011 to
March 13, 2011

TERI in partnership with Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities Co., Ltd. (MUMSS) has engaged in a project with the aim to accelerate cooperative activities involving introduction of new technologies, between India and Japan towards promoting the uptake of low-carbon technologies.

Framing a blueprint for the turnaround of power sector in Jammu and Kashmir
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January 1, 2009 to
March 13, 2011
The several operational inefficiencies and the large revenue gaps in the power sector of Jammu and Kashmir have hampered the financial stability of the sector. Following which, the Power Development Department, Government of Jammu and Kashmir commissioned TERI to carry out an assessment of technical and financial performance of the power sector in the state in 2009, which is characterized by operational inefficiencies and develop a roadmap for turnaround.

Design and monitor rainwater harvesting implementation at BSES grid station in Common Wealth village

August 3, 2009 to
March 11, 2011
The aim of the project is to provide an action plan and design for implementation of rainwater harvesting and water conservation measures at BSES Power Station in Commonwealth Village, New Delhi.

Specific objectives of the project are:

a) Lower operating costs by reducing dependence on tankers and DJB piped water supply

b) Give BSES greater ownership and control over its water supply

c) Decrease the environmental impact of BSES power station with regards to Water.

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.