Energy reimagined: Understanding the past and the future of energy transition
September 2, 2024
| ET Energyworld
The World is passing through interesting times, in terms of rapid transition that we see on the energy front. In order to imagine what will be like in another half century, it will be apt to look at the history of energy transition and what were the driving factors, says Mr Jiwesh Nandan, Distinguished Fellow, Industrial Energy Efficiency Division, TERI.
A legacy still cherished, even as potters in Khurja shift to modern kilns to shape clay
May 24, 2024 |
May 24, 2024
Press Institute of India
Mr Prosanto Pal, Associate Director of the Industrial Energy Efficiency Division at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), notes the environmental benefits of Khurja's shift to natural gas, highlighting its minimal impact on the local environment. As the pottery sector is energy-intensive, the fuel used in the sector has a bearing on the local industry. However, he cautions against viewing this transition as the ultimate solution, pointing out the scarcity of natural gas resources. According to Pal, the ultimate solution lies in transitioning to electricity-based furnaces.
Wheeling towards sustainable pottery making in Khurja
April 11, 2024 |
April 11, 2024
Mongabay India
The famed pottery industry in Khurja, Uttar Pradesh, has undergone significant modernisation over the years, transitioning from coal-fired kilns to more sustainable options like natural gas, thereby improving energy-efficiency and reducing environmental impact. Mr Prosanto Pal, Associate Director of the Industrial Energy Efficiency Division at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), notes the environmental benefits of Kharja’s shift to natural gas, highlighting its minimal impact on the local environment.
Indian Cement Industry Set to Build 100-150MT Capacity
December 15, 2023 |
December 15, 2023
Construction World
The prestigious Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi, came alive on the morning of December 14th, as luminaries, exhibitors, visitors and delegates converged for the grand inauguration of the 14th Cement Expo and 9th Indian Cement Review Conference 2023. The momentous occasion witnessed the ceremonial ribbon-cutting by Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI; and Ali Emir Adiguzel, Founder and Director, World Cement Association, initiating two days of insightful discussions and collaborative initiatives.
India Makes Substantial Progress In Low-Carbon Energy: Shell-TERI Report
August 2, 2023 |
August 2, 2023
BW Business World
India must give paramount importance to establish a conducive regulatory framework that promotes growth and encourages innovation. In addition, businesses and companies must play an active role in supporting India's ambition of achieving net-zero emissions. Significant contributions can be made by investing in renewable energy, hydrogen, and bioenergy sectors.
Downstream industries: Playing the value-addition game
July 21, 2023
| ET Edge Insights
Major extractive industries such as copper and coal, to name just a few, not only have a vital role to play in a country's economic growth but also in creating an ecosystem that helps in the development of various downstream and ancillary industries. The success of India's petrochemical sector is a great example of what downstream industries can achieve provided they have enough feedstock from upstream companies, which are used as raw materials or inputs for the final products.
