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TERI working on setting up domestic standards for biofuel blending in marine vessels, says Dr Vibha Dhawan

20 Sep 2024

| The Economic Times

Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), outlined the role that the institute's National Centre of Excellence in Green Port and Shipping will play in developing a green and sustainable ports and shipping sector in the country as well as the need for establishing domestic standards for biofuel blending in marine vessels.

Critical Discussion Paper on ‘Climate-Resilient Water Management in India’ unveiled at India Water Week 2024

19 Sep 2024

| Krishak Jagat

The discussion paper was unveiled during the thematic session on 'Demand Management and Water Use Efficiency'. The session, chaired by Dr SK Sarkar, Distinguished Fellow, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), explored the urgent need for efficient water resource management to address the increasing demand and unpredictable availability of water due to climate change.

With climate change, there will be a greater number of extremes and higher precipitation in terms of rainfall, and this will certainly result in an increase in risk aspects of dams in many parts of the country, says Ms Suruchi Bhadwal, Director, Earth Science and Climate Change, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI).

Indian sugar manufacturers partner with TERI, PRAJ for sustainable biofuels

13 Sep 2024

| The Hindu Business Line

The Indian Sugar & Bio Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) on 12 September 2024 announced that it has signed a Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and PRAJ Industries to advance sustainable bioenergy solutions. The MoUs focus on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and explore the potential of bio-ethanol, bio-gas, green bio-hydrogen and green methanol.

Rules have taken away the air from Delhi: Pollution has become the biggest challenge, not a paper plan; Coordination will improve the situation

13 Sep 2024

| Jagran

A study conducted by TERI showed that 76% of the pollution in the city comes from sources located outside Delhi. According to the study, transport (23%), industries including power plants (23%) and biomass burning (14%) were the main contributors to the city's PM 2.5 concentrations during the winter of 2019.

India strengthens North-South partnerships for accelerating solar energy transition at International Solar Festival 2024

09 Sep 2024

| Krishak Jagat

The Leadership Panel on 'India's enhanced role in North-South partnership for faster solar energy transition,' held during the International Solar Festival 2024, brought together key stakeholders to discuss India's pivotal role in advancing global solar energy adoption. Organized by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) in collaboration with the Becquerel Institute, the panel was part of the Private Sector Pavilion and saw participation from leading solar industry experts, policymakers,

Global Leaders Urge Resilient Solar Supply Chains at International Solar Festival 2024

09 Sep 2024

| Solar Quarter

Organized by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) in collaboration with the Becquerel Institute, the session "Making Solar the Energy Source of Choice: Building Resilient Supply Chains for Clean Energy Transitions in the Global South" underscored the importance of strategic investments, climate funding, and international collaboration in accelerating clean energy transitions, particularly in developing countries.

Thinking of buying an EV? Know about battery power output

09 Sep 2024

| The Times of India

At the heart of an electric vehicle's performance is its battery—an integral component that can determine how far you can go in your vehicle, how quickly, and how efficiently. A study by the Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) highlights that improper maintenance and lack of awareness about battery ageing can lead to a 20% increase in downtime.

Awareness about climate resistant crops, gene editing and correct use of fertilizers is also necessary

05 Sep 2024

| Dainik Jagran

The whole world is affected by the effects of climate change. Its effects on the weather are now clearly visible. The most impact of the change in weather is being seen in the agriculture sector. There are many solutions to deal with this disaster. In Jagran Krishi Panchayat, Mr Kalyan Goswami, head of Agro Chemical Federation, Mr Chandrabhushan, CEO of iForest and Dr. Arvind Kapoor, distinguished fellow in TERI's Sustainable Agriculture Division, expressed their views on the impact of

India could be a green energy powerhouse

04 Sep 2024

| The Times of India

India has set an ambitious net zero goal to achieve by 2070, says Dr Sanjukta Subudhi, Associate Director of microbial biofuels and biochemicals at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI). All forms of green energy molecules solar, biobased, hydrothermal, and other biomolecules are seen to play a key role in achieving this net zero goal. One of the cornerstones of India's green energy strategy is its push for biofuels, an energy source that gets far too little attention. The country has

Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India expands Sustainability Garage Initiative

04 Sep 2024

| Business Today

In collaboration with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), MBRDI is establishing a Centre of Excellence in New Delhi dedicated to charging infrastructure. This center will provide specialised training programs on the maintenance of charging infrastructure, aiming to certify 60 young professionals this year.

Farmers of seven new mandals including Ayodhya-Varanasi will get carbon credit

03 Sep 2024

| Hindustan Times

Special Correspondent 07 new divisions have been selected for the purpose of increasing the income of farmers through carbon finance. These include Devipatan, Ayodhya, Jhansi, Mirzapur, Kanpur, Varanasi and Aligarh divisions. For the implementation of the scheme to increase the income of farmers through carbon credit in these divisions, a three-tier MoU was signed on 3 September 2024 between TERI, VNV Advisory and Divisional Chief Forest Conservators of the seven divisions.