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Global Centre launch
26 Jan 2014
| The New Indian Express
As part of its corporate social responsibility, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is all set to launch a Global Centre for Sustainability, CSR and Innovation for finding systematic solutions for challenges faced by the society for sustainable development. The centre was formally inaugurated by Chairman, Inter-governmental Panel for Climate Change and Director-General, TERI, Dr R K Pachauri, at Amrita Engineering College Auditorium in Amritapuri, Kerala. Dr Pachauri was announced as the
Read moreAustralia's Deakin University and TERI announce expansion of research centre in New Delhi
24 Jan 2014
| Education News India
A renowned international research centre jointly run by TERI of India and Deakin University in Australia will undergo a major expansion to meet the growing need for scientific solutions to some of the world's most pressing problems. Announcing the expansion, Deakin Vice-Chancellor Professor Jane den Hollander and TERI Director-General Dr R K Pachauri said the TERI-Deakin Nano Biotechnology Research Centre would be housed in a new state-of-the-art facility in Gual Pahari, Gurgaon near New
Read moreExperts urge government to patronize non-motorised vehicles
14 Jan 2014
| The Times of India
Experts who attended a civic forum held recently in Kolkata on 'Improved vehicles and clean fuel for better air quality' urged the government to patronise non-motorised vehicles. The forum was jointly organised by TERI and West Bengal Pollution Control Board. The idea was to sensitize key stakeholders on the issue of clean vehicles and fuels for air quality improvements and discuss key strategies for control of air pollution in urban centres. The aim was to enhance awareness on the technical
Yes Bank inks MoU with TERI to promote sustainable development
10 Jan 2014
| The Economic Times
Yes Bank, as part of its CSR activity, has signed a memorandum of understanding with TERI BCSD (Business Council for Sustainable Development) to accelerate momentum for sustainable development, environmental management, social responsibility and sustained economic performance, among Indian corporates. The MoU will enable Yes Bank to work with BFSI (Banking, Financial Services and Insurance) sector on responsible finance, financial inclusion, especially focusing on agri, MSME and tourism
Read moreDespite high court rap, no policy on e-rickshaws
10 Jan 2014
| The Times of India
Despite a rap from the Delhi high court over its inability to regulate e-rickshaws, the government seems to be in a state of inertia over a policy on them. After it got TERI to conduct a study on the e-rickshaws, the transport department drafted a policy paper on them. However, the government is yet to take a decision on drafting the policy.
Read moreCloud powered rooftop solar PV power estimation tool from TERI
05 Jan 2014
| EE Herald
TERI has announced that it is presently developing cloud computing based open-source web-GIS tool for estimating rooftop solar PV power generation potential particularly for Chandigarh area. There is significant scope for installing solar rooftop photovoltaic systems in many Indian cities. This tool is getting designed to help people to investigate their locations of interest and perform pre-processed analysis.
Read moreAAP's water, energy concerns admirable - but not best way- R K Pachauri
03 Jan 2014
| The Times of India
Dr R K Pachauri, Director-General, TERI, is watching Aam Aadmi Party's moves on water and electricity supply. In this interview, Dr Pachauri discusses alternative suggestions, why citizens should help clean rivers-and why consuming locally grown food is a step forward.
Read moreSolar power a lucrative new opportunity for Punjab SMEs
31 Dec 2013
| Business Standard
TERI has been conducting a high-resolution satellite imaging survey to develop a web-based GIS tool for assessing the availability of rooftop space and radiation in Chandigarh. Mr Amit Kumar, Director, Energy Environment Technology Development, TERI, said that SMEs can start making photovoltaic inverters, charge controllers, electrical components and metallic mounting structures. With the tariffs for conventional power increasing owing to the high cost of coal and diesel, and the cost of
Read moreSolar power a lucrative new opportunity for Punjab SMEs
31 Dec 2013
| Business Standard
TERI has been conducting a high-resolution satellite imaging survey to develop a web-based GIS tool for assessing the availability of rooftop space and radiation in Chandigarh. Mr Amit Kumar, Director, Energy Environment Technology Development, TERI, said that SMEs can start making photovoltaic inverters, charge controllers, electrical components and metallic mounting structures. With the tariffs for conventional power increasing owing to the high cost of coal and diesel, and the cost of
Read moreImportance of green buildings underscored at IPSC conclave
30 Dec 2013
| The Times of India
On the penultimate day of the three-day Indian Public School Conference Heads Conclave at The Daly College, representative of Association for Development and Research of Sustainable Habitat (ADaRSH) gave a presentation on 'green building and Green Rating For Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA) rating system.'
Read more'Trash' festival kicks off in Panaji
17 Dec 2013
| The Times of India
TERI and Tetra Pak India, in association with the Corporation of the City of Panjim (CCP), kicked off TRASH (Thinking, Reflecting and Acting for a Sustainable Habitat) - a three day festival to celebrate 'all things positive' and promote the concept of 'Sustainable Lifestyles' through creative arts, music, theatre, experiential and thought provoking sessions, in the municipal garden today. Tetra Pak South Asia Markets Communications and Environment Director Jaideep Gokhale said, "Students
Read moreGreen buildings are the future
13 Dec 2013
| Deccan Herald
India, on the whole, has around 2000-odd green buildings. This number is expected to grow to a lakh by 2025, according to the Indian Green Building Council. Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment (Griha) is a popular system for evaluating green buildings. Launched by TERI, Griha has over 300 projects registered in the country.
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