Ongoing Projects

Setting up of a 100 kg per day bio-methanation plant in NTPC Farakka

August 1, 2019

The main objective of this project is to install a solid waste treatment plant based on TERI's Enhanced Acidification and Methanation (TEAM) technology at PTS township, NTPC Farakka. This plant would treat 100 kg of organic waste generated from the kitchen. TERI will supply the TEAM equipment, erect, and commission the plant. The biogas produced from the plant will be used for partial replacement of LPG in the kitchen; and the manure will be used for horticulture purposes.

A study on the role of Discoms in using grid support services from solar rooftop PV systems and storage

August 1, 2019

This project focuses on exploring the use of storage systems and solar roof top systems to meet grid management services. The analysis will help in understanding cost benefit scenarios for the case studies. The report will serve as tool for DISCOMs to promote solar roof top systems and storage systems for such applications and thereby improving their financial viability.

Scaling up the switch to cleaner fuels (Renewable Energy & Electrification) in industrial processes - Phase-II

August 1, 2019
| Energy
| Energy Efficiency

The broad objective of this phase of the project will be to identify additional industrial applications for switch-over to electricity, facilitate implementation and engage in consultation/dialogue for awareness rising.

Development of Flood Warning System for Guwahati & Jorhat Town

August 1, 2019
| Environment

TERI in collaboration with the National Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF), India; TERI School of Advanced Studies (TERI SAS) and the Norwegian Research Center (NORCE) have undertaken this study with support from the Assam State Disaster Management Authority and the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs with an aim to enhance disaster preparedness of Guwahati and Jorhat cities in Assam. The study will focus on the potential impact of flooding and identification of flood prone areas in Guwahati and Jorhat cities.

Integrated development of four VP in Goa through Convergence of Government Schemes

July 15, 2019

The National Rural Livelihood Mission’s (NRLM) main objective is to organize the poor into SHGs (self-help groups) and make them capable for self-employment.  The challenge is to unleash their capabilities to generate meaningful livelihoods and enable them to come out of poverty. The main objective of the project is to assess the enhancement of livelihoods among the beneficiaries under NRLM.

India prepares to host UN conference to curb land degradation

July 12, 2019
| Land

Around 147 million hectares in India is undergoing some form of degradation. India needs sustainable management of land, forest, and water.

Initiatives with NEDO in energy domain during 2019-2020

July 10, 2019
| Energy

This study will cover the following two topics: (1) Studies on Indian Government Policy: The aim of the proposed study is to monitor the policy level changes and initiatives in renewable energies and advanced industrial technologies, to provide a clear picture of how India is progressing towards its objectives of promoting cleaner energy sources.

Formation, Promotion and Nurturing of one Farmer Producer's Organization

July 2, 2019
| Sustainable Agriculture

The main objective of this project is to establish a Farmer Producer Organization at Block Okhalkanda, District Nainital for the benefit of farmers.

Research and capacity building on SDG 12

July 1, 2019

The objective of the project is to contribute to strengthening national policies on Sustainable Consumption and Production in India while supporting SDG 12 goal implementation and reporting. The following three activities of the project will be included: Activity 1 - Country knowledge product in form of assessment to support national decision making on SDG 12; Activity 2 - National policy dialogue based on country knowledge product; Activity 3 - Follow-up support on SDG 12 reporting.