Headquarters
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
Darbari Seth Block, Core 6C,
India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road,
New Delhi - 110 003, India
Projects
DROP Integrated Watershed Development Project
November 2, 2005 to June 30, 2009
| Completed Project
This integrated watershed development project is proposed to be implemented in Joshu- Bhakru village of Semaltagad Micro-Watershed in Dehradun, Uttaranchal. The project aims to transform the target community into a model village as a replicable example of sustainable rural development.
Development of an integrated and environmental-friendly saccharification process for enhanced ethanol yield from lignocellulose
November 1, 2005 to December 31, 2007
| Completed Project
The objective is to develop an integrated and environment-friendly process to enhance ethanol yield from lignocellulose. In order to hydrolyse the cellulosic portion of the substrate, two issues need to be mainly addressed. One, lignin dissolution with cleavage of ether linkage between lignin and cellulose molecule so as to produce a cellulose-rich residue.
Differential tax structure linked to energy efficiency of cars
October 21, 2005 to January 15, 2006
| Completed Project
Assessing the impact of regulations on ambient air and health in Delhi
October 10, 2005 to January 10, 2007
| Completed Project
In recent years, several actions have been taken to address the growing air pollution problem in the Indian cities. Though these actions have reduced the concentration of certain pollutants, namely lead and sulphur dioxide, the trend in the main criteria pollutant – particulate matter – is not clear. Most importantly, decision-makers often lack scientific evidence.
Creating awareness amongst youth on policy issues related to climate change with specific reference to COP-11
October 7, 2005 to January 31, 2006
| Completed Project
College students from Delhi will be targeted for the 'Youth COP 11'. This event is seen as an opportunity for the young leaders to put forward their concerns on climate related issues. A series of sensitization and awareness programmes will be held for this group.
Demand forecast, loss estimation, and power system master plan for Sikkim
October 3, 2005 to December 8, 2010
| Completed Project
The main objectives of the project are: (1) category-wise demand forecasting both energy and power for the state corresponding to each year of the Eleventh Plan Period (2007-12); (2) year-wise supply side assessment for the existing, under construction, and sanctioned generating power stations for the state corresponding to the Eleventh Plan Period (2007-12);
Detection and control of microbial-induced corrosion in oil and gas pipelines through a biotechnological approach
October 1, 2005 to July 31, 2009
| Completed Project
The project aims at development of efficient detection strategy of MIC (microbial induced corrosion) causing microbial strains in the pipelines so that the extensive damage is prevented by not allowing these microbes to colonize in the pipelines.
Characterization and evalulation of CMCC germplasm for their specific applications
October 1, 2005 to March 31, 2009
| Completed Project
This project would essentially characterize the arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungal germplasm collected over a period of 10 years in the Centre for Mycorrhizal Culture Collection (CMCC) at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI).
CDM promotion platform: interaction between Indian and Japanese stakeholders
September 23, 2005 to March 9, 2006
| Completed Project
The Japan Consulting Institute proposes to set up a CDM (clean development mechanism) Promotion Platform Scheme, which will provide an opportunity for interaction between the EPC suppliers possessing unique technology in the areas of energy conservation and air pollution control in Japan and industries in India that may want to use these technologies to develop the CDM projects.
Evaluation of the Catalytic Development Programme of Central Silk Board, Government of India
September 21, 2005 to July 31, 2006
| Completed Project
Central Silk Board, implemented Catalytic Development Programme (CDP) during 10th Five Year Plan in order to boost the sericulture sector in the country. The larger goal of the programme was to enhance the production of raw silk in the country and fulfill the domestic demand of raw silk.