Projects

Developing Management Plan for Establishment of Green Belt at Utkal Alumina International Limited (UAIL), HINDALCO, Odisha

December 18, 2024 to March 19, 2025

| Completed Project

| Land | Forest & Biodiversity | Waste | Environment | Climate Change

Sustainable Land Restoration and Greenbelt Development: Rayagada, Odisha

TERI recently conducted a comprehensive study to assess and develop a restoration plan for approximately 22 hectares of degraded land surrounding the Red Mud Pond (RMP) in Rayagada, Odisha.

Valuation of Ecosystem Services of Forest Ecosystem in Chhattisgarh and its potential contribution to State Gross Domestic Product

December 1, 2024 to March 31, 2026

| Completed Project

| Forest & Biodiversity

Forests provide a wide range of ecosystem services; however, it is inherently challenging to place a monetary value on many of these. As a result, the full contribution of forests to the economy is often unaccounted for, and decisions regarding the allocation of financial resources are frequently based only on the value of services with a clear price tag.

Process Development of 2G Ethanol under the Indo-UK Agri-Jet Collaboration

October 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025

| Completed Project

| Microbes

Advancing 2G Ethanol for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF): An Indo-UK Collaboration

The Advanced Biofuels Division at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), specifically within the Microbial Biofuels & Biochemicals (MBB) area, has partnered with the Green Chemistry Centre of Excellence at the University of York (UK).

Assessment of Climate Change Impacts on Wind Resources at Thimmapuram in Andhra Pradesh

August 21, 2024 to March 31, 2025

| Completed Project

| Climate Change | Energy

How TERI helped Hero Wind Energy understand future wind patterns

We studied how climate change is affecting wind speeds at Hero Wind Energy’s wind farm in Thimmapuram, Andhra Pradesh and what it means for the coming years.

Client: Hero Wind Energy Pvt Ltd.

Location: Thimmapuram Village, Anantapur District

Project Year: 2024–2025

EN-Powered Schools A School Education and Engagement Initiative on Energy Issues

June 8, 2024 to June 6, 2025

| Completed Project

| Energy Efficiency | Environment | Energy

EN-Powered Schools

A School Education and Engagement Initiative on Energy Issues

Boosting farmers’ income and reducing carbon footprint through solar technology application and cultivation of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAPs) in agricultural practices in Tehsil Bakshi Ka Talab, District Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

May 2, 2024 to May 30, 2025

| Completed Project

| Sustainable Agriculture | Resources & Sustainable Development | Skill Development & Awareness Programmes

Agriculture sector plays a vital role in the Indian economy, employing nearly half of the country's workforce and contributing significantly to GDP growth. It not only provides food security but also supports various allied industries, such as textiles, food processing, and agrochemicals.

Study on Microplastics in Yamuna River and Groundwater in Delhi

April 23, 2024 to June 15, 2025

| Completed Project

| Water | Waste | Environment

The project 'Study on Microplastics in Yamuna River and Groundwater in Delhi' was commissioned by the Department of Environment, Government of NCT of Delhi (GNCTD), and successfully completed during 2024–2025. This pioneering research was designed to quantify the presence of microplastics (MP) within Delhi’s aquatic ecosystems and to provide a scientific roadmap for mitigation.

Study of Yamuna Frothing in Delhi

April 1, 2024 to June 15, 2025

| Completed Project

| Water | Waste | Environment

Study of Yamuna Frothing in Delhi: Investigation and Mitigation Strategies

The project “Study of Yamuna Frothing in Delhi” was commissioned by the Department of Environment, Government of NCT of Delhi (GNCTD), and was successfully completed during 2024–2025.

Biotech-KISAN (Biotech–Krishi Innovation Science Application Network)

April 1, 2024 to April 1, 2026

| Completed Project

| Sustainable Agriculture

The DBT-led Biotech-KISAN initiative bridges the gap between scientific research and farming communities by promoting location-specific, technology-driven agricultural practices. TERI–North Eastern Regional Centre (TERI-NERC) functioned as a Biotech-KISAN Hub, focusing on field-level demonstrations and farmer capacity building.

Assessment of Community Benefits from E-Bus Operations

March 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024

| Completed Project

| Energy | Transport

As India continues its transition toward cleaner and more sustainable transportation systems, electric mobility has emerged as a critical pathway for reducing emissions, improving urban air quality, and enhancing the quality, reliability, and accessibility of public transport.