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Publications
Simultaneous production of bio-crude bio-oil via hydrothermal liquefaction and carotenoids via supercritical extraction from Nannochloropsis oceanica and recycling effluent to establish circular processes
Research Paper
| December 14, 2023
Commercial production of microalgae biofuel is not economically feasible since it cannot compete with the price of fossil fuels. Algal biofuel could be cost-effective if high-value co-products are produced from microalgal biomass before it is converted into biofuel. Thus, this research aims to demonstrate a circular biorefinery process of producing bio-crude bio-oil as well as high-value products like carotenoids from a marine microalga Nannochloropsis oceanica.
Nanofertilizers developed by TERI's Sustainable Agriculture Program for achieving climate-smart agriculture are approved by the Department of Agriculture for manufacturing and marketing
Article
| December 12, 2023
Nanofertilizers have promised to overcome the adverse effect of excessive conventional fertilizers on environment and health. Our extensive studies have shown that the use of nanofertilizers, in combination with ‘bulk’ fertilizer(s), can reduce the application size of conventional fertilizers by 25-50 % in agricultural fields. TERI has developed three nano-fertilizer technologies up to commercial scale. These include nano Urea, nano DAP and nano Phosphorous.
A brief mapping of patents in microalgae-based systems
Research Paper
| December 4, 2023
Microalgae-based systems are one of the most sustainable substitutes for naturally occurring compounds, such as pigments, lipids, fatty acids, carotenoids, and proteins, which are well known to have various applications. In the past few decades, vigorous research has been conducted in the field of microalgae-based commercial applications. Global market trends have flourished tremendously with the increase in research and development of microalgae-based systems, focusing on the innovation of processes and development of products.
Advancing Environmental and Climate Goals Through a Multidimensional Model of Green Budgeting
Policy brief
| December 4, 2023
While environmental regulation is the principal responsibility of environmental ministries, their locus standi in terms of implementation is limited as much of the implementation lies with other line ministries/departments and public agencies. Hence, it is essential that ‘environment’ is mainstreamed across ministries, departments, and sectors.
Internationalizing Lifestyles For Sustainable Development
Policy brief
| December 2, 2023
Mainstream frameworks on sustainable consumption and production fail to holistically capture downstream segments of resource consumption and production systems, especially regarding lifestyle choices, including its links to upstream and midstream components.
Discussion paper on Operationalization of the Loss and Damage Fund: Challenges and Opportunities
Policy brief
| November 29, 2023
Enhancing India’s Biofuels Program: Examining the Role of Oxyfuels in India’s Clean Fuel Transition
Policy brief
| November 28, 2023
The Energy Resources Institute (TERI) in association with the Asian Clean Fuels Association (ACFA) Singapore, a global consortium of leading petrochemical companies and FTI Consulting, a leading global business consulting firm, had jointly undertaken an extensive study and feasibility analysis of oxyfuels (including ethers and alcohols) for co-blending in gasoline in India.
Just Energy Transition Partnerships, Climate Action, and Minilateralism
Policy brief
| November 24, 2023
Transitioning towards clean energy and renewable sources is a significant measure to restrict Greenhouse Gas emissions and meet the climate goals set out in the Paris Agreement. Upcoming minilateral mechanisms, especially partnerships such as JETPs, despite setting ambitious targets have little to offer on recognizing the specific needs of the Global South to support sustainable energy transitions.