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Book on sustainable development launched
11 Feb 2024
| The Tribune
With the increased use of community transport and being less dependent on fossil fuels, an individual could contribute in achieving sustainable development, says Dr Yogesh Gokhale, editor of the book 'TERI's Solutions for Sustainable Development' launched by the Vice President of India Mr Jagdeep Dhankhar. Dr Gokhale, who is area convener of Centre for Forest Management & Governance and Nutritional Security with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), said through changes in
Read moreWSDS Ends With Release of Act4Earth Manifesto
09 Feb 2024
| Outlook
Ministers from various countries attended the World Sustainable Development Summit convened by The Energy and Resource Institute (TERI) and delivered the paths for sustainable development. WSDS concluded with the release of the Act4Earth Manifesto. The Manifesto summarised the learnings from the 16 plenaries and 31 thematic tracks that were held during the three-day event. During the summit subject matter experts, industry captains, ministers and youth focussed on wide range of issues
Read moreIndia a global force multiplier in climate change fight: PM lauds
08 Feb 2024
| Business Standard
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) for the 23rd edition of the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) and said that India has emerged as a global force multiplier in the fight against climate change. In his message for the summit on 7 February 2024, Prime Minister Modi highlighted that the World Sustainable Development Summit has evolved into a pre-eminent platform to foster dialogue, collaboration, and action on
Read moreClimate justice should be North Star in fight against climate change: VP Jagdeep Dhankhar
08 Feb 2024
| The Economic Times
Vice President Mr Jagdeep Dhankhar on 7 February 2024 said climate justice should guide the efforts against climate change, considering its disproportionate impact on the most-vulnerable communities. Addressing the World Sustainable Development Summit organised by independent think tank TERI, Mr Dhankhar highlighted India's leading role in global environmental protection and climate justice initiatives.
Read moreIndia force multiplier in global fight against climate change: PM
07 Feb 2024
| Moneycontrol
Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi said on 7 February 2024 that India has emerged as a global force multiplier in the fight against climate change. In a written message for the launch of the World Sustainable Development Summit by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), he said that the country's focus on clean energy highlights its keen sense of responsibility for the future.
Read moreWe need to have a more sustainable and equitable world if we want to survive: Vibha Dhawan, DG, TERI
06 Feb 2024
| Outlook
TERI's annual World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) starts on 7th February and is a platform to discuss threadbare issues surrounding the climate discourse. Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI discussed with Ms Naina Gautam about the prospects of climate discourse, COP28 and what lies ahead for climate action. Dr Dhawan highlighted the role of WSDS 2024 which can play a very constructive role, through dialogue. The initiatives that are taken at the global level and to
Read moreClimate Change: How Budget 2024 is a ‘Landmark in India’s journey to Net-Zero Economy’
06 Feb 2024
| Wionews
Indian Finance Minister Ms Nirmala Sitharaman said during her Budget 2024 speech that India will solarise rooftops of 10 million households and provide viability gap funding for harnessing offshore wind energy potential with an initial capacity of one gigawatt in an effort to achieve net-zero carbon emissions. Dr Shailly Kedia, Senior Fellow, TERI and Curator of the World Sustainable Development Summit, said the government has continued to expand the mandate for green growth. It is
Read moreTransitioning towards cleaner energy and adaptation measures becomes priority: TERI Director General
05 Feb 2024
| UNI
As the world grapples with adverse effects of climate change, transitioning towards cleaner energy and adaptation measures has become a priority, opines Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI. Addressing the curtain raiser event for the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) to be inaugurated by Vice-President Mr Jagdeep Dhankar on 7 February 2024 in the national capital.
Read moreTERI summit on Sustainable Development to Focus on Leadership and Climate Justice
30 Jan 2024
| Outlook
A global summit called the 23rd World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) will be held from February 7-9 and organised by the Energy and Resources Institute (TERI). The summit will bring together thought leaders, policymakers, and experts from the Global South to discuss environmental sustainability and social equity. The summit addresses challenges such as conflict, planetary crises, and setbacks in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Vice President of India is expected to
Read moreGO4Youth Olympiad 2024: Registration Begins From January 31; Check Exam Details
29 Jan 2024
| News18
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has officially released the dates for the GO4Youth Olympiad 2024. Organised by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and supported by the UGC, Ministry of Education (MoE), and Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), this annual event aims to foster environmental consciousness and aptitude among students in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across India. Aspiring participants can mark their calendars as the registration
Read moreWorld Sustainable Development Summit in Delhi to see assembly of leaders
28 Jan 2024
| Indo Asian News Sevice
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) will be organising 23rd edition of World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) from February 7-9 at the India Habitat Centre here that will see assembly of leaders, policymakers and experts to engage in discussions, share innovative solutions, and formulate strategies which prioritize not only environmental sustainability but also social equity. In the backdrop of ever-growing conflict situation, planetary crisis, and sliding back of key
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