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India's transport sector boom to push fuel use, emissions higher: Study
25 Nov 2024
| Business Standard
TERI undertook the project to forecast India’s transport demand until 2070-71, when the country aims to achieve net-zero emissions. The study assesses the sector’s baseline emission trajectory and explores strategies to mitigate emissions through technology-driven measures. These include improving fuel economy, promoting alternative fuel technologies, incorporating biofuel blends, and increasing the share of freight carried by railways, said Mr Sharif Qamar, Associate Director, TERI. "While
Read moreIndia has world's fourth-largest rail network, but its freight loves the highways
15 Oct 2024
| The Economic Times
Around 70% of the goods transportation in India prefers road over rail because of its door-to-door service, reliability and consistently improving highway infrastructure. For an economy of the size of India, which is aiming to reduce high logistics costs and cut carbon emissions, that is not good news.
Read moreThinking of buying an EV? Know about battery power output
09 Sep 2024
| The Times of India
At the heart of an electric vehicle's performance is its battery—an integral component that can determine how far you can go in your vehicle, how quickly, and how efficiently. A study by the Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) highlights that improper maintenance and lack of awareness about battery ageing can lead to a 20% increase in downtime.
Read moreMercedes-Benz Research and Development India expands Sustainability Garage Initiative
04 Sep 2024
| Business Today
In collaboration with The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), MBRDI is establishing a Centre of Excellence in New Delhi dedicated to charging infrastructure. This center will provide specialised training programs on the maintenance of charging infrastructure, aiming to certify 60 young professionals this year.
Read moreTraffic Jam: बारिश में कैसे संभले ट्रैफिक जाम, मोबाइल की ताकत और बेहतर प्रशिक्षण से बनेगी बात
01 Aug 2024
| Amar Ujala
The big question is whether such traffic jams can be avoided? When the common citizens of a city and the workers engaged in managing the traffic system are aware of which places in the city are likely to be waterlogged, can the severity of this problem be reduced by giving them better training and taking some technical assistance? Mr Sharif Qamar, Associate Director of Transport and Urban Management Department of TERI, said we should understand that only a certain number of private vehicles
Read moreYou should be able to walk to metro within 500 metres anywhere in Delhi: DMRC MD Vikas Kumar
15 Jun 2024
| The Times of India
From a survey carried out by TERI, it can be noted that the latest figure for 2023 shows that around 597361 vehicles have gone off the roads daily in Delhi-NCR due to the metro. The number of two-wheelers has increased after the pandemic.
Read moreHow is India planning to boost EV production?
24 Apr 2024
| The Hindu
How does it cater to Indian markets? Mr I.V. Rao, Distinguish Fellow at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), thinks that global players in India must consider local circumstances, like the environment, roads, and usage conditions.
Read moreIndia sets up task force to accelerate EV drive
23 Apr 2024
| Mint
To promote the country's electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem in line with its vision of Viksit Bharat, the Centre is in the process of establishing a task force to create a roadmap for the industry, according to a letter sent by the ministry of heavy industries (MHI) to automakers. Mr I.V. Rao, Distinguished Fellow at TERI, one of the agencies in the task force, confirmed the ministry's move.
Read moreIn car fuel economy, India might catch up with Europe
16 Apr 2024
| Mint
The third phase of corporate average fuel economy, or CAFE-III norms, is being prepared by the road transport and highways ministry and the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), two people aware of the matter said, adding that the new norms may come into effect from 2027. Newer and cleaner technologies help car makers accrue super credits, which help them meet the limits set under CAFE norms for passenger cars, said Mr Sharif Qamar Associate Director, The Energy and Resources Institute (
Read moreBy when can India indigenise electric vehicle production? | Explained
30 Mar 2024
| The Hindu
The Union government on March 15 approved a policy to promote India as a manufacturing hub for electric vehicles (EVs). Broadly, the policy attempts to pave the way for global EV manufacturers to invest in India and to manufacture locally. "This will provide Indian consumers with access to latest technology, boost the Make in India initiative, strengthen the EV ecosystem by promoting healthy competition among EV players," the government stated, adding that this move would lead to
Read moreIndia is installing solar powered EV charging stations. Will it work?
07 Mar 2024
| The Economic Times
In February, electric vehicle (EV) ride-sharing platform BluSmart announced a deal with Tata Power to recharge its electric cabs using solar energy, ensuring no fossil fuels are used in their operation. The deal shows a viable path for cleaner and cheaper mobility options.
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