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Loss and Damage Fund talks deadlocked before COP28 as rich nations push for World Bank control
19 Oct 2023
| The Print
Private sector capital can be leveraged and other multilateral financial institutions can be asked to contribute to the Fund if it’s operated by the World Bank as a facility. The World Bank facility will offer loans rather than grants. This could lead to countries accumulating debt, said Mr R R Rashmi, former lead climate negotiator and Distinguished Fellow at TERI.
Read morePrayers and pollution — the two Ps of the Puja
18 Oct 2023
| The Indian Express
Idols are mostly made of PoP and decorated with non-biodegradable materials which are highly contaminating in nature says Ms Niyati Seth, a Research Associate at TERI.
Read moreEarly farm fires, Met conditions may help keep toxic air at bay this winter
17 Oct 2023
| The Times of India
Although stubble burning started earlier this year, its frequency is relatively low compared to the overall incidents observed in this period, indicating the worst is yet to come says Mr R Suresh, Senior Fellow, Centre for Air Quality Research, TERI.
Read moreGCC cracks down on big bulk waste generators, imposes fine
10 Oct 2023
| The Times of India
To tackle the menace, the GCC is in talks with TERI, a research think-tank to take sessions for BWGs on rules, penalties and impacts of dumping bulk waste in GCC bins. Ms V Videesha, research associate, waste management division, TERI, said they would be speaking on how BWGs could manage organic waste composting, producing bio-gas and outsourcing them.
Read moreIn green push, bicycles emerge as new mode of transport in Srinagar
08 Oct 2023
| Deccan Herald
According to a study by TERI, if bicycles replaced motorised vehicles for short distance trips, it can result in an annual benefit of Rs 1.8 trillion through energy savings (oil equivalent) and CO2 emission reduction.
Read moreNeed and Demand for Green Buildings in India
07 Oct 2023
| The CSR Journal
Energy efficiency lies at the core of green buildings. They optimise energy efficiency, water usage, and waste management, while also considering the use of local materials and ecology. The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) estimates that embracing green building concepts could save a substantial 8,400 megawatts of power annually in Indian urban areas, effectively providing lighting for 550,000 homes each year. These figures underscore the significant impact green buildings can
Read moreDeveloped nations' L&D funding proposals threaten progress at COP28, Global South experts warn
30 Sep 2023
| The Hindu Business Line
India should insist on consistency with UNFCCC principles of equity and common-but-differentiated responsibilities. The Responsibility lies squarely with developed countries, there cannot be two sets of rules one for general climate finance and another for loss and damage said Mr RR Rashmi, Distinguished Fellow, TERI.
Read moreSustainability Dialogues: An interview with Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI
29 Sep 2023
| BSG for SDG Sustainable Newsletter, issue 13, September 2023
It is natural to feel overwhelmed when faced with huge challenges such as combating air pollution and promoting sustainability. However, the key is in not getting bogged down and maintaining momentum towards working for sustainable solutions. What is important is the choice 'to act' towards a solution which will inspire others to set off a domino effect says Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI.
Read moreIndia Net Zero Forum: Affordability key for undertaking energy transition in India
29 Sep 2023
| ET Energy World
The current production cost of Green Energy at $8 per kg is too expensive, making energy transition a challenge and that the country needs to invest in research and development to address it. India should be co-developing Green energy technology and undertake training of human resources in Green Energy sector says Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI.
Read moreCountdown to COP28 UAE: UAE Ambassador brings together key stakeholders to build collaboration for climate action
29 Sep 2023
| The Print
In the run-up to the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to be held at Expo City, Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the UAE Ambassador to India Mr Abdulnasser Alshaali hosted a roundtable discussion with senior civil society and think tank leaders in New Delhi, informed the UAE embassy in New Delhi. The roundtable, which deliberated upon critical climate action strategies, highlighted the role of constructive
Read moreHidden danger in the air? What you need to know about rising ozone pollution
24 Sep 2023
| Wion News
India, unfortunately, is home to numerous highly polluted cities in the world. While particulate matter often dominates headlines, the menace of ozone pollution has been lurking in the shadows. Unlike other pollutants, ozone is not directly emitted from any source, ozone isopleths forms when nitrogen oxides (NOx), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), carbon monoxide (CO) and methane (CH4) react in the presence of sunlight and high temperatures explained Mr R Suresh, Senior Fellow, TERI.
Read moreIndia has a solar power potential of over 3,300 GW: MNRE
23 Sep 2023
| The Hindu Business Line
In August, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) released a study re-evaluating India’s solar power potential. The policy think tank estimates India’s total solar power potential at around 10,830 GW, with ground-mounted solar PV on barren and unculturable land being the highest at 4,909 GW.
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