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New study shows how microplastics are smuggling toxic metals into the Brahmani River

20 Jun 2026
| Research Matters

A collaborative study by researchers from Auburn University, Nalanda University, Manipal Institute of Technology, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), and Nagaland University has revealed that microplastics are accumulating in the river’s sediments, acting as chemical sponges that absorb dangerous pollutants.

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TERI Unveils Corporate Sustainability Leadership Programme 2026 Focused on ESG, AI, and Carbon Markets

19 Jun 2026
| Global Agriculture

Building on the success of its 2025 Executive ESG Certification Programme, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) has launched the second cohort of its flagship three-month hybrid certification programme, “Navigating ESG, AI & Carbon Markets,” aimed at equipping professionals to lead sustainability transformation in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

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Besides energy security, the clean transition in the trucking sector would also ensure clean air." Sharif Qamar

16 Jun 2026
| HT Auto

In an exclusive interaction with HT Auto, Mr Sharif Qamar, Associate Director, Transport and Urban Governance Division, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) explains how stricter truck fuel-efficiency norms can strengthen India's energy security, cut emissions, accelerate EV adoption and boost clean mobility.

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Rs 9,585 crore NCR scheme to scrap 2.07 lakh old trucks, buses; BS-VI, electric replacements only

16 Jun 2026
| The Tribune

According to a 2018 joint report by Automotive Research Association of India and TERI, the transport sector contributes 14% of PM2.5, 40% of carbon monoxide, and 63% of nitrogen oxide emissions in the NCR. Within that, trucks and buses account for 36% of PM2.5 emissions despite making up only 3% of the total fleet. 

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TERI, Zenora and Firstpost to launch programme for business leaders; webinar scheduled tomorrow

16 Jun 2026
| Firstpost

TERI, Zenora and Firstpost will launch the Corporate Sustainability Leadership Programme 2026 through a webinar, focusing on ESG, AI and carbon markets for business leaders.

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India aims to reach 155 GW of installed wind energy capacity by 2035: Union minister Joshi

15 Jun 2026
| The Economic Times

Industry stakeholders, including the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and the National Institute of Wind Energy (NiWE), have projected that India would require over 100 GW of wind energy capacity by 2030 to ensure an affordable and sustainable energy transition.

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Pralhad Joshi launches India’s first wind turbine supply chain management portal

15 Jun 2026
| The Hindu Business Line

All industry stakeholders including the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE) have recommended that 100 GW of wind is needed by 2030 to ensure that the energy transition is successful, affordable and sustainable.

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Brick factories in NCR flouting CAQM’s coal ban: CSE report

13 Jun 2026
| The Hindustan Times

Brick kilns accounted for an average 8% of the total PM2.5 emissions by all industries in the region during the winter season, according to a 2016-17 study for Delhi-NCR conducted by the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI).

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SEIA 2026: Vibha Dhawan The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) receives award for Women in Agri‑Energy Leadership

13 Jun 2026
| Chinimandi

Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), was honored with the Women in Agri-Energy Leadership Award at SEIA 2026 in recognition of her outstanding contributions to sustainable agriculture, bioenergy, and clean energy transitions.

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The Bioeconomy Blueprint: Industry calls for waste valorisation, diversification and new revenue streams at SEIC 2026

13 Jun 2026
| ChiniMandi

Dr Sanjukta Subudhi, Senior Fellow, Advanced Biofuels Division, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)  said India's bioethanol sector has grown sixteen-fold in recent years, driven by biological production processes using microorganisms. She highlighted that the same ethanol infrastructure can be used to produce higher-value bio-based chemicals, stressing industry–academia collaboration to diversify and expand the bioeconomy.

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DG Shipping, TERI Strengthen Collaboration on Maritime Decarbonization

13 Jun 2026
| India Seatrade News

The Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping) held a high-level meeting with the National Centre of Excellence in Green Port and Shipping (NCoEGPS) and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) at TERI Headquarters in New Delhi to advance India’s maritime sustainability and decarbonization agenda.

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