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Pine needle power projects to check Uttarakhand forest fires prove to be inadequate
24 May 2024
| The Hindu
Despite the potential, there are many challenges on the ground in Uttarakhand's forests that result in only a miniscule proportion of the available pine needles being collected. Experts have said despite the potential, there are many challenges on the ground in Uttarakhand's forests that result in only a miniscule proportion of the available pine needles being collected. Mr Yogesh Gokhale, Senior Fellow, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) said the steep forest slopes, attacks by wild
Read moreTERI gets nod to document Assam's unexplored traditional knowledge
21 May 2024
| The Times of India
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), in collaboration with The Directorate of Indigenous and Tribal Faith and Culture, has secured govt's approval to document the unexplored traditional knowledge (TK) of Assam. The objective is to identify and replicate the most efficient traditional techniques, methodologies and best practices to ensure their continuity and preservation. The collaboration aims to conduct documentation, assessment and protection of TK in Assam.
Read moreMore research required for decarbonising electricity: TERI
21 May 2024
| The Hindu Business Line
India needs to undertake detailed studies, on an ongoing basis, to get more clarity on the pathways required for decarbonising the power sector, a paper by TERI has suggested.
Read moreWorkshop on Traditional Knowledge for Sustainable Lifestyle held in Guwahati
20 May 2024
| Guwahati Plus
A workshop on Traditional Knowledge for a Sustainable Lifestyle was held on May 20 in Guwahati, organized by TERI-NERC, Guwahati. The event focused on promoting sustainable living through the application of traditional knowledge, drawing attention to the rich cultural heritage and biodiversity of Assam. Mr Pankaj Chakravarty, Joint Secretary of the Indigenous and Tribal Faith and Culture Department, and Director of the Directorate of Indigenous and Tribal Faith and Culture, Government of
Read moreLeachate Contamination: Leachate pollution at Bandhwari Landfill Site: TERI Study
16 May 2024
| Times of India
MCG has asked The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) to conduct a study on leachate contamination at Bandhwari landfill site and its surrounding areas, according to officials. The study is to determine if leachate from the landfill is seeping into nearby areas and identify the direction of its movement. The corporation seeks to gather the crucial data that will help in assessing environmental and health risks associated with the landfill site. Sources said the institute has also proposed
Read moreRajasthan to see unprecedented growth in variable renewable energy says expert
15 May 2024
| The Week
Rajasthan is poised to experience unprecedented growth in cost-effective variable renewable energy (VRE) capacity with projections indicating over 60 GW of VRE capacity by 2030, comprising 30 GW of solar photovoltaics (PV) and 30 GW of wind, energy expert Mr Jiwesh Nandan, Distinguished Fellow, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) said. Today, Indian enterprises are actively creating technologies to address future requirements. During his speech at a mentorship programme for enterprises
Read moreAAU signs MoU on carbon financing project to benefit farmers
11 May 2024
| The Hills Times
The Assam Agricultural University signed a memorandum of understanding with TERI and ReNew Power Synergy Private Limited to work on a project to plant one crore trees in 10 districts of the state for carbon financing to benefit farmers.
Read moreWorld's top climate scientists expect global heating to blast past 1.5C target
08 May 2024
| The Guardian
Mr Dipak Dasgupta, Distinguished Fellow, TERI, observes that the plight of the poor, who suffer most from climate impacts, needs to be addressed.
Read moreTrash it right: we must transform waste management
08 May 2024
| Mint
A report by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) states that India generates over 62 million tonnes of waste in a year. Of this, only 43 million tonnes of total waste generated gets collected, 12 million tonnes is treated before disposal and the rest is simply discarded in waste yards.
Read moreTime To Vote For Green Elections
07 May 2024
| Outlook Planet
According to Ms Shailly Kedia, Senior Fellow TERI, for green elections, the Election Commission can put into place stringent green requirements, especially when it comes campaigning.
read moreIndia gears up for critical minerals expansion with auctions and industry partnerships
29 Apr 2024
| The Economic Times
Mr. V L Kantha Rao, Secretary of Mines, stated at "The Critical Minerals Summit: Enhancing Beneficiation and Processing Capabilities" in Delhi on 29 April 2024 that the auction process for India's critical mineral blocks is on track, with the sale of 38 blocks already scheduled by the conclusion of June. During the event a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed and exchanged between the Mines Ministry, Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation, the Council on Energy, Environment, and
Read moreTata Power Delhi Distribution Limited Organised Second Edition of Urja Arpan Conclave
25 Apr 2024
| PV Magazine
Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (Tata Power-DDL), a leading power utility supplying electricity to a populace of 7 million in North Delhi, hosted the second edition of Urja Arpan Conclave on 24 April 2024, to commemorate the World Earth Day.
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