TERI participated in an expert workshop on “Finalizing India’s Country Report on Urban Climate Finance” on April 15, organized by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), in partnership with GIZ India and India’s National Institute of Urban Affairs, as part of the Integrated Urban Climate Action for Low Carbon and Resilient Cities (Urban Act) project in India. Mr Sanjay Seth, Senior Director, Sustainable Infrastructure Programme, TERI addressed the gathering being the city implementation partner of the project and provided insights and feedback on the report.
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| Expert Talk: TERI on "Simplifying Sustainability" with 92.7 Big FM |
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TERI conversed with RJ Khurafati Nitin on 92.7 Big FM as a part of “Simplifying Sustainability” Campaign. Mr Sanjay Seth, Senior Director, Sustainable Infrastructure Programme, in an engaging episode on June 12, 2024 discussed issues pertaining to heat stresses and measures to mitigate them while also addressing topics like sustainability in the built environment including green buildings, sustainable mobility, and eco-conscious lifestyles.
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| EV Taskforce on Skilling in E-Trucking and EV Ecosystem Constituted by the Ministry of Heavy Industries |
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TERI led a stakeholder consultation as part of the EV Taskforce on Skilling formed by the Ministry of Heavy Industries, jointly with International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) with the agenda of skilling in e-trucking and EV ecosystem in India. The objective of the meeting was to receive feedback and suggestions from the key stakeholders on the topic of skilling. The consultation witnessed active participation from diverse set of participants such as policymakers, course curators, training institutes and associations, testing agencies, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and other industry partners. The stakeholders presented their views and contributions to skilling initiatives in the industry.
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| TERI at Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation for T-CAP Project |
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Ms Shiren Pandita, Associate Fellow, TERI, visited Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) on June 15 and 16 to engage with key stakeholders of the project “Transformative Climate Action using Participatory Data-Driven Decision-Making Platforms” (T-CAP). During the visit, she presented the structure, charter, and use case of the Vizag-Prajamukhi Urban Living Lab (V-PULL) to solidify and advance the project’s goals. She also met with the Commissioner of the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) and the Sustainable Resilient Unit (SRU) to explore potential synergies for the T-CAP project. The Prajamukhi Urban Living Lab in Visakhapatnam is set to begin its first use case and establish its core committees in the coming weeks.
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| Regional Conference: TERI at "Low-Carbon Prosperity in Progress: Transforming Transport in Asia" in Bangkok |
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TERI represented by Mr Sharif Qamar, Fellow and Associate Director, participated in the regional conference of the NDC Transport Initiative for Asia, Low-Carbon Prosperity in Progress: Transforming Transport in Asia organized by GIZ, which took place from June 25–28, 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. He was part of the India Component Implementation Partners Meet organized by GIZ India with Mr Sudhendu Jyoti Sinha as the Chair of the session. Mr Qamar spoke about the multi-dimensional approach to decarbonizing the road freight sector in India, while highlighting the diverse set of work being done in the Transport & Urban Governance Division of TERI. Mr Qamar was also one of the panellists in the session 'Pathway to Zero Emission Trucking (ZET): Contextualising ZET strategies to meet net-zero targets' organized by International Transport Forum (ITF) and UC Davis India ZEV Research Centre
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| Podcast Feature: TERI Discusses Indian Railways' Future with Mr Sharif Qamar |
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On April 20, TERI's Mr Sharif Qamar, Fellow and Associate Director, joined host Sathya Sankaran on OoruLabs, India’s leading urbaSn issues podcast. The discussion centred on the potential of Indian Railways, highlighting its growth opportunities. Key topics included the profitability of the freight versus passenger segments, the need for efficient last-mile connectivity, and the role of private players in railway cargo. They also addressed necessary infrastructure reforms, social obligations in passenger transportation, and the potential benefits of separating infrastructure and operations. The conversation emphasized the transformative potential of strategic reforms and private sector collaboration in making Indian Railways a transportation powerhouse.
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TERI participated in ET Rail show organized by ET Infra on June 26 and 27.
Ms Viral Joshi, Research Associate, made her presentation on the ‘Role of Railways in Freight Transport Decarbonisation’ and emphasized on the crucial role Railways play in India’s journey towards sustainable development future. She was also a part of the panel ‘Driving Sustainable Growth via Green Railways’ with Mr Yatendra Kumar, CAO, Central Organization for Railway Electrification (CORE). Ms Viral talked about the possible changes in rail freight policies and infrastructure which are crucial to increase the share of railways in freight transport in India. She laid emphasis on the role of Gati Shakti Multimodal Cargo Terminals and Dedicated Freight Corridor in maximizing the freight throughput. She also mentioned that along with the bulk commodities, Railways may also tap into other market traffic such as automobiles, parcels, containers, FMCG, perishables, etc.
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| Webinar Co-hosted by TERI on "GHG Emissions Accounting Framework India" by Smart Freight Centre |
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TERI co-hosted a webinar on “GHG Emissions Accounting Framework India” on April 16, 2024, along-with Smart Freight Centre (SFC) and IIM Bangalore. Mr Piyush Saxena, Research Associate presented key insights from the scoping survey conducted by TERI and SFC on developing a freight emissions accounting framework for India. The webinar emphasized on the need for a tailored emissions accounting framework for India, focused on Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions from various transport chain operations. By analysing the detailed responses, TERI has been able to identify trends, challenges and opportunities which will guide us in designing a robust emissions accounting framework for road freight operations.
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| TERI at "Indian Pavilion; Innovating Financing and Ownership Models for ZET Adoption" in Amsterdam |
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TERI represented by Mr Sharif Qamar, Fellow and Associate Director and accompanied by Mr Piyush Saxena, Research Associate spoke at the Indian Pavilion event in Amsterdam, in two sessions discussing innovative financing and ownership models for Zero Emission Transport (ZET) adoption on April 25. Mr Qamar spoke about the regulatory gap in the reporting framework for fleet-level emissions from the road transport sector, which accounts for the highest share in overall transport emissions. He represented TERI’s work in the clean road freight domain.
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| Co-Hosting Session: "Freight Emissions Accounting for India" with SFC India and IIM Bangalore |
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TERI co-hosted a session on “Freight Emissions Accounting for India” along-with SFC India and IIM Bangalore. As part of the workshop on “Accelerating Low Emission Logistics in India”, the session emphasized on the methodologies, implementation strategies and datasets requirements for emissions accounting in the freight sector. While the freight sector plays a vital role in our economy, it also contributes significantly to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and air pollution. It is high time that we address this issue and take concrete steps towards a sustainable and greener future.
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| Roundtable Discussion: ZET Corridor Identification by Rocky Mountain Institute |
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TERI represented by Mr Faiz Jamal and Mr Piyush Saxena, Research Associates, were invited to a roundtable discussion in the stakeholder discussion for ZET corridor identification organized by Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) and PManifold with the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India (PSA) where they shared their views on the crucial criteria and factors one should consider while identification of the stretches for ZET deployment in India.
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| Event Participation: "National Convening on Last Mile Delivery Fleet Transition" by C40 |
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TERI, represented by Mr Sharif Qamar, Fellow and Associate Director, participated as a panellist in the EVMYDELIVERY event, “National Convening on Last Mile Delivery Fleet Transition.” The event aimed to bring ecosystem players together to develop strategies for communicating company commitments to consumers, drawing on research findings, building narratives about EV transitions, and enhancing consumer-company engagement for sustainable deliveries. Mr Qamar's insights contributed to the discussion on fostering a collaborative approach to achieving sustainable last-mile delivery solutions.
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| Workshop Presentation: "Zero Emission Urban Freight" by IIT Madras |
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TERI represented by Ms Viral Joshi, Research Associate, participated in the workshop organized by IIT Madras on ‘Zero Emission Urban Freight’. The workshop focused on discussing the findings of the recent study followed by a panel discussion on ‘Net Zero: Ways to Accelerate the Adoption/Transition to Zero Emission Urban Freight in India’. During the panel discussion, she emphasized on the role of national/state level policies and commitments/targets from government and private sector to leverage the transition to zero emission freight movement. She also talked about the research and pilot implementation work carried out so far by TERI, and shared key learnings.
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| Project Visit: TERI at IIT Madras and V.O.C. Ports for "Just-in-Time Arrival of Ships in India" |
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TERI represented by Mr Abhishek Koka, Project Consultant, visited IIT Madras as part of project “Preparation of a DPR for Just-in-Time Arrival of Ships in India” undertaken by the National Technology Centre for Ports, Waterways and Coasts (NTCPWC). It involved discussions on selected projects of the National Centre of Excellence in Green Port & Shipping (NCoEGPS). The visit also included a trip to Chennai port to understand new Port Operating System (POS) and technologies implemented, assessing their utility for Paradip port. Additionally, he visited V.O.C. Port in Tuticorin to hold consultations with various departments and gather relevant data for the “Just-In-Time Arrival” project.
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| Report Release: "Baseline Study for Non-Urban Road Transport" in India by TERI |
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TERI released a report on “Baseline Study for Non-Urban Road Transport” in India at The India Habitat Centre, on June 12, 2024. Mr Sanjay Seth, Senior Director, Sustainable Infrastructure Programme, TERI along with other stakeholders released the report. The report dives into the world of heavy-duty vehicles (HDV) market, baseline emissions and energy efficiency in trucking sector. It also includes an implementation strategy aimed at enhancing energy efficiency, drawing inspiration from Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) scheme and international clean freight programmes.
The report is available at https://www.teriin.org/project/baseline-study-non-urban-road-transport
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| Roundtable Moderation: Role of Bike Taxis in Partnership with Uber organized by Internet and Mobile Association of India |
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On May 9, 2024, Mr Sharif Qamar moderated a roundtable discussion on the pivotal role of bike-taxis in India’s mobility landscape, hosted by the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) in partnership with Uber. The discussions highlighted the income opportunities generated by bike-taxis, their role as a driving force for the gig economy, and their sustainability and environmental impacts. Additionally, the conversation addressed the regulatory standards needed to facilitate industry growth.
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| Workshop Participation on Electrification of Passenger Auto Rickshaws |
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TERI represented by Ms Akshaya Paul, Research Associate, attended the workshop on “Advancing Electrification of Passenger Auto Rickshaws through Retrofitment Solutions: A Blueprint for Indian Cities” in Hyderabad. The workshop was conducted to facilitate knowledge sharing among Indian states and advance understanding of the EV retrofitment ecosystem among all the stakeholders including various departments of state government involved in the EV ecosystem implementation, driver partners and their associations and unions, and CSOs.
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| Presentation at Mobilogues 2.0 by GIZ India under MoHUA |
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TERI represented by Mr Sharif Qamar, Fellow and Associate Director, was invited as a speaker on Mobilogues 2.0 which is an online platform dedicated to fostering knowledge sharing and collaboration on innovative approaches to sustainable urban mobility lead by GIZ India under MoHUA where he presented on “Greening Urban Transport: Strategies for Clean Air”.
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| Special Sessions on "Urban Environment Issues in India" at TERI SAS |
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TERI delivered two special sessions under the theme "Urban Environment Issues in India" for Law and Public Policy Students at TERI SAS Campus. Mr Sharif Qamar, Fellow and Associate Director, and Ms Rhea Srivastava, Associate Fellow, from TERI were the eminent speakers on the sessions on Sustainable Urban Mobility and Sustainable Urbanization, respectively. The audience comprised of LLM and MA PPSD students from TERI SAS.
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