Ongoing Projects

Urban micro-grids as an enabler for distribution network

July 16, 2020

The study examines the relevance of micro-grids in an urban setup for power distribution companies in the face of increasing share of renwable energy in the electricity sector

Mapping policy for solar irrigation across the Water-Energy-Food (WEF) nexus in India

July 15, 2020

The objective of this project is to provide technical assistance to state governments and offer policy recommendations to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) on the PM-KUSUM scheme. We are reaching out to government stakeholders and experts on this issue.The aim is to identify the key technical, economic and financial needs in implementing PM-KUSUM, as well as the best practices adopted by different states in the country.

Economics of Energy Innovation Systems Transition (EEIST)

July 1, 2020

| Energy

The project aims to help implement clear and practical complexity-based modelling appraisals solutions for informing decision-making and planning for low-carbon innovation, and technological change.

Technical consultancy for energy conservation and resource efficiency for MIL, Hapur plant, unit 1 & 2 combined

June 18, 2020

| Energy Efficiency

| Water

The objectives of this project are:

(i) Identify thrust areas for energy and water conservation;

(ii) Identify the ways and means to waste minimization and recycling potential.

SED Grant to support the development of high renewable energy power systems in two major states of India

June 1, 2020

The main objective of this project is to overcome the lack of detailed planning for high renewables systems in at least two key states over the course of the project by developing demand, supply, grid integration and infrastructure analysis for two states. The overall objective is to support a policy and market environment that allows India to achieve around 450 GW of RE by 2030, or a share of zero carbon electricity above 45%.

Hiring of firms for carrying out energy and resource mapping of MSME clusters in India (chemical)

May 22, 2020

| Energy Efficiency

The study focuses on mapping of MSME sub-sectors - 'Chemical' from energy perspective. It involves an in-depth study of existing energy consumption scenario and identification of opportunities for energy/resource saving. The study results will be used for knowledge dissemination and development of a roadmap to make Chemical MSME sub-sectors in the country energy- as well as resource-efficient, and environment-friendly.

The Responsible Energy Initiative

April 30, 2020

| Energy

The Responsible Energy Initiative is a futures-led collaborative inquiry into how the renewable energy sector in India and Asia can scale in an ecologically safe and socially just way

CORES: Collaboration to Optimise Renewable Energy Systems: introducing affordable, reliable, portable energy solutions to remote communities in India and Africa

April 1, 2020

The aim of the project is to improve the lives of people living in rural communities of Mukteshwar, India, and Mumbachala, Ngabwe District, Zambia. The work will involve providing secure access to affordable electricity, assess social inclusion and gender equality benefits to local communities.

Research on EC Guideline implementation in Indian industrial sector (2020-2021)

April 1, 2020

| Energy Efficiency

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), with guidance of ECCJ and support of TERI, has prepared the Energy Conservation (EC) Guidelines for Indian industry sector covering both large, as well as small-scale industries. Based on EC Guidelines, select Designated Consumers (DCs) have prepared their Energy Management (EM) Manuals. BEE has planned to increase awareness of key stakeholders on EC Guidelines & EM Manuals and develop verification system for compliance with EC Guidelines.