Ongoing Projects
The Green School - Advancing a Step Towards Sustainable Behaviour
November 23, 2024
| Energy Efficiency
| Water
| Waste
| Sustainable Habitat
| Environment
| Energy
| Climate Change
Launched in April 2017 by Tata Steel Foundation and TERI, The Green School Initiative aims to foster behavior change for environmental conservation and build resilience in vulnerable communities. It drives school ecosystems by exploring curriculum connections, implementing action projects, and conducting capacity-building activities across four major themes: Energy, Water, Forest & Biodiversity, and Waste, with links to Climate Change and the Sustainable Development Goals Agenda 2030.
Sustaining the Roots: Celebrating India’s Food Heritage
November 14, 2024
| Environment
Indian food is deeply rooted in tradition, sustainability, and a harmonious relationship with nature. For centuries, traditional practices have emphasized using local, seasonal ingredients that suit the regional climate, contributing to both ecological balance and health. From the climate-friendly cultivation of millets to ancient storage techniques and powerful superfoods like amla and sattu, traditional Indian food wisdom shows us how to nourish ourselves and the planet. This approach to food promotes well-being while honoring the environment and cultural heritage.
Air and Water Quality Status Report of Maharashtra
October 8, 2024
| Water
| Air
The center prepares annual air and water quality status reports for the state of Maharashtra, a project being sponsored by the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB). MPCB regularly monitors the qualitative state of the water resources across the state as well as the air quality across various locations in the state. TERI has been preparing these status reports by statistically compiling and analysing the secondary data received from MPCB whilst developing graphical and spatial illustrations.
Youth Climate Conclave 5th Edition
July 12, 2024
| Environment
Youth from across the country joined together for the 5th Edition of Youth Climate Conclave (2024 – 25), which was held on 02 – 04 March 2024 to discuss and deliberate on the most pressing issues related to climate action. The ‘Youth Pledge’, which was drafted as part of the Conclave, was presented at the World Sustainable Development Summit 2025 (05 – 07 March 2025) during the valedictory session ‘WSDS@25 and Driving Impact through Multistakeholder Dialogues’ on 07 March 2025.
Improving urban air quality by facilitating piloting of clean air zones
July 2, 2024
| Transport
| Air
The development of a detailed CAZ (clean air zone) plan would focus on measures related to traffic and transportation (such as pedestrianization, cycle tracks, and EV mobility), urban planning (land use plans, heritage conservation), emission control, air quality monitoring and dust control. Through this plan, the program seeks to prioritize solutions based on emission reduction to enhance air quality in the study area. This approach aligns with sectoral sustainability goals by addressing environmental, social, and economic aspects of urban air quality improvement.
Simplifying Sustainability: A Radio Campaign with 92.7 BIG FM
May 22, 2024
| Environment
| Climate Change
'Simplifying Sustainability’ is a radio campaign from The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), in association with 92.7 BIG FM.
The initiative aims to make sustainable practices easier to understand and implement in everyday life.
Programme LEAD (Leadership for Environment, Awareness and Development) 2024
April 1, 2024
| Sustainable Agriculture
| Climate Change
| Energy
| Energy Efficiency
| Water
| Forest & Biodiversity
| Waste
| Air
| Health & Nutrition
| Environment
The Education for Youth Empowerment (EYE) Area of Environment Education and Awareness (EEA) Division at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) has designed a summer programme that enables school students to gain knowledge, enhance their skillsets and obtain access to resources and networks to strengthen their competencies on issues related to environment and sustainable development. Technical sessions by subject experts, hands-on training, internship opportunities and mentoring on sustainability-linked topics are key activities curated within this holistic programme.
Skill Development and Awareness Programmes
January 8, 2024
| Sustainable Agriculture
| Climate Change
| Energy
| Transport
| Energy Efficiency
| Waste
| Resource Efficiency & Governance
| Environment
TERI Knowledge Resource Centre (TERI KRC), is committed to fostering sustainable development and empowering individuals through innovative skill development and entrepreneurship programs. Over the years, we have conducted several residential skill development and online entrepreneurship development training programs, focusing on solar energy and waste management.
Impactful Training Programs:Residential Skill Development Programs
Knowledge Products & Services
January 5, 2024
| Sustainable Agriculture
| Climate Change
| Transport
| Water
| Buildings
TERI Knowledge Resource Centre (KRC) is the primary repository and gateway to support learning, research and intellectual stimulation. It offers a wide range of information resources and products that are customized to meet and fulfill the specialized information need and demand of the users. The services offered by KRC are primarily grouped into four distinct categories.
OTBL Campus Impact Challenge: A Youth Initiative for Creating Positive Spaces
December 27, 2023
| Water
| Forest & Biodiversity
| Waste
| Health & Nutrition
| Environment
| Energy
| Climate Change
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) in partnership with ONGC TERI Biotech Limited (OTBL), launched a project , ‘OTBL Campus Impact Challenge’ – an initiative for the youth and by the youth for creating positive spaces. OTBL CIC was based on the belief that young people must be engaged in ideation, innovations, and action that will ensure the nation's holistic development and contribute to SDGs locally.