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Ongoing Projects
Assessment of Environmental Compensation for the Brick Kiln Units Located in Thadagam valley, Coimbatore
December 22, 2023
| Air
| Environment
The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) has imposed environmental compensation for 185 brick kiln units located in Thadagam region of Coimbatore district for causing damage to the environment. Subsequently, aggrieved by the same the Brick Kiln units filed writ petitions against the Board's proceeding before the Hon'ble High Court of Madras.
The Hon'ble High Court of Madras vide order dated 27.04.2023 in WP No. 34793 of 2022 has directed the following among other;
Green Harmony: Nurturing Eco Awareness
December 12, 2023
| Sustainable Habitat
| Environment
India, a nation abundant in natural resources and steeped in traditional wisdom, displays a rich history of harmonious coexistence with the environment. Its cultural fabric, customs, and festivals all draw upon age-old traditions, reinforcing a deep connection to the natural world. India has been a devoted advocate for climate justice, embracing eco-friendly, inventive, and sustainable practices over the decades. Even today, a significant portion of the population relies on traditional medical approaches.
SDG Blueprint for Sustainable Agriculture
November 29, 2023
| Sustainable Agriculture
| Environment
| Resources & Sustainable Development
| Centre for Sustainable Development Research
The study aims to develop an SDG Blueprint to inform integrated approaches on sustainable agriculture at the national level in India. It is crucial that the lenses of sustainable development, climate action, value chains and multi-stakeholder approaches be considered for sustainable agriculture to contribute towards food security, livelihoods, and ecosystem integrity. The SDG Blueprint which focuses on the national policy interface between SDGs and sustainable agriculture to inform policy and praxis.
Climate policy assessment and Mitigation Modeling to Integrate national and global Transition pathways for Environmental-friendly Development (COMMITTED)
November 27, 2023
| Energy Assessment and Modelling
With no singular pathway to fulfilling Paris Agreement and reaching globally agreed climate targets, the action intends to reinforce global climate change mitigation effort by supporting developing countries. This action builds on past and existing international cooperation and will seek to engage the most influential Asian/EU experts on models and modelling tools to increase domestic capacities on low-emission development scenarios modelling. As part of the study, socio-economic impact assessment (of decarbonization policies) is also proposed.
Digital Twin for Enhanced Electric Distribution Grid Operation and Management
November 17, 2023
| Energy
| Electricity and Renewables
A digital twin is a dynamic, real-time replica of the physical distribution grid. It brings together data from various sources to provide a comprehensive view of power flows, and grid behaviours. This project will be the first demonstration in India, at a useful scale, of applying cloud-based digital twin technology to an electrical distribution grid. The aim is to improve the reliability and cost-effectiveness of an emerging economy distribution network. The pilot is taking place in Delhi under the BRPL licensee region.
COOL IT FOR THE CLIMATE: Embracing Sustainable Cooling
November 17, 2023
| Energy Efficiency
In a world grappling with the escalating impacts of climate change, sustainable cooling practices have emerged as a critical area of focus. Refrigerators and air conditioners, two common household appliances, contribute significantly to global energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Adoption of sustainable cooling habits among consumers is essential to mitigate the environmental impact of these appliances and ensure a more sustainable future.
Energy efficiency improvements among small and medium textile units in India
November 7, 2023
| Energy
A study on ‘energy efficiency improvements among small and medium scale textile units in India’ was carried out by TERI targeting the three major energy consuming sub-sectors within textile industry, namely spinning, weaving and wet processing. The study covered surveys/interviews of textile units and key stakeholders across five clusters: Ahmedabad, Bhiwandi, Coimbatore, Surat and Tirupur.
The priorities of the study were:1) ensuring maximum impact in terms of energy savings (targeting the most relevant processes and improvement opportunities),