Publications

Biodiversity Conservation Needs Finance, Not Just Intent

Article
| May 21, 2026

As the world marks the International Day for Biological Diversity, it is worth asking a simple but uncomfortable question: can biodiversity conservation succeed on moral appeal alone?

Feasibilty Study of Energy Access for Enterprise Promotion

Policy brief
| May 21, 2026

TERI conducted a study to assess the feasibility of energyaccess for enterprise promotion in Jammu & Kashmir (Srinagar andBudgam region) in February 2024. The study was commissioned by The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI).The study explored energy access with respect to four livelihood sectors-

Advanced Green Fuels for Maritime Application- Roadmap for India (Part A) Date

Policy brief
| May 21, 2026

OverviewThe Maritime INDIA @ Net Zero workshop commenced on January 14–15, 2026, marking a pivotal milestone in India’s maritime decarbonization journey. The inaugural session, opened by a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, brought together leaders from government, industry, and academia to shape the National Green Shipping Policy (NGSP).

Omics-Based Exploration of Potential Soil Microorganisms for Sustaining the Productivity of Soybean: Prospects and Challenges

Research Paper
| May 19, 2026

Root-associated microbial communities play a pivotal role in enhancing soybean productivity, particularly under adverse climatic conditions. These microbes are integral to a range of critical processes, including nutrient acquisition, disease suppression, phytohormone synthesis, and conferring tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses. Advances in omics technologies have unveiled the profound significance of unculturable rhizomicrobial niches, reshaping our perception of their contributions to modern soybean production.

In-situ bio-stimulation for enhanced biological methane production and its effect on the microbiome of CBM wells in Raniganj block, India

Research Paper
| May 18, 2026

Microbially enhanced coalbed methane production (MeCBM) is a way towards translation of the recent momentum of the high demand for renewable energy into operational capacity. The present study demonstrates the enhancement of biogenic methane in coalbed methane (CBM) wells of an Indian coal reservoir via in-situ biostimulation. A laboratory-scale strategy was previously developed to understand and enhance the microbial processes for the bioconversion of coal to methane before transferring it to the field.

Modeling for Climate Finance

Policy brief
| May 14, 2026

The scope of this ongoing project focuses on conducting the First Spring Census of potential springs across Manipur in accordance with the national spring census guidelines. The work involves systematic identification, geo-tagging, and documentation of springs to establish a baseline inventory capturing their spatial distribution, typology, discharge characteristics, seasonal variability, and usage patterns.

Advanced Green Fuels for Maritime Application-Road Map for India (Part A)

Policy brief
| May 14, 2026

In April 2025, during the 83rd meeting of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 83), the IMO introduced a Net-Zero Framework setting mandatory GHG Fuel Intensity (GFI) targets for all global ships above 5,000 GT. The GFI of a fuel sets a threshold on annual well-to-wake GHG emissions per unit of energy used (gCO₂eq/MJ). This metric is critical for accurately assessing the true environmental benefits and climate performance of alternative marine fuels.

India's Maritime Green Shift: Pioneering Energy Transition and Pollution Control

Policy brief
| May 14, 2026

India’s maritime sector, spanning over 7,500 km of coastline and handling nearly 95 per cent of trade by volume, is the backbone of the nation’s economic and global trade connectivity. However, this growth carries a significant environmental footprint, contributing to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, waste discharge, and marine pollution. With global shipping accounting for nearly 3 per cent of total GHG emissions, India’s share is projected to rise alongside increasing port traffic.

Green Port Performance Index (GPPI) Measuring Progress, Powering Green Transformation

Policy brief
| May 14, 2026

DownloadThe Green Port Performance Index (GPPI), launched by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, is a strategic framework to evaluate and e

Preserving traditional land use through new livelihood methods in Zunheboto, Nagaland, India: Satoyama approach

Policy brief
| May 14, 2026

About the ProjectTERI is implementing a research project that seeks to protect and revitalise traditional land-use systems while opening new livelihood pathways for indigenous communities in Nagaland.Funded by the Japan Fund for Global Environment (JFGE) and implemented in partnership with Value Network Ventures (VNV) and the Mountains to Mangroves (MTM) Programme, the project draws inspiration from the global Satoyama Initiative.The project is being implemented in the villages of Sukhai, Kivikhu, and Ghukhuyi in Zunheboto District, Nagaland