Publications

Integrated assessment of ecological sustainability of urban and peri‑urban agricultural practices in Kolkata Metropolitan Area, India using Analytic Hierarchy Process

Research Paper
| August 8, 2025

Urbanization presents multifaceted challenges to urban and peri-urban agriculture (UPA), disrupting the ecological balance and food security in rapidly expanding metropolitan regions. The Kolkata Metropolitan Area (KMA) of India exemplifies these challenges, with its UPA system being increasingly pressurized by urban sprawl and environmental degradation. Within the broader discourse on sustainable urban food systems, prioritizing the ecological integrity of UPA is critical for promoting community resilience.

Assessment of the coral habitability status of marine ecosystems along the eastern coast of Andaman Islands, India

Research Paper
| August 8, 2025

The Andaman Islands, hosting one of the most enriched marine ecosystems globally, have faced significant ecological threats due to various physico-climatic changes over recent decades, adversely impacting approximately 25 mangrove species and 135 coral species. To evaluate these impacts systematically on regional marine ecology, this study develops and applies a coral habitat quality index (CHI) along the eastern Andaman coast using an integrated approach combining key physico-climatic indicators, participatory coastal community appraisals, and geospatial analysis.

Climate-Proofing India’s Bioeconomy: Industrial Biotech Responses to Climate-induced Raw Material Shifts

Article
| July 28, 2025

India’s bioeconomy touched a remarkable valuation of US$165.7 billion in 2024, reflecting its rising significance in national development.

Lysozyme functionalized zinc-oxide nanoparticles: Synthesis, characterization, and antibacterial assessment against Staphylococcus aureus with futuristic application in wastewater monitoring

Research Paper
| July 22, 2025

Access to clean drinking water remains a global concern, primarily due to the presence of biological, inorganic, and organic pollutants. Among the biological contaminants, waterborne pathogens pose a significant threat to human well-being. Since nanoparticle-based biosensors have a higher sensitivity for detecting bacteria than conventional detection techniques, they have become increasingly prevalent.

Technology Ready Reckoner for Low Emission Ironmaking- Suitability to India

Policy brief
| July 18, 2025

As India’s steel sector charts its path towards a low-carbon future, access to clear, actionable information on breakthrough technologies is critical. In this context, the Technology Ready Reckoner for Low Emission Ironmaking: Suitability to India serves as a comprehensive guide to support the sector’s deep decarbonization journey.

Decarbonization of Iron Ore Pellet Manufacturing Industry

Policy brief
| July 18, 2025

Improving raw material efficiency and decarbonizing upstream processes are critical steps for India’s steel sector to reduce its overall carbon footprint. In this context, the report Decarbonization of Iron Ore Pellet Manufacturing Industry, undertaken in collaboration with the Pellet Manufacturers’ Association of India (PMAI), explores technological pathways and strategic interventions to reduce emissions in the pellet manufacturing industry.

Energy Efficiency Options in Electric Arc Furnaces- Best Practices and Technologies

Policy brief
| July 18, 2025

Improving energy efficiency is one of the most practical and cost-effective ways for the steel sector to reduce emissions and advance its decarbonization goals. Energy efficiency is seen as the ‘low-hanging fruit’ on the path to deep emission cuts, as these measures can deliver immediate gains without major technological shifts.

Net-Zero Energy Buildings in India: A Step Towards Sustainable Urban Development

Article
| July 17, 2025

Buildings play an essential role as India’s urban population–along with constructed buildings–is projected to increase nearly fourfold in the year 2050.

Reassessment of Solar Potential in India: A Macro-level Study

Policy brief
| July 15, 2025

India’s Nationally Determined Contributions were updated in August 2022, setting the target of reduction of emission intensity by 45% by 2030, over the 2005 level, and achieving about 50% cumulative installed capacity from non-fossil-based energy resources by 2030, and reaching net-zero by 2070.

Why Youth Participation Matters in Climate Action

Article
| July 8, 2025

Around the world, youngsters are voicing dissent against economic, social, and environmental systems that contribute to climate degradation.