Publications

EV Charging in India: Ecosystem Perspectives and Skilling Opportunities

Policy brief
| September 3, 2025

Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI) and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) today unveiled a landmark whitepaper on skilling for EV charging infrastructure at Mercedes-Benz Sustainability Dialogue India 2025. The whitepaper highlights the critical role of charge point operators (CPOs)–the backbone of EV charging infrastructure–in driving India’s transition to electric mobility.

Emerging Technologies and Debates: Nano-agri-inputs and Products

Article
| September 2, 2025

Nano-agri-inputs could be the next big leap in sustainable farming, with the ability to boost yields and cut emissions—but their real-world impact will rest on scientific rigour, careful regulation, and farmer trust.

Sericin-based ‘green’ and sustainable biomaterial for waste-water purification as a bioremediation strategy

Research Paper
| August 25, 2025

Silk protein sericin is a natural polymer extracted from the silkworm Bombyx mori, known for its eco-friendliness and biocompatibility. Silkworm cocoons, mainly composed of silk fibroin, possess excellent adsorption capabilities. The porous and fibrous nature of the cocoon provides a large surface area, offering a sustainable, cost-effective alternative to synthetic adsorbents and water treatment due to their biocompatibility and biodegradability.

Atmospheric Water Generation – A Sustainable Solution for Bihar’s Water Challenges

Article
| August 22, 2025

Atmospheric Water Generators are systems that extract water from moisture present in the air. They work on the principle of condensation — cooling humid air to collect water droplets — which are then filtered, mineralized, and made fit for human consumption.

India’s Green Diplomacy Could Be Its Biggest Soft Power Tool Yet

Article
| August 19, 2025

Natural resource conservation isn’t just an environmental concern; it’s a geopolitical one.

Gloomy Skies, Choked Lungs – An Unseen Battle for Clean Air

Article
| August 8, 2025

Air pollution is a complex issue, rooted in everything from urban planning and industrial policy to individual choices and political will.

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.