News, Views, and Updates from TERI
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May has arrived, bringing with it a renewed sense of purpose at TERI. Following a whirlwind of progress and landmark achievements throughout the first quarter of the year, we are not slowing down. We hosted, ‘Unlocking the Next Decade of Ship Recycling’, a round table discussion, and we also were part of the Responsible RE Summit 2026. As the season turns, we are deep diving into our core mission: pioneering research and delivering actionable solutions that drive sustainable development across the globe.
Unlocking the Next Decade of Ship Recycling : Scale, Sustainability, and Green Value Chains Round Table Discussion
On April 30, TERI’s NCoEGPS hosted a high-level roundtable focused on the next decade of ship recycling where leadership discussed how sixteen thousand upcoming vessels represent a massive circular economy opportunity for green steel if the industry can successfully bridge regulatory gaps between conventions while prioritizing digital transparency and labor safety to ensure that available capital meets the policy clarity required for sustainable global competitiveness and long-term value chain growth.
Know MoreResponsible RE Summit 2026
The Responsible Renewable Energy Summit 2026 served as a cross-sector forum bridging the gap between ambition and execution in India’s energy transition. Under the theme ‘Shaping the Future of Energy: From Principles to Practice,’ stakeholders explored implementing responsible solutions across supply chains. The day-long event featured leadership dialogues and practical labs, continuing the mission REI began in 2020 to promote people-centric and environmentally sustainable energy.
Know MoreDr Vibha Dhawan Felicitated with the 'SHEconomy Sundowner' Award
Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General TERI, was awarded the 'SHEconomy Sundowner' award for sustainability at the SHEconomy Sundowner hosted by News9 on 29 April 2026 in New Delhi. The event recognised and felicitated a diverse mix of voices, including women economists, startup founders, policymakers, and health and wellness experts.
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Critical Mineral Security: The Circular Pathway
This white paper from TERI reframes electronic waste as a vital economic opportunity rather than just an environmental challenge. As India’s clean energy and digital sectors expand, the paper highlights how e-waste can serve as a domestic reservoir for critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, and nickel, securing India’s resource future while driving a sustainable circular economy.
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Valuation of Ecosystem Services (Wealth Accounting) and Assessment of Payment for Ecosystem Services
TERI, in partnership with Ernst & Young LLP, conducted a comprehensive study for the Bangladesh Forest Department as part of the Sustainable Forest and Livelihoods (SUFAL) Project. This study developed a robust framework for valuing ecosystem services and natural wealth accounting in three critical forest sites: Teknaf Wildlife Sanctuary, Modhupur National Park, and Ramgarh-Sitakunda Reserved Forests.
Know MoreWhy India’s National Adaptation Plan Represents a Transition in Thinking
As India advances toward its vision of 'Viksit Bharat @2047', the NAP signals a timely and necessary shift and that is, situating climate resilience at the core of national development planning. writes Dr Vibha Dhawan, DG, TERI.
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How India can make grassland carbon work for people and ecosystems
A push towards Compressed Biogas (CBG) will ensure energy security, environmental sustainability, and rural economic growth writes Mr Nagendra Kumar, Associate Director & Mr Manda Prashanth, Research Associate, Circular Economy and Waste Management Division, TERI.
Know MoreIndia’s LPG crisis is the wake-up call it cannot ignore
A push towards Compressed Biogas (CBG) will ensure energy security, environmental sustainability, and rural economic growth writes Mr Nagendra Kumar, Associate Director & Mr Manda Prashanth, Research Associate, Circular Economy and Waste Management Division, TERI.
From Fragility to Frontier: Innovations in the Himalayas
The Himalayas despite being environmentally fragile are emerging as hubs of innovation driven by sustainable technologies and local initiatives. The focus is on using these innovations to achieve resilient development while preserving ecological balance writes Ms Leena Nandan, Distinguished Fellow, Earth Science and Climate Change Division, TERI.
Know MoreWomen Engagement and Empowerment in Sustainability: Lessons from Natural Farming in Rural Andhra Pradesh
As the world marks Earth Day under the theme 'Our Power, Our Planet', it is a moment to recognize that transformative climate action is not driven by policy alone, but by people. This story from Andhra Pradesh highlights how women, often at the heart of households and communities, are harnessing that power to build resilient food systems and restore balance between people and the planet, write Ms Suruchi Bhadwal & Dr Pallavi Joshi Lahari for teriin.org.
View AllThe Earth Pod
The Earth Pod steers conversations on issues related to climate change, energy transitions, and environment friendly growth.
Decarbonizing India’s Maritime Economy
How are climate change and geopolitics reshaping maritime security? In this episode of The Earth Pod, Commodore Debesh Lahiri, Advisor, Resource Efficiency & Governance, TERI, discusses how rising climate risks and tensions in West Asia are impacting global shipping, energy security, and India’s maritime strategy. From vulnerable coastlines to contested oceans, the conversation highlights why resilience and sustainability must be central to future planning.
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Take 3 is a short video featuring in-house experts who answer three pertinent questions on current issues.
One Health, One Future: Bridging the Science Gap
In this World Health Day edition of #TAKE3, Dr Pallavi Joshi Lahari, Associate Fellow TERI, explores how this 'One Health' approach is the backbone of India’s resilience. Tune into watch as she explains how linking human and animal health prevents the next global crisis and how health is not an isolated goal but is a collective achievement.
Watch HereEarth Day 2026: Powering Progress, Preserving the Planet
This #EarthDay, we are looking at the world through the lens of a global energy revolution. In our latest #TAKE3 feature, Mr Alekhya Datta, Director, TERI, explores how the path to a sustainable future is paved with renewable energy. The shift to a greener planet is no longer just a vision, it is an engineering and economic reality.
Watch HereGreen Olympiad for Youth
The GREEN Olympiad for Youth (GO4Youth) 2026 registration deadline is now extended to May 10, 2026. Join this TERI-led initiative supported by the UGC and Government of India which empowers students aged 18–30 to strengthen sustainability thinking and environmental awareness across Higher Education Institutions.
Register HereECSBC Master Trainer Programme
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), in association with TERI, invites applications for the ECSBC Master Trainer Programme. This 5-day residential programme is designed to build national capacity for the implementation and dissemination of the Energy Conservation and Sustainable Building Code (ECSBC) 2024 and Eco Niwas Samhita (ENS) 2024. The initiative aims to develop a pool of certified experts capable of driving compliance and awareness for energy-efficient architecture across India.
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