AGRICULTURE CLIMATE ENERGY ENVIRONMENT HABITAT HEALTH AND NUTRITION RESOURCES Dear Reader, The month of September witnessed TERI's proactive involvement in the G20 Leaders' New Delhi Declaration, adopted by G20 nations. TERI has driven the narrative in the areas of energy, sustainable development, and climate for decades, and is appreciative of the leadership shown by India during its G20 Presidency. In the Spotlight TERI at G20 G20 Declaration Reclaims Policy Space and Principles of CBDR: TERI Experts The Visionary's Guide to the Future Framework A special session on the occasion of Teacher's Day On the occasion of Teacher’s Day, TERI organized a panel discussion on the theme of “The Visionary's Guide to the Future Framework” to honour and recognize the invaluable contribution of the Distinguished Fellows to the growth and success of the organization. Reports An Economy-Wide Quantified Goal on Energy Efficiency in India TERI's new policy brief 'An Economy-Wide Quantified Goal on Energy Efficiency in India' advocates for a policy approach to set and achieve economy-wide energy efficiency targets. In the News City-centered climate action In this Financial Express op-ed, Mr Sanjay Seth, Senior Director and Ms Rhea Srivastava, Associate Fellow, TERI emphasize the need for cities to have vital data on their climate vulnerabilities, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and adopting resilience measures. G20 nations must act fast to reduce carbon emissions "The world would be enthused by specifics which would convey that the G20 nations are going to act immediately to reduce carbon emissions,” feels Mr Ajay Shankar, Distinguished Fellow, TERI in his Tribune India op-ed. Developed nations' L&D funding proposals threaten progress at COP28, Global South experts warn "India should insist on consistency with UNFCCC principles of equity and common-but-differentiated responsibilities," noted Mr RR Rashmi, Distinguished Fellow, TERI in his interview with Business Line. Electric Vehicles in India: Tackling the challenges Mr Sharif Qamar, Associate Director, TERI in his interview with Express Mobility highlights how the concerns regarding EV range are fading as the manufacturers continue to launch high range EV models along with fast-charging options. TerraGreen Cover Story Educating about Environment is of Dual Concern: Sustenance and Sustainability Designing quality education and training opportunities for young people is a prerequisite for enhanced employability under the sector of green skills. Institutions design activities and projects to meet the rising expectations he young minds. The cover story underscores the importance off green jobs to be created in future, a timely investment in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) is therefore highly recommended. Announcements Applications closing soon for the 3rd Water Sustainability Awards TERI presents the 3rd edition of Water Sustainability Awards 2023. A one-of-its-kind recognition, it facilitates the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals on clean water and sanitation. Applications open for World Sustainable Development Summit 2024 Save the Date for the upcoming 23rd edition of the World Sustainable Development Summit, which will be organized under the umbrella theme of ‘Leadership for Sustainable Development and Climate Justice’. The Summit will be held from 7-9 February 2024 at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. In 2024, TERI will be celebrating 50 years of its institution, and the Summit is an integral part of this journey. Since its inception the Summit series has strived to make sustainable development a globally shared goal and we would like you to be a part of this mission. Copyright @ 2023 TERI TERI (The Energy and Resources Institute) Darbari Seth Block, Core 6C, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi - 110 003, INDIA Tel. : (+91 11) 2468 2100, 7110 2100 E-mail : mailbox@teri.res.in