Opinion
Improving post harvest management through portable Solar Cold Storage systems – A case study from the Northeastern part of India
02 Apr 2024 |
| Mr Ramchandra Pal, TERI and Dr. Manjushree Banerjee, Independent Researcher
| AgriTech Tomorrow
This case study highlights the successful implementation of the project carried out by NRL and TERI in Bokakhat town, Golaghat district Assam, North East India. The local farmers were informed about the Solar-Powered Cold Storage through the field staff and the District Agriculture Department. About 40 farmers started using Solar Cold Storage facilities in a year, primarily for storing potatoes, says Mr Ramchandra Pal, Deputy General Manager, Social Transformation & CSR, TERI and Dr. Manjushree Banerjee, Independent Researcher.
Rooftop solar poses challenge to power regulators
31 Mar 2024 |
Mr Ajay Shankar
| The Hindu Business Line
State regulators must get Discoms to make demand projection for peaks, and procure and price power accordingly, says Mr Ajay Shankar, Distinguished Fellow, TERI.
Where is your waste going, ever wondered?
30 Mar 2024 |
| Dr Surbhi Tak
| The Financial Express
Besides the sanitation aspect, treated wastewater also holds economic value, says Dr Surbhi Tak, Associate Fellow, Circular Economy & Waste Management Division, TERI.
India needs to douse its many water fires
22 Mar 2024 |
Dr Syamal Kumar Sarkar
| The Hindustan Times
Clean water access is a stepping stone to economic growth, says Dr Syamal Kumar Sarkar, Distinguished Fellow, Water Resources Division, TERI.
India's Solar Journey
20 Mar 2024 |
Mr Ajay Shankar
| The India Forum
India's National Solar Mission was initiated in 2010 when the country's solar power capacity was minimal. It has been a transformative journey as India now has the fourth largest solar power capacity in the world, yet more needs to be done to encourage generation and use of solar power, says Mr Ajay Shankar, Distinguished Fellow, TERI.
Reuse treated wastewater
18 Mar 2024 |
Dr Nupur Bahadur
| Deccan Herald
Innovative policies could provide the lifeline Bengaluru needs for a sustainable future, says Dr Nupur Bahadur, Senior Fellow and Associate Director, Circular Economy and Waste Management Division, TERI.
Push for renewable energy welcome, but focus on adaptation
02 Mar 2024 |
Ms Suruchi Bhadwal
| Tribune
The climate disasters that have happened in recent years, especially in HP and Uttarakhand, call for a dedicated allocation of funds for adaptation, says Ms Suruchi Bhadwal, Senior Fellow and Director, Earth Science and Climate Change Division, TERI.
Adapting cities to climate realities
02 Mar 2024 |
Ms Rhea Srivastava
| Observer Research Foundation
Adapting to climate change is no longer optional. Failing to adapt will lead to severe human, economic, and environmental losses, says Ms Rhea Srivastava, Associate Fellow, Transport and Urban Governance Division, TERI.
Solar Panels for Home Consumption
23 Feb 2024 |
Mr Ajay Shankar
| ET EnergyWorld
The Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana scheme aims to provide rooftop solar panels to one crore household. The task would involve installations of solar panels at homes with the centre extending 60% of the cost as a subsidy and 40% as a loan to the beneficiary. A good precedent to follow would be the practice of bulk procurement used so effectively to bring down the price of LEDs and more recently electric buses by EESL along with the decision taken at the outset on the rate at which surplus electricity would be brought by the distribution company, says Mr Ajay Shankar, Distinguished Fellow, TERI.