The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) is expected to make substantial achievements at the World Sustainable Development Summit, which will take place in New Delhi from February 7th to 9th. Among the planned advancements, TERI will sign a memorandum of understanding with UK consultancy Cenergist to strengthen India's participation in the International Solar Alliance, thereby magnifying efforts toward sustainable energy solutions.
TERI will introduce a groundbreaking green-shipping platform at the summit, with the goal of monitoring national port operations. This portal will act as a comprehensive library, combining national and international port and shipping data to provide better market insights.
In addition, TERI will issue policy briefs on sustainable development goals (SDGs), with a focus on sustainable agriculture, water-use efficiency, and how they interact with other goals. The goal of these briefs is to help stakeholders make informed decisions about sustainable practices.
Furthermore, TERI's collaboration with Cenergist demonstrates its dedication to researching novel solar technologies around the world, which aligns with the goals of the International Solar Alliance, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
TERI's director-general, Vibha Dhawan, highlighted the need to share sustainable practices through publications such as "Solutions for Sustainable Development." These publications seek to spread sustainable knowledge for greater societal benefit.
The unveiling of the green shipping portal during the summit reinforces TERI's Green Shipping program, which will benefit the National Centre of Excellence in Green Ports and Shipping. This program, in collaboration with the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, focuses on cutting-edge research in sustainable fuel technology and circular economy practices across important industries.
TERI's collaboration with Cenergist aims to investigate alternative solar technologies to support the International Solar Alliance's goals.
As the World Sustainable Development Summit approaches, TERI anticipates thought-provoking conversations and new solutions around the theme of 'Leadership for Sustainable Development and Climate Justice.' With its rich history, WSDS 2024 promises to be a catalyst for global sustainable development activities, exemplifying TERI's dedication to environmental stewardship and societal well-being.