Events

This event brings together healthcare, energy and development sector experts to:

• Identify actionable pathways to reduce GHG emissions in healthcare facilities.
• Showcase innovative solutions on integrating energy efficiency, renewable energy, and other demand-side solutions.
• Mobilize cross-sectoral collaboration to achieve India's climate and sustainability goals.

Net zero carbon and resilient buildings (NZCRBs) are energy-efficient structures powered by renewables and constructed with low-carbon materials. The Government of India's programs, such as smart cities, target energy-efficient buildings and renewable energy. Nashik is designated as a smart city...

To enable India to achieve its long-term national clean energy and emissions reduction commitments, as well as Tamil Nadu’s ambitious 50% RE generation share target by 2030, robust integrated resource planning processes are essential. IRP can help identify the least-cost combinations of supply...

The industrial sector accounts for a significant share of global greenhouse gas emissions, with steel, cement, and aluminum being among the most carbon-intensive industries. For India, industrial decarbonization has emerged as a critical challenge and opportunity as the country makes progress...

India has set an ambitious target to achieve 50% of its total capacity from renewable energy (RE) generation by 2030. To meet this goal and fulfill national emissions reduction commitments and promote clean energy, Integrated resource planning (IRP) is critical to enable states in identifying...

Maharashtra’s automotive manufacturing sector plays a pivotal role in India’s economy. The transition to EVs represents a tremendous opportunity for auto manufacturing firms but it comes with considerable challenges, particularly for the MSMEs accounting for 97% of the state's auto manufacturing sector. The transition could also bring challenges to various segments of the auto manufacturing industry, especially MSMEs responsible for employing over 200,000 workers, who will be vulnerable to the rapid changes in technology, production processes, and market needs that EVs will bring. Without proactive measures, the transition may adversely affect these enterprises and the livelihoods they support.

Kerala aims for a full transition to renewable energy by 2040 and seeks to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. However, the State imports around 75% (FY 22) of its electricity, predominantly from coal-...

As cities grapple with the growing impacts of climate change, it's clear that the future belongs to those who will inherit them — our young residents. Yet, adolescents are often overlooked in urban planning and their unique needs remain unmet. But what if they were given a voice in shaping the...

India’s Long-Term Low-Carbon Development Strategy, submitted to the UNFCCC in 2022, outlines India’s commitment to adopting low-carbon development pathways towards net-zero emissions and strengthening adaptation measures in the context of changing climate. This strategy recognizes the important...

The India Just Transition Summit was a two-day research symposium and conference that convened policymakers, researchers, civil society, and community representatives to explore diverse perspectives and strategies for a people-centered, inclusive, and equitable low-carbon transition in India. The Summit showcased the latest research on various facets of just transition issues and solutions, amplifying voices from across the country and delving into scalable strategies and approaches for inclusive, equitable, and sustainable low-carbon growth.

Kerala has been experiencing increasingly erratic weather, particularly during the scorching summer months. This rise in temperature is driving higher cooling demands, which in turn leads to greater energy consumption. To address this growing need for cooling while minimizing energy use, passive...

Connect Karo is WRI India’s annual flagship that brings together Indian and global leaders and policymakers, peer organizations, donors, and stakeholders to discuss critical issues related to sustainable cities, clean energy, food, land and water and climate action. A vibrant dialogic space,...

To enable India to achieve its long-term national clean energy and emissions reduction commitments, as well as Tamil Nadu’s ambitious 50% RE generation share target by 2030, robust integrated resource planning processes are essential. IRP can help identify the least-cost combinations of supply...

Accelerating Clean Energy (ACE) in India is WRI India’s flagship annual Event where fresh insights into ongoing and emerging research streams on global energy transitions, and their implications on India, would be presented and discussed. This year, at ACE, we will be holding wide ranging...

Surat's 400+ textile processing MSMEs produce 41 million meters of cloth daily, primarily relying on fossil-fuel-dependent, energy-intensive processes. Addressing high energy costs is crucial for the competitiveness and survival of these MSMEs.

To advance energy efficiency in the textile...

Global warming is contributing to a rise in temperatures and extreme summer heat. The year 2023 has been recognized as the hottest year on record. Kerala too has witnessed, extreme summer heat in 2023 and continues to reel under heat stress this year. The warm and humid climate in several parts...

WRI India, along with Mahila Housing Trust (MHT), invites you to attend a webinar where we will explore how community action groups can trigger and transform collective aspirations into tangible change. We will unpack our experience in adopting a community engagement model, as part of our...

WRI India, Prayas (Energy Group), and Sustainable Futures Collaborative (SFC) invite you for a webinar on Insights from the Building Sector under the Energy Transition Preparedness Initiative. This webinar will delve into the findings from our study on transition preparedness...

Industries are witnessing the impacts of climate change with respect to reduced productivity and profitability. As we look forward to a sustainable future, there is a need to significantly move towards low-carbon and energy efficient technologies, especially for MSMEs. While enterprises might be...

Women constitute a significant percentage of the urban poor population in India and tend to suffer greater impacts of poverty due to inter-gender (male-female) and intersectional discrimination due to regionalism, religion, caste, age, marital status, disability, and sexual orientation. Women’s...

Existing vulnerability assessments largely focus on exposure to climate hazards, overlooking socioeconomic factors that determine the vulnerability of people and communities.

Our research, across different Indian cities, indicates inequality is driving vulnerability to climate change – ...

India’s Long-Term Low-Carbon Development Strategy (LT-LEDS) was submitted to the UNFCCC in November 2022. This serves as India’s long-term climate strategy stating its commitment to adopting low-carbon development pathways towards net-zero emissions and strengthening adaptation measures in the...

India has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 and securing 50% cumulative electric power installed capacity from non-fossil fuel-based energy resources by 2030, as detailed in the updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) submitted in 2022. Tamil Nadu has been an early...

As states intensify their efforts to facilitate a transition to electric mobility, Bihar has implemented various measures for clean fuels and electric vehicles. The Transport Department of Bihar notified its state EV Policy in December 2023 to develop Bihar’s electric vehicle ecosystem. The...

WRI India’s Sustainable Energy Transition project in Kerala aims to support the state and local governments in developing strategies to increase the use of renewable energy in the state's energy mix. One of the main project objectives is to create strategies for Local Self Government...

SMEs contribute a significant portion to the states GDP, and with the state aiming increase its non-conventional capacity, SMEs need to be prioritized to achieve the said goals. Cluster level activities, particularly interventions in the form of aggregation of demand for both, the adoption of...

Join us for 'Namma Raste', a two-day exhibition and convening, that will bring together civil society groups, academic institutions, and corporate organizations, to facilitate knowledge-sharing and discussions aimed at building safer, inclusive, and resilient streets in Bengaluru. The event is...

The automotive industry’s transition into the era of electric vehicles is inevitable as the world moves to net zero. However, as the industry transitions, there is a need to navigate the transition in a just and equitable manner. It should not leave behind long-time autoworkers and communities,...

The UNFCCC Global Stocktake Synthesis report highlights the need for system transformation and for governments to respond with enhanced NDCs. Asia-Pacific countries need to rise to this challenge by mainstreaming climate resilience and low-greenhouse emissions development. To this end,...

The automotive sector contributes nearly 7.1% to India's GDP and provides direct and indirect employment to over 19 million people. Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the...

Spearheading landscape restoration efforts for people, nature and climate, WRI India and Sangam announced the Land Accelerator South Asia Cohort for 2023, a group of 22 restoration entrepreneurs from India and neighboring south Asian country, Sri Lanka. The Land Accelerator...

Storytelling can be a powerful tool for startups to create awareness, inspire and educate their audience, engage better with their stakeholders, be it customers, partners or investors, secure funding and mobilize support for their businesses. Join us for this dynamic session and discover the...

Smallholder farmers represent a pivotal demographic for land restoration businesses, offering significant scope and potential for mutual growth and sustainability. Engaging with smallholder farmers offers land restoration businesses a wide array of benefits, ranging from economic growth and...

Are you ready to take your pitching skills to the next level? Join us for an insightful and dynamic session led by Luni Libes, the Land Accelerator Africa trainer, serial entrepreneur, impact investor, and a sought-after speaker and mentor in the global startup ecosystem. Luni's expertise has...

Agriculture remains the foundation of Rajasthan's economy, with agriculture and allied sectors contributed to 30.23% in state's Gross State Value Added (GSVA) at current prices in 2021-22. Electricity supply for irrigation is an essential component in agriculture production. The agriculture...

Access to electricity is a pre-requisite for achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) of good health, quality education, clean water, sanitation and eventually, socio-economic development.

Even though India has achieved nearly 100% household electrification, many areas...

Join a first-of-its-kind program that fosters entrepreneurship and supports leaders who are restoring farms and forests across South Asia

World Resources Institute India (WRI India) and Sangam Ventures are co- hosting the...

To ensure energy security based on sustainable development values and minimize the impact of climate change, it is necessary to promote renewable energy and energy efficiency in states systematically. Kerala targets to become a 100% RE state by 2040 and net zero by 2050. Although it achieved 720...

The industry sector plays a significant role in India's economy, contributing 31% to its GDP. This sector also has various direct and indirect linkages with other sectors, which further drive economic growth and employment. However, for the year 2019, the electricity and heat sector were the top...

Tamil Nadu’s MSMEs are leaders in many industries. However, they need to battle high fluctuating energy and fuel costs as energy demand rises during heatwaves, or when international geopolitics lead to a global energy crisis. Furthermore, increasing global commitments by governments, corporates...

Industries holds a prominent position in the Indian economy, accounting for 31% of the GDP. Industry’s relevance can be identified through various direct and indirect linkages with other sectors, contributing to economic growth and employment. Carbon emissions for India in the year 2019 were...

WRI India invites you to a closed-door session, Roadmap for an ‘Aatmanirbhar’ EV Battery Ecosystem in India. The roundtable discussion will bring together all the stakeholders of the battery ecosystem to explore ways for facilitating the creation of a sustainable, secure and cost-effective...

Empowerment of women is a central theme of India’s G20 Presidency, with the aim of reducing the gender gap in workforce participation by 25% by 2025 and bringing more than 100 million women into the labor force. Uddheshya will bring together gender experts, transport agencies, research...

India has been experiencing severe heat waves over the past few decades, and the summer temperatures are rising every year. As per the India Meteorological Department, Pune, the number of heatwave days in India has increased from 413 over 1981-1990 to 600 over 2011-2020. The rising heat is also...

WRI India, along with CII, is pleased to invite you to a G20 Business 20 (B20) - Think 20 (T20) convening with industry and experts from India and the world to deliberate on the emerging carbon market regime and how carbon markets can be designed to foster credible and sustained industrial...

Every year, millions of people die due to the absence of cooling that could help assuage the worst of deadly heat waves. As per the India Meteorological Department (IMD, Pune), the number of heatwave days in India has increased from 413 over 1981-1990 to 600 over 2011-2020. In India, it is also...

India's ambitious goal of transitioning towards clean energy depends heavily on technically and commercially viable options available for storing and retrieving power of different kinds. Like any other technology, it is vital to identify the right storage option for suitable applications. Out of...