Events

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...

Fostering accessibility for all genders and communities are critical to mitigating the environmental impact of transport systems while ensuring social equity.

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Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of India's socio-economic development and roughly contribute to 30% of the nation's GDP, 45% of its manufacturing output, and employ over 110 million people. However, despite preferential government policies, many MSMEs remain...

The Land Accelerator South Asia is a unique initiative designed by WRI India to strengthen entrepreneurial opportunities, enhance local livelihoods and incomes, and protect and restore forests and farmlands. With funding support by Salesforce and ecosystem support by Startup India, the Land...

The electrification of buses is critical for decarbonizing India's transport sector and meeting the net zero target set for 2070. To scale the adoption of e-buses across states, it is imperative to understand the implications of battery performance and degradation on e-bus operations.

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To fulfill the dual objectives of propelling Maharashtra into a trillion-dollar economy by 2025 and achieving significant emission reductions by 2050, a comprehensive economy-wide analysis is needed. Development of long-term strategies can help to translate Maharashtra’s mid-century vision to...

Carbon pricing policy can promote the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals for the state of Maharashtra, beside reducing emissions. The price signal can create created shifts in consumption and investment patterns, spur investments, generate revenue and, making economic development...

The session aims to showcase subnational and local climate actions from the global south and how these are driving regional and global climate action. The session will put a spotlight on select climate champions, showcase peer to peer learning best practices as well as bring out leadership...

Globally, countries are investing in cleaner and more reliable public transport systems and electric buses hold the key to driving this global transition. India has emerged as a leader for e-buses in South Asia, aiming to deploy 50,000 e-buses by 2030. As the country charts its unique e-bus...

Accelerating Clean Energy, or ACE, 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.

In July 2023, India hosted the 8th Mission Innovation (...

Young children and caregiver-centric urban development in cities is a co-creative process that requires a multi-pronged approach. This webinar aims to unpack the role of various actors, constituting the urban local ecosystem in cities, who are key to ensuring the long-term sustenance of young...

WRI India is launching its report on A Spoonful of Solar to Help the Medicine Go Down: Exploring synergies between health care and energy on 26 October, followed by panel discussions and...

Celebrating रोहतक!

The District Administration of Rohtak and Rohtak Police under the Haryana Uday Program is organizing a 3-day event - ‘म्हारा रोहतक’ - that will showcase the potential of the city as an inclusive and accessible space for youth. The event will include a...

Clean energy is seen as a practical solution for mitigating global warming and for sustainably meeting India’s growing energy demand. However, transitioning to a clean powered future comes with its own set of challenges. Sector specific innovations, new technologies and digital solutions can...

In today's fast-paced and competitive business environment, staying ahead requires sound strategic planning and creative approaches to respond and adapt to evolving market conditions, connect with customers, and continually innovate to maintain a competitive edge. Join us for this special...

Building construction is one of the leading sources of particulate matter emissions in Surat. As per the source apportionment study for the city, construction, along with road dust, contributes 25-38% and 33-59% of the total PM2.5 and PM10, respectively.

Considering the growth of the...

Note: The webinar has been postponed. The page will be updated with the revised dates soon.

India is expected to witness a five-fold increase in freight activity between 2020 and 2030. However, there is a lack of vehicle categories specifically designed for...

WRI India is happy to announce that its flagship knowledge event, Connect Karo 2023 is back this year as a ground experience that will be held during 17-18 July 2023, at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. The overarching theme for this year’s event is ‘...

India’s buildings-related CO2 emissions have more than doubled between 2000 and 2017, and indirect emissions have almost tripled. These indirect emissions are embodied carbon (EC) emissions, that are associated with the procurement, manufacturing, construction, and disposal of building materials...

Are you a restoration entrepreneur and do you wish to apply to Land Accelerator South Asia 2023? Then join us for this insightful fireside chat with Land Accelerator South Asia alumni! You can ask questions, clarify doubts and indulge in discussion with our panel of Land Accelerator South Asia...

India’s freight activity is about to increase five-fold between 2020 and 2030. This imminent demand needs to be met cost-effectively keeping the evolving consumer behavior and needs in mind. Consumer behavior has changed drastically due to the increased penetration of smartphones and easy access...

Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) form the backbone of the Indian economy and are considered to be the driver of economic growth, job creation and development. The 63.38 million enterprises provide employment to about 111 million people and contribute about 45% to manufacturing output,...

After agriculture, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) is the principal sector engaging the female labor force in India. About 20.37% of the total MSME enterprises in India are currently owned and operated by women, several of which operate on a micro scale in rural locations. Women’s...

NITI Aayog, with support from WRI India, invites you to a roundtable discussion on Strengthening Sub-National Action for e-Mobility in India. The roundtable discussion will bring together sub-national government representatives from across the country with multi-lateral development banks and...

Sustainable Energy Transformation (SET) initiative seeks to support Rajasthan in research and analysis that can help the state achieve its ambitious targets envisaged under its renewable energy (RE) policies. This is a collaborative initiative between WRI India and partner organizations,...

The average Bengalurean lost 5 days and 14 hours extra in 2022 trying to reach his/her destination. Bengaluru is the second-worst city globally in terms of traffic congestion. Mumbai also features in the top 10 most congested metro cities in the world. (TomTom Traffic Index 2022).

It is...

Achieving India’s long-term climate goals would require contributions from non-state actors including businesses to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Such emission reduction would, however, need to align with science to mitigate climate-related risks, - estimated to be...

WRI India in partnership with Catholic Health Association of India (CHAI) and with the support of HSBC India, has supported Member institutions (MIs) to implement renewable energy (solar) solutions at CHAI health facilities across Jharkhand. This one-day workshop is being organized to...

Bengaluru is currently developing its first ever Climate Action and Resilience Plan. Furthermore, several policy and planning initiatives are also being undertaken such as the Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Policy, Revised Master Plan (RMP) and Clean Air Action Plan, all of which are...