Towards Net Zero 2070 Through Sustainable Battery Storage Adoption in India
India's commitment to the EV30@30 initiative that targets at least30% of vehicle sales to be electric by 2030 translates into adding24 million two-wheelers, 2.9 million three-wheelers, and 5.4 million four-wheelers to its EV fleet by 2035. To meet this demand and reduce its reliance on global EV-component markets, India requires around 3,400-4,100 GWh of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) by2035, estimates the International Council on Clean Transportation.
The Case for Action on Black Carbon
CSTEP and Clean Air Fund launched The Case for Action on Black Carbon, a policy brief highlighting the importance of reducing black carbon emissions across the globe, during a side event at COP28, Dubai. A panel discussion on why action on black carbon emissions is crucial for a sustainable future preceded the launch of the brief.
Read the policy brief here.
Data Engineer
We are seeking a talented data engineer to join our team. You will be instrumental in developing, constructing, testing, and maintaining architectures to support data models and large-scale data processing systems. Your work will support us in leveraging the power of data to drive meaningful change in clean energy transition, clear air, and climate action for a secure and sustainable society.
GIS Analyst
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented GIS Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will utilise geographic information systems (GIS) to analyse spatial and non-spatial information. You will be responsible for mapping data visualisation, conducting spatial analysis, and supporting the decision-making process in various projects.
The eARTh Climate Fellowship
The eARTh Climate Fellowship aims to facilitate the creation of climate art that will trigger behavioural change among citizens. Four fellows have been selected to work with mentors in the areas of
Intern
You will conduct research and analyse the role of AI in addressing societal needs, its economic implications, and impact on workforce, as well as study the ethical and social considerations and policies/regulations surrounding AI. You will be working in the AI/ML group of the Digital Transformation domain, which works on combining the power of data, AI/ML, and digital technologies to enable clean energy transition, clean air, and climate action for a secure and sustainable society.
Cost-Benefit Analysis (Nature-Based Solutions) Consultant
The Consultant will be involved in a short-term project that aims to assess the relevance of cost-benefit analysis in prioritising nature-based solutions for coastal adaptation. This work will be in the climate change adaptation domain within the Climate, Environment, and Sustainability sector.
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Application of an Ultra-Low-Cost Passive Sampler for Light-Absorbing Carbon in Mongolia
Low-cost, long-term measures of air pollution concentrations are often needed for epidemiological studies and policy analyses of household air pollution. The Washington passive sampler (WPS), an ultra-low-cost method for measuring the long-term average levels of light-absorbing carbon (LAC) air pollution, uses digital images to measure the changes in the reflectance of a passively exposed paper filter. A prior publication on WPS reported high precision and reproducibility.
The advantages of Behind-the-Meter Energy Storage with rooftop photovoltaics
In early September, India's peak daytime electricity demand stood at 241 GW, a record high. The solar market in India plays a crucial role in meeting this ever-increasing demand, especially the rooftop photovoltaic sector which has enormous untapped potential. The Government of India aims to have 40 GW of rooftop photovoltaics (RTPV) installed capacity by March 2026.
Policy Matters [July-September 2023]
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