Senior Analyst
The candidate must be well versed with the technical and policy aspects of energy storage and its application in the energy and power sector. She/he should meet the requirements related to deliverables and project schedule, and should coordinate and communicate effectively with internal and external teams to meet the project objectives.
Responsibilities
Policy reforms to drive future of EVs in India
The Indian automobile industry is currently valued at USD 108 billion. The Government of India has undertaken considerable strides (through purchase subsidies and auto production-linked incentive scheme, among others) to facilitate the green transition of the well-established domestic automotive industry and promote EV uptake. As a result of such initiatives, more than 28 lakh EVs are plying on road as of July 2023.
Amplifying voices for nature at COP28
Climate change is a universally urgent issue that impacts all nations, with interlinked consequences for economies, societies, and ecosystems. At the seat of this problem lies the unchecked, irreversible land-use change affecting about 32 per cent of the Earth’s terrestrial area. COP28 provides an opportune moment to shed some light on prioritising nature and biodiversity conservation, alongside carbon-centric strategies.
India’s Green Odyssey: Striking a Balance Between Economy and Ecology at COP28
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address at COP28, articulated India's steadfast commitment to environmental sustainability while maintaining a delicate balance between economic growth and ecological preservation.
Roundtable Discussion: Net-Zero Scenarios for India’s Buildings Sector
CSTEP conducted a closed-door roundtable discussion on ‘Net-Zero Scenarios for India’s Buildings Sector’ on 18 December 2023 in Bengaluru. The buildings sector directly and indirectly contributes to almost 30% of India’s total GHG emissions.
Climate Finance and Carbon Market Specialist
The Climate Finance and Carbon Market Specialist will provide technical expertise and support in identifying, accessing, and mobilising climate finance resources and exploring carbon market opportunities in the agriculture sector. By strategically leveraging financial mechanisms and carbon markets, the specialist will contribute to the project's objective of promoting climate-smart agricultural practices/technologies and sustainable land management.
Making sense of carbon markets in India
As the global community once again converges at the Conference of the Parties (COP), the pivotal role of carbon markets in achieving the Paris Agreement's ambitious goal of limiting warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius takes center stage.
CSA Adaptation Consultant
The Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) Adaptation Consultant will play a key role in project design and provide technical expertise and strategic advice to stakeholders on climate smart adaptation strategies in the agricultural sector.
Coordinator (Climate Resilient Cell)
The Climate Resilient Cell (CRC) will be established at the Directorate of Agriculture, Government of Odisha (GoO). The CRC Coordinator will work under the supervision of Chief Research Coordinator, and will be the primary point of contact, working closely with project teams, stakeholders, line departments, farmer producer organisation (FPOs), and community members. The incumbent will coordinate with the Climate Support Cell (CSC), GoO, and ensure the project activities and outputs are aligned with the state’s overall goals and objectives.
Climate Hour: Here’s What Happened at COP28 and Why You Should Care
CSTEP conducted the second edition of Climate Hour on 15 December 2023. CSTEP’s climate experts discussed the main proceedings of COP28 and decoded their implications for India and the rest of the globe.
This was followed by an interactive quiz on climate policy and action where participants showed their prowess and won exciting prizes!
Time: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Virtual session