TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute

Name

TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute

Legal name

The Energy and Resources Institute

Website

https://teriin.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Government-funded Research Projects: Research projects funded by various government ministries, departments, and international development agencies for climate, energy, and sustainability studies.
2. Policy Advisory and Consultancy: Advisory services to government bodies, businesses, and civil society on sustainable development, energy, environment, and climate policy.
3. Technology Licensing: Licensing of proprietary technologies including nanofertilizers, mycorrhiza production, and bioremediation solutions to commercial partners.
4. Education (TERI SAS): TERI School of Advanced Studies - a UGC-recognized Deemed-to-be University offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in sustainable development disciplines.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

TERI is an independent, not-for-profit research organization that conducts interdisciplinary research and provides policy advisory, technology licensing, sustainability consulting, and capacity-building services across energy, climate change, environment, sustainable agriculture, habitat, and resources. It sells/distributes proprietary offerings including the GRIHA green building rating system, nanofertilizers (Nano Phosphorus, Nano Zinc, Nano Iron), mycorrhiza biofertilizers, Skilling programmes (Future-In-Charge), and educational programs through the TERI School of Advanced Studies.

Product overview

TERI (The Energy and Resources Institute) is an independent, not-for-profit research organization that develops and offers sustainability-focused programs, technologies, and initiatives rather than traditional commercial products. Its portfolio includes LaBL (Lighting a Billion Lives) for rural energy access, GRIHA as India's green building rating system, nanofertilizers and mycorrhiza biofertilizers from the TERI-Deakin Nanobiotechnology Centre, Supi Sugandh organic products, GREEN Olympiad for environmental education, and the Future-In-Charge EV skilling program. These offerings range from technology products (nanofertilizers, biofertilizers) to certification tools (GRIHA) to social programs (LaBL, education initiatives), reflecting TERI's multi-dimensional approach to sustainable development research and implementation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LaBL (Lighting a Billion Lives): Flagship programme providing affordable solar energy access to underserved households through clean energy solutions for livelihood empowerment
• GRIHA
• GREEN Olympiad
• WSDS

Products and services

• LaBL (Lighting a Billion Lives) Flagship program providing affordable solar energy access to underserved rural households, evolved to LaBL 2.0 (digital carbon marketplace enabling aggregation of small-scale projects to generate carbon credits through digital MRV, lowering transaction costs for rural communities).
• GRIHA (Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment) India's national green building rating system developed and administered by TERI to guide the construction sector toward energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. Sold as a certified rating/assessment service.
• Nanofertilizers (Nano Phosphorus, Nano Zinc, Nano Iron) Biologically synthesized nano-scale fertilizers developed by the TERI-Deakin Nanobiotechnology Centre that require only grams per acre vs. kilograms for chemical fertilizers and can reduce fertilizer use by 50–70%, sold/licensed to farmers and commercial partners.
• Mycorrhiza Products World's largest mycorrhiza production facility at TERI producing a biofertilizer that forms symbiotic relationships with plant roots and can reduce chemical fertilizer use globally by nearly 50%. Produced under patented technology; sold/licensed to commercial partners.
• Oil Zapper (Microbial Consortium for Bioremediation) Bioremediation technology using naturally occurring hydrocarbon-degrading microbial consortium for oil spill and oil-contaminated soil cleanup, licensed/sold to industry partners.
• GREEN Olympiad TERI's flagship environmental literacy and sustainability awareness program for school students that encourages critical thinking, climate consciousness, and informed action.
• Future-In-Charge (FIC) Skilling Programme India's first NCVET-approved curriculum for EV charging infrastructure operations and maintenance, expanding EV-related skills training nationwide with MoEFCC and MBRDI support.
• TERI School of Advanced Studies (TERI SAS) TERI School of Advanced Studies (TERI SAS) is a UGC-recognized Deemed-to-be University offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in sustainability and related disciplines, with flexible Major and Minor structures aligned with India's National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
• TRISHA (TERI's Research Initiative at Supi for Himalayan Advancement) TERI's Himalayan research initiative at Supi village (7,500 feet elevation) since 2003 deploying mountain agriculture technologies including passive solar greenhouses, rainwater harvesting, drip irrigation, biomass gasifier, vermicompost, and oil distillation for aromatic crops.
• Supi Sugandh Organic Products Organic products brand from Supi village in the Himalayan region including herbal infusions, rose water, seasonings, condiments, preservatives, squash, biscuits, lentils and flour, produced by farmers using TERI's sustainable agriculture practices.
• Strategic Centre for Agricultural Innovations (with AGRIFLOW) Strategic Centre focused on agrivoltaics deployment and sustainable energy-food solutions, established with AGRIFLOW partnership using agrivoltaics assessment tools (DPR Framework, Business Model Selection Tool) for scalable deployment of solar PV systems integrated with agricultural land.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduction in nitrogenous chemical fertilizer use by 1,21,500 tonnes through nanofertilizers
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

28 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Hindustan ZinccoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 June 2026250-hectare ecological restoration project at Hindustan Zinc's Chanderiya Lead Zinc Smelter Complex in Rajasthan's Chittorgarh district, aiming to create one of the world's largest green cover areas within industrial premises. Part of Hindustan Zinc's Sustainability Goal 2030 with Net Positive Impact on biodiversity target.
• Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation (RRECL)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 May 2026Collaboration on renewable energy deployment, energy storage, grid integration, Agri-PV, and electric mobility initiatives across Rajasthan. Focus areas include battery energy storage systems, renewable energy grid integration, innovative solar solutions, smart distribution systems, and capacity building.
• Global Carbon Council (GCC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 March 2026Development of India's first digital carbon marketplace for household and livelihood-based clean energy projects under TERI's LaBL 2.0 program. Platform enables aggregation of small-scale projects to generate carbon credits through digital MRV systems, unlocking carbon finance for rural communities.
• World Trade Centre MumbaiflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 January 2026High-Level Transformative Leadership Roundtable in Mumbai gathering senior business leaders, investors, and sustainability practitioners to discuss India's low-carbon transition. Prelude to World Sustainable Development Summit 2026.
• Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 December 2025Support for Future-In-Charge (FIC) skilling programme - India's first NCVET-approved curriculum for EV charging infrastructure operations and maintenance. Pilot cohort achieved 50% placement rate with charge point operators and EV service providers.
• Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint whitepaper estimating India will require 1-2 lakh trained EV professionals by 2030, with cumulative investment of ₹13,552 crore towards hiring and training. Battery technology, power electronics, and motor design identified as most sought-after skills.
• BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner57.5 MW/115 MWh Battery Energy Storage System tender issued by TERI on behalf of BRPL for deployment across four 66/11 kV grid substations in Delhi. Project includes site survey, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, and 24x7 remote monitoring.
• Shell IndiaflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerShell India published India Energy Scenarios Sketch 2026 at TERI World Sustainable Development Summit 2026, presenting three alternative visions for India's energy future through mid-century.
• National Solar Energy Federation of India (NSEFI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLandmark pact signed in September 2025 to tackle carbon footprint of India's digital infrastructure, with data centres projected to account for up to 6% of country's total electricity demand by 2030.
• Deakin University (Australia)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTERI-Deakin Nanobiotechnology Centre (TDNBC) inaugurated in 2017 by PMs Modi and Turnbull. World's biggest mycorrhiza production facility and nanofertilizer development using waste and natural mineral materials.
• Commonwealth SecretariatflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerTERI ESG Academy launched LCAW 2026 in collaboration with Commonwealth Secretariat for climate and sustainability capacity building.
• IIT-MadrascoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConsortium partner with ITDP India and CENEX for UK PACT climate transitions programme developing Thoothukudi Corporation's healthy streets policy and comprehensive road design guidelines.
• IWTMA (Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWind Turbine Supply Chain Management Portal (WT-MARUT) launched by Union Minister for strengthening domestic wind manufacturing and boosting exports.
• Outlook PlanetminorGTM or Marketing PartnerC3 (Climate Crisis Collaboration) discussion on climate finance taxonomy and project bankability challenges with experts from finance and sustainability sectors.
• AGRIFLOWcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to establish Strategic Centre for Agricultural Innovations focusing on agrivoltaics deployment and sustainable energy-food solutions.
• Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate ChangecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGO4Youth Online Olympiad 2026 - national-level environmental awareness initiative for students, with collaboration from University Grants Commission.
• Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerComprehensive study comparing vehicular fuels conducted by TERI as independent research organization to inform India's transport decarbonisation policy. Involves city gas distribution entities including IGL, MGL, GAIL Gas, Gujarat Gas.
• Tata SteelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTata Steel facing delays for UK low-carbon steel project due to electricity access issues, targeted EAF operations pushed to late 2027/early 2028.
• CENEX (UK)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerUK PACT climate transitions programme consortium partner for sustainable urban mobility solutions.
• ITDP IndiaminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerInstitute for Transportation and Development Policy India as consortium partner for Thoothukudi healthy streets policy development.
• Air Pollution Action Group (A-PAG)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint study with IIT Delhi and TERI on freight movement's contribution to Delhi's air pollution, finding nearly 17,000 heavy-duty trucks enter Delhi daily contributing 23% of transport-sector PM2.5 emissions.
• Hitachi Energy IndiaflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPre-summit on 'AI and Electric Energy' hosted in New Delhi addressing power infrastructure demands of India's AI ambitions. Data centre demand doubled from 8 GW to 16 GW.
• IIT DelhicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch collaboration on air pollution studies and freight movement contribution assessment for Delhi.
• Indraprastha Gas Ltd (IGL)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity gas distribution entity participating in PNGRB-TERI study on vehicular fuels for transport transition.
• Mahanagar Gas Ltd (MGL)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity gas distribution entity participating in PNGRB-TERI study on vehicular fuels for transport transition.
• GAIL GasminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity gas distribution entity participating in PNGRB-TERI study on vehicular fuels for transport transition.
• Guyana Rice Development BoardminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on nano-technology fertilizer development for Guyana's agricultural modernization under CARICOM 25 by '25 +5 Initiative.
• Ethens (Energy Transition Hub)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnergy transition hub launched in Kolkata to support coal-dependent eastern and northeastern states in shift to cleaner energy systems.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD): International policy research organization focused on sustainable development, climate change, and natural resource management. Comparable to TERI in policy advisory, project-based research, and government/multilateral funding mix.
• ICF International: Global advisory and digital services firm with deep climate, energy, and environment practice serving governments and utilities. Comparable to TERI in energy and climate advisory work, particularly with public sector clients.
• World Resources Institute (WRI): Global sustainability research organization with broad climate, energy, food, water, and cities portfolios. Comparable to TERI's interdisciplinary research approach and policy advisory model, but at significantly larger global scale.
• Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI): Global independent energy research and advisory organization focused on clean energy transition. Comparable to TERI in mission (energy transition advisory, partnerships with corporates and governments), with deeper specialization in renewables and mobility.
• Climate Policy Initiative (CPI): Global climate finance policy analysis organization advising governments and financial institutions. Comparable to TERI in climate policy advisory work and engagement with public and private stakeholders on energy transition finance.
• ERM (Environmental Resources Management): Global sustainability consulting firm providing environmental, health, safety, and sustainability advisory services to corporates and governments. Comparable to TERI in sustainability consulting, ESG advisory, and project-based delivery.

Direct peers

• Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW): India-based, independent policy-focused research institution working on energy, environment, and climate change. Directly comparable to TERI in mandate, customer base (Indian government and enterprises), and advisory business model.
• Centre for Science and Environment (CSE): India-based research and advocacy organization focused on environment, sustainable development, and public policy. Comparable to TERI in domestic thought-leadership role, publications, and engagement with government on environmental regulation.
• The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) - SAS: TERI School of Advanced Studies, the higher education arm of TERI itself, comparable to other India sustainability-focused academic institutions offering interdisciplinary programs in environment, energy, and sustainable development.

Regional players

• National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL): U.S. national laboratory focused on renewable energy and energy efficiency research. Comparable to TERI in applied research mandate and government-funded energy R&D, but serves U.S. market rather than India.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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