Integrated Research and Action for Development (IRADe)

We were excited to host the Finovista team at the IRADe office today. Mr. Vimal Kumar presented the Clean Cooking Policy Compendium, highlighting India’s evolving policy landscape in clean cooking and supporting the country’s journey toward achieving net-zero emissions by 2070. We look forward to further strengthening our collaboration, advancing this crucial cause together, and contributing to a greener and more sustainable future for all! #CleanCooking #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #NetZero #PolicyInnovation #IndiaEnergy #EnergyTransition #CollaborativeEffort #CleanEnergy #GreenFuture #EnergyAccess #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment #EcoFriendly #CleanCookingSolutions #FutureOfEnergy #GreenEnergy #IndiaCleanEnergy #ClimateLeadership Jyoti Parikh Dr. Sudipa Majumdar Navpreet Saini Vimal Kumar Sheetal Rastogi Kalam Singh Kunwar

🚨 Announcement: Capacity Building Workshop for Western Region power sector state  Stakeholders! 🚨 In our collective pursuit of a more sustainable and resilient power sector, we're thrilled to announce the fourth Capacity Building Workshop organized by Integrated Research and Action for Development (IRADe) in collaboration with the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). This workshop, focused on electricity laws, policies, regulations, and emerging trends, will take place on 23rd-24th January 2025 in Vadodara, Gujarat. 💡 Key objectives of the Workshop: ⚓ Enhance knowledge of national laws, policies, and regulations governing the power sector. ⚓ Deepen expertise in technical, legal, financial, and regulatory aspects. ⚓Equip stakeholders with skills to address emerging challenges in the power sector. ⚓Foster networking and knowledge exchange among key players in the power sector. This event will gather stakeholders from State Ministries, State Electricity Regulatory Commissions, State Power Utilities, and State Renewable Development Agencies of the Western Region. Let’s work together to strengthen the power sector and ensure a sustainable energy future for all! 🔌🌱 Jyoti Parikh | Kirit Parikh | Pankaj Batra | Dr. Sudipa Majumdar | Rohit Magotra | Probal Ghosh | Anjana Das | MOHIT KUMAR GUPTA | Navpreet Saini #CapacityBuilding #EnergyTransition #PowerSector #Sustainability #EnergyGovernance #StakeholderEngagement #WesternRegion #PowerPolicies #ElectricityLaws #CollaborativeEfforts #IRADe #CEA

Our tribute to Dr. Manmohan Singh: The former Prime Minister, and a Founding Member of IRADe. With profound sorrow, IRADe mourns the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh, a founding member of IRADe, the Former Prime Minister of India, and a distinguished economist whose visionary leadership and unparalleled contributions have left an indelible mark on India and the world. Dr. Singh’s unwavering support, profound intellect, wise guidance, and warm personality were a source of inspiration to all of us at IRADe. As a founding member, he supported our vision and played a pivotal role in shaping our mission. His steadfast belief in the power of research, particularly multi-disciplinary one, policy analysis that accounted for stakeholder concerns, and collaboration continues to guide our work. There were many discussions regarding how best to set up IRADe, some at his residence, where he and Mrs. Gursharan Kaur, provided warm hospitality, during 2002, when he was a member Rajya Sabha and also afterwards. He graciously inaugurated IRADe‘s first major event Energy Conclave, a 3- day event, where there was a comprehensive debate on many aspects of energy sector. Dr. Kirit Parikh, Chairman IRADe, worked directly with him as a Member of Planning Commission for 5 years (2004-2009). Dr Jyoti Parikh, Executive Director IRADe, served as a Member of Prime Minister’s Advisory Council on Climate Change from 2007-2010. India has lost not only a pioneer in the field of economics and governance but also a wise, cherished mentor and advocate for sustainable and inclusive development. His legacy will forever remain a guiding light for us and future generations. On behalf of the entire IRADe team, we extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones during this time of grief. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Team IRADe🙏🏻🙏🏻 Rohit Magotra Probal Ghosh Pankaj Batra Dr. Sudipa Majumdar Anjana Das MOHIT KUMAR GUPTA Navpreet Saini Sankalan Dey Naman Mehta Manju L Verma BK Sarkar Vama Devan Mohan Mishra Ritwik Ray Chaudhuri Nitin Kaswan Manya Shukla Sudershan Singh

Just Transition for India’s Coal Mining Districts IRADe is happy to share the article by Dr. Sudipa Majumdar, Director, and Navpreet Saini, Senior Research Analyst, IRADe, in Renewable Watch Magazine on the topic “Just Transition: Need for Green Transition in the Coal Mining Districts of India.” As India moves towards Net Zero emissions by 2070, the socio-economic implications for the coal-dependent states need special attention. To make this green transition truly “just”, India must balance environmental goals with comprehensive support for the mine workers by creating safer jobs, attracting investments and enhancing social welfare services. The shift would require upskilling workers, improving infrastructure, and supporting displaced workers in the coal mining districts of India. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g8qVNhiR #GreenTransition #SustainableDevelopment #CleanEnergy #India #RenewableEnergy #NetZero #ClimateAction #SolarEnergy #WindPower #JustTransition #SustainableFuture

🎄 ✨ Here's to many more moments of joy and team spirit in the coming year! 🙌 🍕 🎅   Merry Christmas from  Team IRADe Jyoti Parikh, Kirit Parikh, Rohit Magotra, Probal Ghosh, Pankaj Batra, Anjana Das, Dr. Sudipa Majumdar, Navpreet Saini, MOHIT KUMAR GUPTA, Sankalan Dey, Manju L Verma, Naman Mehta, Vama Devan, B.K.Sarkar, Mohan Mishra, Sudershan Singh, Ritwik Ray Chaudhuri, Nitin Kaswan, Manya Shukla

IRADe pays tribute to Shri. Shirish B Patel We convey our great sorrow at the demise of Shri. Shirish B Patel was an IRADe founding member and a renowned civil engineer and urban planner. Shri Patel was not only a pioneer in his field but also a warm, supportive, and active contributor to our vision. He was a warm and active member.  We have lost a great supporter and a believer. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Team IRADe Jyoti Parikh | Kirit Parikh

Dear Readers,  We are excited to bring you the October-November 2024 edition of the IRADe Research Newsletter! This issue highlights IRADe’s efforts to address climate resilience, sustainable energy, and equitable development through impactful initiatives and collaborative engagements. Building the momentum for COP 29 negotiations, Prof Jyoti Parikh, Executive Director and Prof Kirit Parikh, Chairman, IRADe published their article in Business Standard (12 November 2024) on how to bring accountability in climate finance, from the receivers' and donors' perspectives. IRADe has actively participated and contributed to COP events often and this year was no exception. IRADe co-organised a joint event at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan on “Shared Solutions for Shared Risks: Tackling Transboundary Climate Challenges” led by Rohit Magotra, Deputy Director, IRADe.  IRADe started its efforts on national capacity-building workshops across 5 regions of India in collaboration with the Central Electricity Authority and completed two days of extensive deliberations during the events. Two workshops, namely, the Eastern Region (Bihar) and the North Eastern Region (Assam) engaged stakeholders in envisioning a resilient power sector, in October and November respectively. We are also happy to share insights from our work related to stakeholder perspectives for "Evolving Roadmap for Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Adoption in India". We hope you enjoy exploring this edition, which reflects our commitment to advancing impactful research and fostering partnerships for sustainable development. Warm regards, Team IRADe IRN Link https://lnkd.in/g_pZRVGG Jyoti Parikh | Kirit Parikh | Pankaj Batra | Dr. Sudipa Majumdar | Rohit Magotra | Anjana Das | Probal Ghosh

Dr. G. N. Qasba, Senior Advisor, IRADe was a panelist in the Session on Water and Climate: The growing concern in mountain settlements in Parvat Manthan Regional Conclave ‘A Dialogue for Enhanced Service Delivery in Water, Used Water and Waste Management for Hill Cities’ held on 3rd to 4th December 2024 at 'The Theatre", India Habitat Centre (IHC), New Delhi. organised by ICIMOD, Nepal and NIUA. He explained the Srinagar model of governance, communication, and use of informal means of human resource mobilization during Srinagar floods. His key recommendations included: ·      Governance Model Replication: Effective governance requires centralized oversight, with heads of states ensuring proper monitoring of operations. There is need for incorporating this governance approach in other state and local bodies, as well as at the national (apex) level. ·      Inclusive Capacity Building: Capacity building should not only focus on formal processes but also include the informal mobilization of infrastructure and manpower. Involvement of local community groups in critical decision-making to enhance the responsiveness and effectiveness of operations, particularly during recovery phases after disasters.  #ICIMOD  #NIUA

🌍💡 Unlocking Regional Cooperation for Clean Energy in South & Southeast Asia 🌱 IRADe is happy to share a research paper by Jyoti Parikh and Navpreet Saini, published in Energy for Sustainable Development, titled "The Role of Regional Grid Connectivity and Cooperation for Decarbonisation: A Case Study of South and South East Asia." The paper explores how cross-border cooperation can reduce fossil fuel dependence, cut CO2 emissions, and accelerate decarbonization in these regions 🌿🌎 This paper is the culmination of a decade-long effort by IRADe under the USAID SARI/E program, UKAID, and ADB etc. It is the result of years of collaboration, including consultations with power system experts and decision-makers from these countries, whose insights and keen interest have been a major motivating force behind this research 🔋⚡ The paper highlighted that Cross-border power trade boosts energy security, decarbonization, and NDC goals by sharing renewables resources. Both the regions are large with growing population and economic growth with increasing needs of power. They are already internally somewhat interconnected. 💚📈 Together, South and Southeast Asia can build a sustainable, energy-secure future, promoting both economic growth and environmental sustainability. 🌏⚡🌱 Read here ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gBzHk7Vi Kirit Parikh| Pankaj Batra| Dr. Sudipa Majumdar| Rohit Magotra| Anjana Das| Probal Ghosh #RenewableEnergy #PowerTrade #SouthAsia #SoutheastAsia #Decarbonization #EnergySecurity #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateAction #EnergyForSustainableDevelopment #RegionalCooperation #NDCs #CleanEnergy

Happy to share that our article on IRADe’s Climate Adaptive and Inclusive Heat Action Plans for Cities Focused on Vulnerable Communities was published in South Asia's premier publication on disasters, climate and humanitarian action October edition (Page 3-4) .IRADe New Delhi Ananya Bhatia "IRADe's HSAPs demonstrate a successful model for mitigating heat stress and building climate resilience in South Asian cities. Their evidence based strategies, focused capacity building, and extensive community outreach offer a replicable approach for other urban centres facing the growing threat of extreme heat. The establishment of SAHHIN strengthens regional collaboration and ensures continued knowledge exchange to tackle future heatwave challenges" Evaluating Extreme Heat Projects and Programmes: Key Lessons - The All India Disaster Mitigation Instituteaidmi.org https://lnkd.in/gGv6phax