TERI’s Proposal For Knowledge Hub Secretariat

GC Meeting of Asia Pacific Water ForumSingapore

5th July, 2012

AnshumanAssociate Director,

Water Resources DivisionThe Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)

Structure of Presentation

1. About Us

2. TERI’s Water Knowledge Hub and R&D activities

3. Proposal for Knowledge Hub Secretariat

• Hydrologists (including glaciologists)• Water quality specialists• Environmental engineers• Urban planners & Civil engineers• Water Supply and Sanitation Specialist• Economists & Sociologists• Geoscientists & Agriculture scientist• Development policy and management experts

Multidisciplinary Team

• National and State governments • Donor agencies & NGOs• Educational and Research institutions, Universities

(national and international)• Corporate sector

Our Partners and Clients

• TERI as Regional Water Knowledge Hub for water and climate change adaptation in South Asia (Asia-Pacific Water Forum's Governing Council)

• TERI has been identified as ‘Key Resource Centre for water and sanitation’ by Ministry of Drinking Water & Sanitation (MoRD).

• Water Laboratory (Environment laboratory) has been recognized (accredited) by Ministry of Environment & Forest (MoEF) under (EPA).

Knowledge Hub for Water and Climate Change Adaptation in South Asia

Officially launched during DSDS 2010 by Hon. Minister of Water Resources, GoI.Attended by august audiences and partners from various institutesThe launch was marked by the roundtable conference on “Fostering Regional Cooperation for Water security & Governance in South Asia: A Shared Water Vision”The launch of website of knowledge hub, www.waterknowledgehub.org

Priority ThemesPriority Themes

Climate change phenomenon in South Asia’s water sectorInter-personal, inter-household and inter-sectoral equity in allocation of scarce water for multiple usesAdaptive strategies and safeguards in different sectors reliant on waterWater management during climate change related disastersModeling future scenarios for water in South AsiaAgricultureClimate changeEconomicsHydrological & hydro-geological modelingGlaciologyGovernance & management of water resourcesIWRMTransboundary Issues

River basin ManagementWater Conservation and harvestingWater in IndustriesLake ManagementWater Quality and TreatmentWater Supply and SanitationWatershed ManagementWetland Management

TERI’s Services

Strengthen the network partnership Develop and maintain database on water and climate changeDevelop a comprehensive water atlasUndertake fundamental & applied researchDevelop micro-climate models for different regions in S. AsiaDevelop capacity building & awareness programmes

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TERI Services (Contd…)

Organizing training of trainers (ToT)Facilitate scholar exchange programmeDevelop and maintain interactive knowledge hub web portalMaintain online libraryTie up with national and local level mediaAssess the investment and financial flows required

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Water Resources Policy and Management (WRPM)• Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM)• Urban & Rural Water Supply & Demand Management• Water Audits and Water Use Efficiency• Surface and Groundwater Assessment (Modeling)• Water and Climate Change • Water Quality and Pollution studies• Drinking Water and Sanitation• Water Conservation, Recycle and Reuse• Socio-economic Assessment• Policy, Institutional and Regulatory reforms• Outreach, Training and Capacity Building

Center for Himalayan Ecology (CHE)• Hydro-meteorological monitoring (& Modeling)• Glacial studies (Glacier vulnerability assessment)• Mountain water resource management

About WRD: Research Activities & Focus

• Impact of climate change and watershed development on agricultural water security in Krishna basin & Murray Darling basin. (Univ. of Melbourne, IWMI, IITM, TERI; ACIAR)

• Comprehensive water audits for several private and public sector companies in India, (NTPCs, Surya Nepal)

• Impacts of Climate Change on Himalayan Glaciers: measurement of field parameters. (TERI)

• Key Resource Centre (ToT) in Drinking Water. (MDW&S)• Key Resource Centre in Sanitation (ToT). (MDW&S)• Identifying Issues and Assessing Response Capacity at the State level

with respect to Water, Energy, and Climate Interactions. • The global best practices in industrial waste water treatment

technologies with special reference to common effluent treatment plants (CETP).

• HighNoon Project • ADPC Project• APAN Project

Some Select Relevant Projects

Projects

Select Project Briefs

Krishna Basin ProjectImpacts of climate change & watershed development

on agricultural water security in the Krishna Basin

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HyderabadKhammam

Krishna

Kurnool

Mahbubnagar

Nalgonda

Belgaum

Bellary

Bijapur

Chikmangalur

Chitradurga

Dharwad

Gulbarga

Raichur

Shimoga

Tumkur

Ahmadnagar

Kolhapur

Pune

Sangli

SataraSolapur

Osmanabad

Bhir

Bidar

Medak

Machilipatnam

Hassan

Ananthapur

WarangalMAHARASTRA

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ANDHRAPRADESH

Bhima - Ujjani

Koyna

NagarjunasagarAlmattiJuralaNarayanpur

Ghataprabha Srisailam

Malaprabha

Tungabhadra

Prakasam Barrage

Bhadra

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K-11K-12

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Musi

Don

Akeru

HaliaMan

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Sina

Krishna

Hundri

Tunga

Malaprabha

Koyna

Paleru

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Sub-basin IndexK-1 Upper KrishnaK-2 Middle KrishnaK-3 GhataprabhaK-4 MalaprabhaK-5 Upper BhimaK-6 Lower BhimaK-7 Lower KrishnaK-8 TungabhadraK-9 VedavathiK-10 MusiK-11 PaleruK-12 MunneruK-13 Delta

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Major reservoirsRiver

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Major Sub-Basins of Krishna Basin

Catchment water cycle impacts: 40% reduction in Musicatchment (1980-2002)

Water Audit (Surya Nepal Pvt. Ltd.)

Enhancing Water use efficiency

TERI as National Key Resource Centre for Rural Drinking Water and Sanitation

Trainings in states on specific issues in Water and sanitation sector

Trainees:State and district level officials, PHED engineers, District level key functionaries

Themes for Training modules:• Water quality and treatment technologies• Water audit of piped water supply schemes

for improving water efficiency• Rainwater and roof water harvesting• Climate change impact on water

availability and quality

Regional ProjectsHighNoon Study (2009-12)• An EU FP 7 supported study with the aim to study the impacts of climate

change and glacial melt on water resources in the Ganges Basin• 9 institutes involved from Europe, Japan, India and Nepal• Project included both modelling components and stakeholder driven

approaches for identification and prioritization of adaptation optionsADPC Study (2011-12)• Regional climate model projections for Nepal at a 25*25 km resolution • Use of regional model (PRECIS UKMA); Bias correction estimation• Capacity Building workshop on regional models (Bangladesh/India):

Beneficiaries-DHM Nepal, IWM Dhaka.• Supported by ADB, sub-contracted by ADPC (Asian Disaster Preparedness

Center) Bangkok to TERIAPAN Study (2011-12)• 8 countries covered – Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Maldives and India

• Scoping report for S Asia on adaptation for all sectors including water resources

• Development of Database on Adaptation projects or projectscontributing to adaptation in South Asia

India Water Forum

2011 : Water Security and Climate Change:Challenges and

Opportunities

International Water Conventions

2011 : Water Security and Climate Change2012 : Water use efficiency

2012:

Water use efficiency

Proposed Role of TERI as

APWF Knowledge Hubs Secretariat

Vision

To facilitate Knowledge sharing for effective & sustainable management

of water resources in Asia Pacific region

a region threatened by multiple water and livelihoods challenges

TERI’s strengths

• Reputation• Multidisciplinary staff • Existing strong national and international

network of partners & clients• Track record of successful similar assignments • Experience in running other knowledge networks

(TERI-BCSD, AEI, REEEP Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership, IPCCIntergovernmental Panel on Climate Change; ICSD; LaBL; GRIHA; IWF; )

• Ready infrastructure & academic branch (TERI University)

Infrastructure, facilities & skills

• Several campuses and offices (3 in Delhi + 5 in the rest of India + others in other parts of the world)

• Office space + meeting/conference rooms + training centers

• Well-stocked and up-to-date libraries (including digital library services)

• Videoconferencing facilities• In-house technical unit (to help with establishing

and maintaining website: IT Center)• Publication branch: TERI Press

Proposed Activities in KH Secretariat

• Conducting monitoring and progress review– Liaising and regular monitoring of partner KH for progress in

activities viz-a-viz KRAs (Key Result Areas)– Produce scorecards for Hubs– Develop and maintain a network of partners (resource agencies and

persons)

• Updating and revitalizing the website– For information sharing/dissemination, announcements,

publications/stories, collaborative projects, publicity etc. – Create and constantly update a database of (i) relevant literature and

statistics; (ii) Management and governance tools; and (iii) resource persons and institutions

– Disseminate information online– engage in raising public awareness through different forums/Hubs

Proposed Activities in KH Secretariat

• Exploring collaborative projects/programs– For promoting collaborative research projects within knowledge

domains of hubs – Wider dissemination of outputs/products; scholar exchange programs;

regional cooperation & cross learning– Facilitate knowledge exchange– Conduct research on relevant topics throughout the focal areas of

Hubs, in collaboration with partners

• Conduct regular workshops/seminars/ trainings meetings– Organize regional conferences and seminars on substantive topics,

at which Hubs and partners can interact– Information sharing/dissemination among wider stakeholder

groups including policy makers, – Other outreach activities, networking etc.

Proposed Activities in KH Secretariat

• Conduct regular workshops/seminars/ trainings meetings– Organize regional conferences and seminars on substantive topics, at

which Hubs and partners can interact– Information sharing/dissemination among wider stakeholder groups

including policy makers, – Other outreach activities, networking etc.

Active advocacy– Promote feasible policies to address regional water challenges (e.g.

mitigate or adapt to climate change impacts) (Policy Briefs)– Engage relevant authorities/stakeholders throughout Asia Pacific

Region – Promote dialogue between river basin-sharing states in the region

or even provinces within specific countries– Facilitate Track-II, south-south cooperation

• Publication, reporting and documentation (TERI-Press)– Preparation of annual reports/progress reports of K Hubs, – Books & publications of collaborative projects, Policy briefs, etc.

• Explore collaboration between TERI, ADB and UNESCO-IHE & other funding agencies

Proposed immediate next steps• Re-establishing the Hubs Steering Committee

– With consultation & unanimous voting

• Hold the next progress review meeting– Around India Water Forum 2012 (October)– Update the focus areas/activities in consultation with K. Hubs– Event in DSDS 2013 (Feb)

Proposed Activities in KH Secretariat

Year USD

1 121000

2 121000

3 121000

4 121000

5 121000

Total 605000

Budget (First 5 Years):

(conversion rates as on 2 July 2012)

Proposed Budget

Components• 75% of Professional costs (2 professionals)• Website development ; domain space & maintenance• 5 workshops/seminars/review meetings (1 each year)• Communication; print material

Miscellaneous• Space – desks + archival space• Facilities – computers, own website (interactive)

TERI’s Contribution (as discount)• 25% of the Professional costs (2 professionals)

Budget categories

Cost to be funded separately• Travel (incl. accommodation, etc.)• Seminars (additional; in the first 5 years)• Capacity building/training workshops

(proposed 2 to 3 every year)• Scholar educational exchange programs• Collaborative projects between Hubs/partners

TERI’s Contribution TERI’s in-kind contributions• 25% of the professional time/cost (discounted in budget)• Professional inputs/advisory from sectoral experts within

TERI. Exchange programs with TERI-University. • Support in knowledge database creation & dissemination

(TERI Library; TERI Press; IT Dept) • Promotion through TERI’s existing networks/partners

/institutions; & flagship programs (DSDS, IWF, LaBL, ICSD, KRC, others). (Stakeholders: Policy makers/Govt. Dept./states others; Facilitate Track-II dialogues, South-South Cooperation)

• R&D experience sharing & training (e.g. Climate Change: Regional Modeling, Water, Energy); Policy briefs

• Capacity building/training workshops (Infrastructure across India & outside to host events; faculty; Super Comp; Models)

• Exploring funding for future activities through its networks

Timeline

Plan for first 5 years:• Set up: 3 months• Newsletter (2 x p.a.) / E-mail updates (4 x

p.a.)• Seminar (1 x p.a.)• Proposed Capacity building workshop (2 x

p.a.)• Technical maintenance (1 x p.a.)• Knowledge database management and other

activities (year round)

Similar initiatives currently underway at TERI

• AEI (Asian Energy Institute)/REEEP• TERI-BCSD (Business Council for

Sustainable Development) • TERI as Center of Excellence in Urban

Development• KRC for Water & Sanitation (Training of

trainers)

TERI-BCSD (Business Council for Sustainable Development)

• Objective: to promote corporate leadership in environmental management, social responsibility, and economic performance without compromising business competitiveness

• Established: 2000• Organisation: unit within TERI, headed by a Director• Membership: 100+ companies operating within India• Funding sources: supported primarily by its corporate members, with

revenues from events organised (for members and non-members) • Activities: (1) hosting events (preference in attendance given to

members); (2) liaising between members, on one hand, and government agencies as well as relevant policy and research institutions, on the other; (3) conducting technical training programmes for corporate managers; (4) outreach through publications

• The Executive Committee and Board comprise TERI staff as well as industry representatives

• BCSD is a partner of the WBCSD (World Business Council for Sustainable Development), Geneva, and a member of its regional network

• Website: http://bcsd.teri.res.in

AEI (Asian Energy Institute)

• Objectives: (1) facilitate sharing and dissemination of knowledge; (2) undertake research and training activities; and (3) analyse global energy developments and their implications

• Established: 1989• Organisation: TERI hosts the AEI Secretariat • Membership: 17 institutes from 14 Asian countries + 14 other associate

member institutes (from Asia and beyond)• Funding sources: organizations including foundations, bilateral agencies and

government organizations. Members also provide in-kind support.• Brings out a semiannual newsletter about the diverse research activities

undertaken by member institutes • Registered in India; has a unique status and a separate bank account • International board (including Executive Committee) comprises

representatives from member countries; both President and Secretary are from TERI

• Currently also hosts the South Asian Regional Secretariat for REEEP (Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership), which is headquartered in Vienna, Austria

• Websites: http://www.aeinetwork.org and http://www.reeep.org

Thank YouContact Details:

AnshumanAssociate DirectorWater Resources DivisionThe Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)India Habitat Center, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-03.Ph: +9111 24682100 (Ext: 2302)Mobile: (+91)9899809115Email: anshuman@teri.res.in