NEW DELHI (India CSR): The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish the ‘CONCOR–TERI Centre of Excellence for Green and Sustainable Logistics’. The MoU was signed during the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2025 on Friday, in the presence of Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI, and Sanjay Swarup, Chairman and Managing Director, CONCOR. The agreement was formalized by Sanjay Seth, Senior Director, TERI, and Ahmed Wasi Khan, Group General Manager (P&S), CONCOR. Also present at the occasion were Shri Prakash, Distinguished Fellow, TERI, and Ajit Kumar Panda, Director (P&S), CONCOR, along with other senior representatives from both organizations.
Advancing Green Freight Transport
The CONCOR–TERI Centre of Excellence for Green and Sustainable Logistics aims to advance low-carbon and efficient freight transport in India by promoting a modal shift to railways, developing green rating systems for warehouses, and creating sustainable logistics tools. The Centre will conduct commodity- and sector-specific studies to develop guiding frameworks for optimizing and decarbonizing logistics. It will also facilitate participation in carbon credit markets, support multimodal transport growth, and work towards expanding the commodity basket of Indian Railways. Additionally, the Centre will serve as a platform for knowledge dissemination, represent India’s green logistics initiatives on global forums, and explore commercialization opportunities to drive sustainable freight transport solutions.
CONCOR’s Commitment to Sustainability
Sanjay Swarup, Chairman and Managing Director, CONCOR said, “CONCOR is proud to collaborate with TERI in establishing the Centre of Excellence for Green and Sustainable Logistics, reinforcing our commitment to reducing the carbon footprint of freight transport. As a leader in multimodal logistics, we aim to drive containerization, promote a modal shift to railways, and develop sustainable warehousing solutions. This partnership will enable data-driven research, innovative tools, and policy frameworks that enhance efficiency while advancing India’s sustainability goals.”
TERI’s Vision for Sustainable Logistics
On the occasion, Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI said, “With the rapidly growing demand for logistics, it is imperative to undertake impact-oriented research to drive a shift towards low-emission operations. Through this partnership with CONCOR, TERI aims to develop implementable solutions that optimize logistics, reduce carbon emissions, and lower overall costs. This collaboration highlights the synergy between sustainability and logistics, ensuring that economic progress goes hand in hand with environmental responsibility.”
Aligning Logistics with Climate Goals
Sanjay Seth, Senior Director, Sustainable Infrastructure Program, TERI mentioned, “The logistics sector is at a critical juncture where sustainability must be integrated into its growth trajectory. By partnering with CONCOR, TERI aims to develop strategies that not only enhance efficiency but also align with India’s climate commitments. By combining research, policy advocacy, and industry collaboration, we seek to accelerate the transition toward a more sustainable and resilient logistics ecosystem. This is also an effort contributing to India’s vision under the National Logistics Policy of reducing the logistics costs from 14% to 8% of GDP by 2047.”
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