Reports

This Detailed Energy Audit Report identifies considerable potential for energy and cost savings at the Ludhua Tea Factory. With thermal energy primarily sourced from Meghalaya coal, energy expenditure constitutes approximately 65% of the factory's made tea production cost. The report details 10 conservation proposals, including 3 Cost Conservation Proposals (CCPs) and 7 Energy Conservation Proposals (ECPs). The cumulative impact of these recommendations is an estimated overall cost reduction of 38%, leading to annual savings of ₹11.9 lakhs.

This Detailed Energy Audit Report for the Leelagarh Tea Factory uncovers significant opportunities for enhancing energy efficiency and reducing operational costs. Energy expenditure accounts for approximately 65% of the plant's made tea production cost. The audit identifies 11 conservation proposals, comprising 3 Cost Conservation Proposals (CCPs) and 8 Energy Conservation Proposals (ECPs). Collectively, these proposals are projected to achieve an overall cost reduction of 40.8%, generating annual savings of ₹24.8 lakhs.

This comprehensive Detailed Energy Audit Report for the Durgabari Tea Factory uncovers significant opportunities for energy and cost optimization. The factory's energy costs represent approximately 60% of its made tea production cost. The audit identifies 12 conservation proposals, including 5 Cost Conservation Proposals (CCPs) and 7 Energy Conservation Proposals (ECPs). The implementation of these measures is projected to yield an overall cost reduction of 4%, translating to annual savings of ₹14.2 lakhs.

CAG conducted a study (July–Sept 2024) across three Chennai schools to identify challenges in school-zone safety. The three schools were selected for being representative of different neighbourhoods in Chennai. Methods included parent surveys, road audits, focus groups with children, and observational studies. The report also proposes actionable measures for developing safer, sustainable transport solutions around schools.

We can’t fight climate change with business-as-usual spending. India’s energy procurement is full of untapped potential, but sustainability is still not a priority. This report shows how we can turn every public purchase into a climate win.

This research project, led by CBalance with support from CAG, aims to create and test practical cool roof solutions featuring reflective and insulating materials to minimize heat absorption through roofs, help lower indoor temperatures,  and reduce heat stress in vulnerable households, especially those without cement (RCC) roofs. The goal is to use sustainable, locally available materials to protect vulnerable people from extreme heat.

Plastic, Policies and People brings grassroots voices into the global conversation on plastic pollution. This report captures insights from waste workers, youth, RWAs, and MSMEs across four cities, highlighting their expectations, concerns, and priorities for the Global Plastics Treaty. It underscores the need for an inclusive, just, and accountable treaty that reflects the lived realities of those most impacted. Through vivid documentation and powerful narratives, the report offers a bottom-up perspective on what a truly transformative plastics treaty must look like.

This first-of-its-kind study explores climate literacy and environmental attitudes among selected Members of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. At a time when climate-informed policymaking is crucial, the report offers valuable insights into legislators’ awareness and perceptions of climate change. By identifying knowledge gaps and highlighting areas of strength, the study lays the foundation for tailored educational initiatives and meaningful climate action in the state.

This report highlights the findings from a survey of the general public’s understanding of road safety issues and rules.  The report sheds light on public perceptions of critical issues like speeding, road safety, pedestrian safety, and awareness of traffic rules. It also provides actionable recommendations to enhance road safety in the State and serve as a guiding framework for policymakers and stakeholders.

CAG conducted a helmet-compliance study across 11 districts in Tamil Nadu in November 2024. The findings revealed low adherence, particularly among adults in districts like Chengalpattu and Kanchipuram and negligible compliance among children. This is despite  India reporting over 4.6 lakh road crashes, resulting in 1.68 lakh fatalities (in 2022), and Tamil Nadu consistently topping the list for road crashes from 2018 to 2022.