MoU signed between GSI and TERI

The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and Glazing Society of India (GSI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 23rd February, 2021 to augment the application and implementation of high-performance glazing systems (façade & fenestration) in buildings, through mainstreaming of reliable testing and performance assessment protocols. TERI and GSI share a common vision of promoting sustainability in built environment through efficient building design & optimal use of resources. 

The MoU was signed between Mr. A. R. Unnikrishnan, Chairman, GSI and Mr. Sanjay Seth, Senior Director – Sustainable Habitat Programme, TERI in the presence of Dr. Ajay Mathur, Director General, TERI, Dr. Vibha Dhawan, Designate Interim Director General, TERI, Mr Gopal Ganatra, Treasurer, GSI and Mr G N Gohul Deepak, Executive Director, GSI.

The MoU envisions to promote applied research around glazing systems and their implementation in building envelopes. The partnership would also help produce a cadre of skilled professionals, specialized in glass façade & fenestration design and selection. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Ajay Mathur said: “The collaboration and enhanced cooperation between the two organizations will help improve resource & energy efficiency in buildings, ensuring thermal & visual comfort, while paving the path towards sustainable and carbon neutral infrastructure development.”

“GSI has been working over the years on building standards, testing and certification eco-system in the country for Glass and glazing.  The collaboration with TERI would take this journey to the next orbit in ensuring sustainable development in a growing economy like India”, said Mr A R Unnikrishnan, Chairman, GSI on the occasion.

TERI is committed to provide expert technical assistance to GSI, to develop performance evaluation procedures for glazing materials and standardise benchmarking protocols. This would enable end-users to understand the energy saving potential by application of glazing systems, through informed decision making leading to value add in building design.