World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS)

• The 23^rd edition of World Sustainable Development Summit was held recently in New Delhi.
• The theme of this year’s summit is “Leadership for Sustainable Development and Climate Justice”.

ABOUT WSDS

• The World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) is the annual flagship Track II initiative of The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI).
• It was instituted in 2001.
• It is the only independently convened international summit on sustainable development and environment, based in the Global South.

ABOUT TERI

• TERI is a leading think tank dedicated to conducting research for sustainable development of India and the Global South.
• TERI is an independent, multi-dimensional organization, with expertise in research, policy, consultancy and implementation.
• Established- 1974
• The institution believes that resource efficiency and waste management are the keys to smart, sustainable, and inclusive development.
• TERI’s work across sectors is focused on-
  • Promoting efficient use of resources
  • Increasing access and uptake of sustainable inputs and practices
  • Reducing negative impact on environment and climate

Headquartered in New Delhi, TERI has regional centres and campuses in Gurugram, Bengaluru, Guwahati, Mumbai, Panaji, and Nainital.