CAQM Invites Air Pollution Solutions for NCR

24 Jun 2025 CW Team

Proposals must be submitted by 31 July 2025, and must be coordinated by institutions recognised by the Government of India. Independent experts or organisations must partner with such institutions to qualify for submission.

As per Sections 12(2)(vi) and 12(6)(c)(iii) of the CAQM Act, the Commission has the authority and obligation to undertake research and development initiatives to prevent, control, and abate air pollution in the NCR. The current RFP outlines a range of thematic focus areas, including vehicular exhaust and non-exhaust emissions, industrial discharges (such as those from thermal power plants), dust from construction and demolition activities, road and open area dust, stubble burning, waste burning, biomass combustion, household emissions, and dispersed pollution sources.

Additionally, applicants are required to propose methods for identifying and mitigating pollution hotspots. The proposals should also explore effective policies, products, processes, and technologies that can aid in air quality improvement across sectors.

Selected projects will be eligible for financial support for up to three years. This funding will cover both recurring expenses—such as personnel and consumables—and non-recurring costs, including infrastructure and capital equipment. All submissions must include a detailed budget and a clear three-year work plan.

The Project Evaluation and Appraisal Committee constituted by the Commission will assess the proposals based on outcomes, outputs, implementability, scalability, and replicability.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in the National Capital Region (NCR) and adjoining areas has issued a request for proposals (RFP), seeking innovative ideas and technological solutions aimed at tackling air pollution. The call is open to scientists, researchers, academicians, non-governmental organisations, community-based organisations, consortia, and individuals—provided their submissions are routed through a government-recognised academic, scientific, or research institution.Proposals must be submitted by 31 July 2025, and must be coordinated by institutions recognised by the Government of India. Independent experts or organisations must partner with such institutions to qualify for submission.As per Sections 12(2)(vi) and 12(6)(c)(iii) of the CAQM Act, the Commission has the authority and obligation to undertake research and development initiatives to prevent, control, and abate air pollution in the NCR. The current RFP outlines a range of thematic focus areas, including vehicular exhaust and non-exhaust emissions, industrial discharges (such as those from thermal power plants), dust from construction and demolition activities, road and open area dust, stubble burning, waste burning, biomass combustion, household emissions, and dispersed pollution sources.Additionally, applicants are required to propose methods for identifying and mitigating pollution hotspots. The proposals should also explore effective policies, products, processes, and technologies that can aid in air quality improvement across sectors.Selected projects will be eligible for financial support for up to three years. This funding will cover both recurring expenses—such as personnel and consumables—and non-recurring costs, including infrastructure and capital equipment. All submissions must include a detailed budget and a clear three-year work plan.The Project Evaluation and Appraisal Committee constituted by the Commission will assess the proposals based on outcomes, outputs, implementability, scalability, and replicability.

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