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Discover how sustainability science, technology, policy & practice come together at IIT Madras.
At the forefront of India’s scientific research, technological innovation and business incubation, IITM offers a collegial space for amalgamation of ideas and expertise in Sustainability Science and Technologies. School of Sustainability acts as a Center of Centers at IITM that combines efforts in identifying solutions for one or more areas of the natural, socio-technological and built environments.
Explore climate change impacts and adaptation strategies from an engineering perspective, utilizing advanced modeling techniques to assess long-term consequences and inform sustainable decision-making
Comprehensive decarbonization efforts spanning renewable energy, sustainable materials, and industrial processes, drawing from collaborative research across various departments, to mitigate carbon emissions and promote sustainable industry practices
Develop sustainable models for human settlements that address the intricate interplay of Food, Energy, and Water (F-E-W) resources, fostering a holistic and sustainable way of living
Explore the spectrum of human behavior across various facets of life, drive sustainable transformation through policy dialogues, interdisciplinary studies, and vibrant outreach, envisioning a world where sustainable living seamlessly integrates into our daily existence
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As a new interdisciplinary entity in one of India's oldest technological institutions, the School of Sustainability opens doors to the field of Sustainability to a wide array of populations including students, industries, policymakers, and public in India. Harnessing the best pedagogical practices implemented in interdisciplinary curricula worldwide, School of Sustainability is creating new modes of knowledge transfe...
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Have you registered yet? Don't miss learning about how integrating sustainability into your business ecosystem can help drive innovation, strengthen competitiveness and create lasting value! To be part of Cohort 6, enroll before August 20th: https://code.iitm.ac.in/sustainability-for-indian-businesses
View eventSVAASA is IIT Madras' (SI&E) sustainability venture-building platform, focused on climate technology, decarbonisation, circular economy, resource conservation, water, energy and sustainable infrastructure. It brings together academia, startups, industry, government, philanthropy and ecosystem partners to transform research and innovative ideas into market-ready, scalable ventures. Through its Venture Studio, SVAASA supports startups across the full venture journey — from early-stage innovation and technology validation to venture creation, customer discovery, market access, investment readiness and scale — carrying forward the 10+ year legacy of the Carbon Zero Challenge (CZC) and i2I ecosystem.
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Have you registered yet? This 5-week course explores the scientific, technological and policy dimensions of achieving a net-zero future. Module 1 delves into energy transitions, policy innovations, financing models, and pathways for India’s sustainable growth by 2047. Module 2 shifts focus to cutting-edge innovations in CO₂ capture, utilization, and conversion, along with breakthroughs in materials, catalysis, and sustainable design. To know more and register: https://elearn.nptel.ac.in/product-page/decarbonization-pathways-from-science-to-policy-batch-2
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