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Alumnus Contributes ?160 Crore to IIT Bombay for Green Energy Research Hub
Furthermore, the hub will spearhead initiatives related to climate change adaptation and comprehensive environmental monitoring. Moreover, a critical aspect of the hub's mission is to propel the development of climate solutions and foster the widespread adoption of renewable energy sources and energy-efficient technologies.
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25 Aug 2023 19:15 PM IST /
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A significant development has unfolded at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay), as the institute has received a substantial donation of USD 18.6 million from an alumnus. The contribution aims to establish a Green Energy and Sustainability Research Hub, an initiative that will play a pivotal role in addressing pressing environmental concerns.
This remarkable donation is poised to reshape the institute's role in confronting the global climate crisis. The designated hub will find its home within a state-of-the-art academic building on the IIT Bombay campus, situated in the suburban precinct of Powai. By the donor's wishes, the identity of this alumnus remains undisclosed, as they prefer to remain anonymous. As highlighted in the institute's official statement, the hub's scope will extend to encompass vital areas of research. The designated areas of focus include the meticulous assessment of climate risks and the formulation of effective strategies for their mitigation.
Furthermore, the hub will spearhead initiatives related to climate change adaptation and comprehensive environmental monitoring. Moreover, a critical aspect of the hub's mission is to propel the development of climate solutions and foster the widespread adoption of renewable energy sources and energy-efficient technologies. The research hub will facilitate research across a multitude of critical domains, such as battery technologies, solar photovoltaics, biofuels, clean-air science, flood forecasting, and carbon capture, to name a few.
In addition to its research endeavors, the research center aims to provide tailored educational training for industries and cultivate strategic partnerships with international universities and corporations.
The Green Energy and Sustainability Research Hub serves as a testament to the remarkable impact that collective efforts can achieve in paving a sustainable path for the future, a sentiment Prof Subhasis Chaudhuri emphasized as he expressed his appreciation for the potential this initiative holds.
The Director of IIT Bombay, Professor Subhasis Chaudhuri, underscored the profound significance of this initiative. He highlighted that establishing this hub is the institute's commitment to confronting climate challenges through advanced research, interdisciplinary collaborations, and nurturing entrepreneurial ventures.
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