The prestigious institute announced on Thursday that an alumnus has donated USD 18.6 million to the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay for the creation of a Green Energy and Sustainability Research Hub.
The IIT Bombay chose not to reveal the alumni's identity, citing his desire for anonymity.
By making this contribution, the institute will clarify its position in the fight against the climate problem. The hub will be situated in a cutting-edge academic building on the IIT Bombay campus in the Powai district, and its concentration will include critically essential topics, according to a statement from the university.
According to the statement, the areas of attention include assessing climate risks and creating practical mitigation plans, preparing for climate change, and conducting thorough environmental monitoring.
The hub also works to promote the use of renewable energy sources and energy-saving technologies, as well as advance climate solutions. According to the announcement, it will help with research in a number of important fields, including battery technology, solar photovoltaics, biofuels, clean-air science, flood predictions, and carbon capture, among others.
According to the statement, the research center will foster strategic partnerships with leading universities and businesses throughout the world and provide educational training specific to the industry.
The creation of this center demonstrates our commitment to addressing climate concerns through cutting-edge research, encouraging interdisciplinary collaborations, and supporting entrepreneurial endeavors, according to Prof. Subhasis Chaudhuri, Director of IIT Bombay.
According to him, the Green Energy and Sustainability Research Hub is proof of the effect that group efforts may have on establishing a sustainable future.
