IIT Kanpur and KADA Join Forces for Net Zero Constituency
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Andhra Pradesh’s Kuppam Area Development Authority (KADA) to make Kuppam India’s first Net Zero constituency.
The MoU was signed by Prof. Pratik Sen, Dean of Students’ Affairs at IIT Kanpur, and Vikas Marmat, Project Director at KADA. Spearheaded by IIT Kanpur’s Kotak School of Sustainability, the project will be overseen by Principal Investigators Dr. Rajeev Jindal and Dr. Manoj K. Tiwari.
Key Objectives of the Initiative
Under this collaboration, IIT will act as the technology and knowledge partner for KADA. The initiative aims to:
- Adopt renewable energy solutions.
- Enhance energy efficiency across systems.
- Implement sustainable waste management practices.
- Improve water conservation techniques to achieve Net Zero water.
The project combines advanced technological interventions with community-driven efforts, fostering a culture of sustainability, as per the institute’s press release.
Expert Insights on Sustainability
“This partnership between IIT Kanpur and KADA is a groundbreaking step towards redefining sustainability in India,” said Prof. Sachchida Nand Tripathi, Dean of the Kotak School of Sustainability at IIT Kanpur. He highlighted the importance of shared expertise in addressing environmental challenges, emphasizing that the collaboration sets a benchmark for scalable sustainable development.
A Pioneering Vision
Through this MoU, IIT Kanpur and KADA aim to tackle critical environmental issues while creating a model for Net Zero constituencies across the country. By combining technological expertise with on-ground implementation, this partnership paves the way for a sustainable future.
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