Startup
Powering the Next Generation of Energy Innovators
Breakthrough energy technologies often begin as research ideas. Turning them into scalable businesses requires mentorship, validation, funding, industry access, and commercialization support.
The Energy Consortium serves as a catalyst for deep-tech entrepreneurship by helping researchers, innovators, and founders transform cutting-edge technologies into market-ready solutions.
By connecting startups with industry partners, investors, faculty expertise, pilot opportunities, and innovation ecosystems, we accelerate the journey from laboratory innovation to real-world impact.
From Research to Venture Creation
The Energy Consortium actively supports startups working across critical areas of the energy transition, including:
- Clean Energy Technologies
- Energy Storage
- Hydrogen & Alternative Fuels
- Circular Economy Solutions
- Industrial Decarbonization
- Energy Digitalization
- Renewable Energy Systems
- Sustainability & Climate Technologies
Our ecosystem helps startups:
- Validate technologies
- Develop pilot projects
- Access industry mentors
- Connect with investors
- Explore commercialization pathways
- Scale innovation for real-world deployment
Faculty-Led Startups
The Energy Consortium is proud to support a growing portfolio of faculty-led ventures emerging from IIT Madras research and innovation.
S.No | Start up Name | Start up Technology Area | Faculty Name |
1 | TrigenDC | Heat Pumps | Satya Seshadri |
2 | Wankel Energy Systems | Steam Power Recovery | Satya Seshadri |
3 | EnergyETA | Energy IOT | Satya Seshadri |
4 | Sthyr Energy Private Limited | Zinc-air batteries | Aravind Chandiran |
5 | ARANTREE Consulting Services Pvt Ltd | Sustainability consulting | Santosh Kumar Sahu |
6 | Susstains Engineering Solutions LLP | Engineering consultancy on biomass | Varunkumar S |
7 | X2Fuels and Energy Pvt Ltd | Waste to fuels and energy conversion | Vinu R |
8 | Celdzyne | Biotechnolgy | Guhan Jayaraman |
9 | Vamanie Paramita Energy Pvt. Ltd. | Renewable aenergy | Abdus Samad |
Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)
Supporting initiatives that improve energy efficiency, accelerate decarbonization, and advance sustainable energy practices across sectors
NITI Aayog
Providing research insights and technology perspectives that contribute to India's long-term energy and sustainability goals.
Department of Science & Technology (DST)
Collaborating on research, innovation, and technology development programs that support national priorities.
Guidance Tamil Nadu
Supporting industrial and energy transition initiatives through knowledge exchange and strategic collaboration.
UNFCCC Observer Status
The Energy Consortium serves as an official observer at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) on behalf of IIT Madras. This role enables participation in global climate discussions and provides opportunities to contribute Indian research perspectives to international conversations on climate action and energy transition.
Startup Success Stories
Sthyr Energy Raises $1 Million
Sthyr Energy, an IIT Madras-origin startup, secured $1 million in funding to accelerate the development of its modular zinc-air battery technology.
The company’s innovative energy storage platform enables:
- Long-duration renewable energy storage
- Seasonal energy balancing
- Grid-scale deployment
- Scalable battery architectures
The investment supports commercial scale-up and market deployment of its energy storage solutions.
Wankel Energy Systems Secures Pre-Seed Funding
Wankel Energy Systems successfully raised $1 million in pre-seed funding to advance its industrial steam energy recovery technology.
The startup’s solutions help industries recover and utilize waste energy more efficiently, improving operational performance and reducing emissions.
The funding will accelerate:
- Product development
- Commercial deployment
- Market expansion
- Industrial adoption
IndusDC Announces ₹100 Crore Deep-Tech Commitment
IndusDC, a deep-tech venture studio closely associated with the IIT Madras ecosystem, has announced a ₹100 crore commitment to build and scale clean technology startups.
The initiative is driven by industry leaders and entrepreneurs, including Prof. Satyanarayanan Seshadri, Founder of The Energy Consortium.
The platform focuses on:
- Venture creation
- Technology commercialization
- Industrial deployment
- Large-scale carbon reduction solutions
This initiative strengthens pathways between research, entrepreneurship, and industry adoption.
Startup Recognition & Impact
Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB)
Building the Future Grid
HDFC Parivartan Startup Grants
Several startups mentored by The Energy Consortium were recognized under the HDFC Parivartan Startup Grants 2025–26 for their contributions to clean technology, climate resilience, and circular economy innovation.
Recognized startups include:
- Wankel Energy Systems
- EarthFokus
- Inventive Scientific Minds LLP
- TRIGeN Decarbonisation
- Satiq Concrete Manufacturer Pvt. Ltd.
- JSP Enviro Private Limited
- CeraTattva InnoTech
- XYMA Analytics
The recognition highlights the strength of the consortium’s innovation ecosystem and its ability to nurture startups addressing critical sustainability challenges.
NLC India Limited
Advancing Carbon Capture Technologies
The Energy Consortium and NLC India Limited have established a strategic partnership focused on advancing India’s decarbonization journey.
The collaboration aims to accelerate research and deployment of:
- Carbon Capture Technologies
- Carbon Utilization Pathways
- Low-carbon industrial solutions
- Decarbonization strategies for energy-intensive sectors
The partnership supports the development of cost-effective solutions for capturing and utilizing carbon dioxide while contributing to national climate objectives.
Energy Systems Catapult, United Kingdom
Enabling Cross-Border Energy Innovation
The Energy Consortium has partnered with Energy Systems Catapult, a UK government-backed innovation centre focused on achieving a net-zero energy future.
The collaboration supports:
- International knowledge exchange
- Policy and technology dialogue
- Clean energy innovation
- Commercialization of emerging technologies
- India–UK energy cooperation
This partnership strengthens global collaboration while supporting the development of scalable solutions for the energy transition.
How We Support Startups
Mentorship & Technical Guidance
Access to IIT Madras faculty, researchers, and domain experts.
Industry Connections
Direct engagement with global energy companies and consortium members.
Pilot Demonstrations
Opportunities to validate technologies under real-world operating conditions.
Commercialization Support
Guidance on business models, deployment strategies, and market readiness.
Funding & Investor Access
Connections to investors, venture studios, grant programs, and strategic partners.
Innovation Ecosystem
Collaboration opportunities with academia, industry, government, and international partners.
Strategic
Advisory
Supporting government agencies with expert guidance on emerging energy challenges and opportunities
Technology Assessment
Evaluating technologies for performance, scalability, and deployment readiness.
Research & Analytics
Generating insights that support informed policy and investment decisions.
Pilot Demonstration Support
Validating innovative technologies under real-world conditions before large-scale deployment.
Ecosystem Development
Creating collaborative platforms that connect government, industry, academia, and innovators.
Building the Next Generation of Energy Leaders
The technologies that will shape the future of energy are being developed today.
The Energy Consortium provides the ecosystem, partnerships, and support needed to transform bold ideas into scalable ventures that accelerate the global energy transition.
Together, we are creating the startups that will power a net-zero future.
Collaborate With Us
The Energy Consortium invites leading academic institutions, innovative start-ups, and industry leaders to join our mission of propelling India's energy advancements. Together, we can build a sustainable and impactful energy future.
