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QUARTERLY UPDATE FROM THE ENERGY CONSORTIUM
JANUARY 2026
THE ROAD AHEAD
A Message From The CEO
Dear Energy Enthusiasts,
The Energy Consortium has had another powerful year overall, its fourth since establishment, and this past quarter, from October to December, has evidenced a number of developments consolidating our core agenda of driving industry-academia collaborative efforts. We onboarded two new core members with bp and Caterpillar joining us, further strengthening us in two important areas for energy transition – low carbon fuels and electrification. We have also established a bilateral framework agreement with Italian integrated energy major Eni.
We recently crossed 10k followers on LinkedIn, and it stands as a strong reminder of our continued commitment and single-minded focus on decarbonization while underscoring our approach for proactively striking global collaborations and strategic partnerships. Our followers represent all 11 categories within the Sustainable Industry Classification System (SICSĀ®) of the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) ā reflecting our broad reach across sustainability domains. Our ability to encourage diverse professionals spanning multiple job categories, functions, and organizations of every scale ā from startups to global enterprises, from over 100 regions worldwide- gives us additional pride and a shared sense of purpose.
Wishing everyone a productive and fulfilling 2026!
Stay tuned!
Warm regards,
Nikhil Tambe
CEO,
Energy Consortium, IIT Madras
POWERING CONVERSATIONS
Chairman of the IIT Madras Board of Governors, Dr Pawan Goenka, reviewed our ongoing work on Industrial Decarbonisation
The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Pawan Goenka, Chair of the Board of Governors, and Prof. Kamakoti Veezhinathan, Director, IIT Madras, at the Cooling and Heating Innovation Lab (CHIL), led by Prof. Satya Seshadri.
The visit highlighted The Energy Consortiumās focus on guiding deep-tech startups in translational research on energy-transition technologies. Discussions centred on opportunities to decarbonise industrial process heating using high-temperature heat pumps developed by TRIGeN Decarbonisation, an IndusDC portfolio company.
The team also showcased upcoming product innovations aimed at increasing heat pump delivery temperatures beyond 160 Ā°C, with the potential to address up to 40% of industrial heating requirements. The engagement underscored the role of The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, in translating cutting-edge research into scalable solutions for industrial decarbonisation.
ENERGY BRIEFS
Global Research Partnerships Advancing the Energy Transition
The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, continues to strengthen international research partnerships that accelerate progress across the energy transition landscape. Through grant-supported initiatives from the Office of Global Engagement, faculty at IIT Madras are collaborating with leading global institutions to address critical challenges in sustainability, energy storage, and carbon mitigation.
Under the Jointly Funded Bilateral Mobility Program (JFBMP), three faculty-led projects exemplify the power of cross-border research collaboration.
Prof. Ranjit Bauri, Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, IIT Madras, is collaborating with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) on the project āSynergistic Recovery of FePOā from Bauxite Residue and Steel Making Slag for Making Cathodes of Lithium-Ion Batteries.ā The research focuses on recovering materials from industrial waste streamsāspecifically bauxite residue and steelmaking slagāand converting them into value-added cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries, advancing sustainable resource utilisation and supporting circular economy practices in energy materials.
Prof. Raghuram Chetty, Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Madras, has been awarded the project āFeasibility Study for Enhanced Local Grid Stabilisation Using a 100 MWh Vanadium Redox Flow Battery (VRFB) System to Support Critical Infrastructureā under the Jointly Funded Bilateral Mobility Program (JFBMP) 2025. In collaboration with the University of Hull, the project explores the deployment of large-scale VRFB systems to enhance grid stability, facilitate long-duration energy storage, and bolster critical infrastructure resilience, thereby contributing to Indiaās clean energy transition and global innovation in electrochemical energy systems.
Prof. Somnath C. Roy, Department of Physics, IIT Madras, has worked on the project āMoSāāTiOā Heterojunction Photocatalyst for Photoreduction of COāā under the Jointly Funded Bilateral Mobility Program (JFBMP) 2024. In collaboration with Tel Aviv University, the project focuses on developing advanced heterojunction photocatalysts that enable efficient COā reduction under solar irradiation, offering promising pathways for sustainable fuel generation and renewable-driven carbon solutions.
Collectively, these initiatives highlight how international research collaborations translate scientific excellence into real-world energy solutions, reinforcing IIT Madrasā role as a global hub for energy innovation.
Industry-funded purpose-driven research and innovation ā TRENDsetter is Driving Indiaās Energy Transition
The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, proudly highlights three pioneering TRENDsetter Award recipients advancing sustainable energy solutions through bold, high-impact research in collaboration with industry partners.
Ā Prof. Guhan Jayaraman (Biotechnology) is engineering microorganisms to convert renewable biomass into high-value chemicals, advancing a circular bioeconomy.
Ā Prof. Sagar Sourav (Chemical Engineering) is developing novel catalysts for COā methanation, turning emissions into renewable methane and bridging lab research with industrial application.
Prof. Richa Karmakar (Biotechnology) is designing engineered microbial systems that capture COā and utilize industrial metals to produce sustainable biofuels, supporting a carbon-neutral future.
Together, these researchers exemplify The Energy Consortiumās commitment to translational research and industry collaboration. The TRENDsetter Program nurtures early-career faculty with high-risk, high-reward ideas, accelerating the development of scalable, real-world solutions for Indiaās clean energy and sustainability transition.
Learn more about their TRENDsetter journeys:
EDUCATION/ WORKSHOP & SYMPOSIA
ESG Masterclass Empowers Industry Professionals to Lead with Purpose
The School of Sustainability, IIT Madras, in collaboration with The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras successfully hosted the 3rd Cohort of the Masterclass on ESG: From Compliance to Opportunity. The executive education program equipped industry professionals with practical insights on embedding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into core business strategy, moving beyond regulatory compliance to drive sustainable growth and long-term value.
Participants engaged in interactive sessions and real-world case studies, learning to align business decisions with environmental and social priorities, enhance transparency through robust ESG reporting, and apply global ESG trends effectively in the Indian context.
Facilitated by experts including Anuradda Ganesh (Fellow, INAE), Rahul Muralidharan, Nikhil Tambe, Ajay Patil, and teams from The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras and CODE IIT Madras, the program provided participants with actionable ESG strategies to manage risks, strengthen reputation, and uncover new opportunities for sustainable business impact.
Topical Workshop Explores Prospects and Challenges of Compressed Biogas
A one-day workshop on Compressed Biogas (CBG): Prospects & Challenges was held on 16 December 2025 at IIT Madras. The program was organised by Srinivas Waste Management Services Private Limited (SWMS) in collaboration with IIT Madras, the School of Sustainability, IIT Madras and The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, bringing together stakeholders to discuss the future of CBG in Indiaās clean energy landscape.
The workshop featured expert-led sessions on CBG technologies, along with discussions on key industry challenges and emerging opportunities across the value chain. Participants engaged in in-depth conversations on policy frameworks, technology readiness, and scalability of CBG solutions.
A highlight of the program was a site visit to the SWMS CBG Plant in Chetpet, Chennai, which provided participants with practical insights into operational aspects of biogas production and utilisation. The workshop reinforced the importance of industryāacademia collaboration in advancing sustainable bioenergy solutions for India.
ESG: Driving Strategic Sustainability for Indian MSMEs
ESG has evolved from compliance to a strategic priority for businesses, with SEBI aligning the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) framework to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this context, The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, in collaboration with the School of Sustainability, IIT Madras and under SEBIās guidance, has released a comprehensive Compendium on ESG: How Should MSMEs Be Prepared.
Developed over 18 months, the compendium addresses key challenges faced by MSMEs, including the need for standardised reporting frameworks, effective data collection, benchmarking, and increased awareness of ESG processes. It also provides practical guidelines for indigenized and accessible sustainability technologies, helping smaller enterprises integrate ESG into business strategy effectively.
The initiative was guided by Ms. Yogita Jadhav, CGM at NISM, with the compendium inaugurated by Shyam Sunder P, Director at the Bureau of Energy Efficiency, during the Accelerating Net Zero workshop on AI, energy efficiency, and industrial carbon reduction. Access the full compendium here: https://lnkd.in/dd9bEi7v
WORKSHOP
From Vision to Action: India Accelerates Green Hydrogen R&D
The 1st Annual Green Hydrogen R&D Conference was held on 11ā12 September 2025 in New Delhi, inaugurated by Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Shri Pralhad Joshi. The event marked a major milestone in Indiaās National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) with the launch of a ā¹100 crore Call for Proposals to support hydrogen start-ups, offering up to ā¹5 crore per project in hydrogen production, storage, transport, and utilisation.
The Energy Consortium was an invited participant and Nikhil Tambe participated in the roundtable discussion on ‘Testing Infrastructure to Support Green Hydrogen R&D in Indiaā and presented our viewpoint that the infrastructure has to allow anyone to come in and do a plug-and-play operation. Otherwise, every new technology requires a fresh setup, which isnāt really conducive and is also not the best use of public or private money because we end up duplicating efforts. We have focused on TRL 5 to 7, using industry funding, and are more and more interested in doing duty cycle testing. Also, because of that, we can instrument, use physics-based models and now do a digital approach where we can build digital twins within the university and also open it up to whoever wants to use this.
At The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, we are excited to see how this R&D push will catalyse collaboration between academia, industry, and start-ups ā driving the next wave of clean energy innovation.
CLIMAFIX 2025: Indiaās Largest Climate Startup Summit
The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, in partnership with Energy Alternatives India (EAI) and TiE Chennai, successfully hosted CLIMAFIX 2025 on 11ā12 September at the IIT Madras Research Park, Chennai. The summit brought together over 400 climate startups, 150 investors, and 250 senior corporate professionals, providing a vibrant platform for collaboration and innovation in Indiaās climate ecosystem.
Over two days, participants explored key themes including bio-solutions, energy efficiency and AI, deep tech, and translational research. The program featured founder stories, expert insights, industry and investor perspectives, and curated startup pitches, highlighting real-world climate innovations. Special sessions introduced climate experts and showcased additional startups, ensuring broad visibility and networking opportunities.
CLIMAFIX 2025 reinforced its role as a catalyst for climate innovation, connecting startups, investors, and industry leaders to accelerate Indiaās sustainable transition.
Accelerating Green Hydrogen: The Energy Consortium-IIT Madras Hosts Key Workshop with Xynteo and Technip Energies
On June 25, Xynteoās Energy Leap and The Energy Consortium ā IIT Madras co-hosted a pivotal workshop, “Accelerating Green Hydrogen: Unlocking Indiaās Technological Prowess,” at IIT Madras. Exclusively sponsored by Technip Energies and Rely, this event united leaders from industry, government, academia, and startups to forge a clear path for Indiaās green hydrogen ecosystem.
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The keynote by Dr. Sujit Pillai (MNRE) underscored the urgent need to indigenise electrolyser manufacturing and strengthen domestic supply chains. Subsequent roundtables, featuring experts like Atul Verma, Bhaskar Bose, Anuradda Ganesh, and Santosh K Gurunath from industry, alongside startup founders Alok Kumar, Supriya Patwardhan, and Ajeet Babu Parasumanna, delved into critical challenges spanning scaling, commercialization, policy, funding gaps, and market access. The workshop concluded with a collaborative session, defining actionable steps to accelerate green hydrogen adoption.
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This successful initiative marks a significant evolution of our existing engagements with Xynteo and Technip Energies, establishing a unified platform for sustained collaboration and driving India’s green hydrogen journey forward.
Stakeholder roundtable on Green Ports: Pathways to Sustainable Maritime Infrastructure
Traditional port operations are often resource-intensive, contributing to emissions, inefficiencies, and ecological impact. In response, the concept of Green Ports has emergedāports designed to minimize environmental impact while enabling sustainable economic development.
The Energy Consortium, as outlined in its 2024 annual report, has made a conscious decision towards sustainable infrastructure development and essentially is looking at a broader set of sustainable development goals (SDGs) beyond just Clean and Affordable Energy (SDG7). A stakeholder dialogue on pathways to sustainable maritime infrastructure was organized on the sidelines of the industry day 2025 with the aim of fostering a shared understanding of current initiatives, to uncover key opportunities and challenges, and to catalyze cross-sectoral partnerships to accelerate Indiaās green port transition.
The roundtable jointly conducted with the Office of Alumni & Corporate Relations was presided over by Shri. T.K. Ramachandran, IAS, the Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Government of India, Shri Sunil Paliwal, IAS, Chairperson, Chennai Port Authority, Eske Bo Rosenberg, Consul General Denmark in India (Bangalore) and Head ā Trade and Innovation, and Prof Ashwin Mahalingam, Dean ā ACR, IIT Madras, highlighting its strategic relevance.
Expected outcomes
- Mapping of key challenges and enabling factors for green port development
- Identification of short- and medium-term opportunities for collaboration across stakeholders
- Launch of a dialogue series or working group hosted by IIT Madras on green maritime infrastructure
- A brief outcome document capturing key insights and proposed action points, shared with relevant ministries and port trusts
SPECIAL MENTION
The Energy Consortium-IIT Madras Faculty Drives Green Hydrogen Innovation in Key Indo-Danish Project
We’re pleased to announce a major achievement for The Energy Consortium- IIT Madras and our affiliated faculty! Prof. Shanti Swarup has been selected for a pivotal Green Hydrogen Research Project under the 2024 Indo-Danish bilateral research call. This initiative, part of the strategic Green Strategic Partnership between India and Denmark, aims to accelerate the deployment of cutting-edge hydrogen technologies.
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Out of 15 joint proposals, Prof. Swarup, in collaboration with Prof. Kaushik Das of DTU – Technical University of Denmark, will be a core part of the “Strategic Green Hydrogen Integration Towards Energy Transition and Localisation Demand to Deployment (SHIELD)” project. This significant effort is focused on converting renewable electricity into green fuels for clean transport and a decarbonized industry.
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This selection highlights our commitment to leading advanced energy research and our crucial role in fostering international collaboration for a sustainable future.
Wind Energy Research Gets a Boost: New Centre Focuses on Wind Power Innovation
The Energy Consortium – IIT Madras fosters collaboration across all energy-related disciplines. Our expertise spans carbon capture, renewable energy integration, green hydrogen production, next-generation energy storage, distributed energy management for microgrids etc.
The Jaisri and Venkat Rangan Wind Energy CoRE, led by Prof. Chandramouli Padmanabhan is poised to revolutionize wind energy. This new centre tackles the full spectrum of wind power, from rooftop turbines bringing clean energy to remote locations to large-scale offshore wind farms. The CoRE’s focus includes both onshore and offshore wind energy, to develop cutting-edge technologies that maximize energy generation and minimize environmental impact.
Wind energy is a critical sector in the global pursuit of net zero emissions. The Jaisri and Venkat Rangan Wind Energy CoRE is committed to developing innovative solutions that propel us towards a sustainable future.
As per the charter of the consortium, a fair portion of the industry membership funding is intended for exploratory and collaborative research that enables the Energy Consortium to become one of the key technology hubs. TheĀ TechnologyĀ ResearchĀ ENgineering andĀ Development setter (TRENDSetter)Ā program was established to identify areas aligned with the long-range research initiatives of the industry and to build capability within the consortium. In its 3rd year of grant awards the TRENDSetter continues to have the Track 2 that recognizes promising high potential novel ideas from early career research faculty, but we intend to fine tune the Track 1 grant so that our objective 1) will be to fund proposals that are directly related to the core activities of the energy consortium and 2) those involving development of larger-scale pilots, containerized or modularized for demonstration of scale-up technology. For 2025, a newer area in Alternate Fuels that can, similar to the Carbon Capture Container, attract follow-on funding from government agencies and industry partners is been considered.
Ā We are pleased to announce the following awardees for 2025
Track 1 ā Pilot Demonstrators:
Prof. Varunkumar S, Mechanical Engineering
Track 2 ā Early Career Faculty:
Prof. T. Palaniselvam, Chemistry
Prof. Sagar Sourav, Chemical Engineering
Prof. Richa Karmakar, Biotechnology
NEWS
National CCUS R&D Roadmap Launched to Advance Indiaās Net Zero Goals
Indiaās first National R&D Roadmap for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) has been launched by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), marking a significant milestone toward Net Zero 2070. Prof. Rajnish Kumar, Energy Consortium, IIT Madras-affiliated faculty and Head of the CCUS Centre of Excellence at IIT Madras, played a pivotal role as a member of the national task force that guided the roadmapās development.
The roadmap outlines a national strategy to scale CCUS across hard-to-abate sectors such as power, steel, and cement, with emphasis on technology pathways, translational research, infrastructure, and industrial deployment. It defines R&D priorities across capture, utilisation, conversion, and storage, while highlighting catalysis, materials science, and mission-driven research clusters.
Through faculty leadership and national Centres of Excellence, The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, continues to shape Indiaās CCUS ecosystem, supporting the development of scalable solutions for a competitive, climate-resilient green economy aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047.
Advancing the Green Transition Through Indo-Danish Collaboration
With support from the Danish Energy Agency, The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras is leading the DanishāIndian Green Energy Academy, in collaboration with Energy Cluster Denmark, Aprendio, and the Energy and Climate Academy, under Denmarkās Energy Export Initiatives programme. The initiative strengthens publicāprivate collaboration to accelerate clean energy adoption and market readiness in India.
The Green Energy Academy is designed to bridge critical gaps in innovation, capacity building, and deployment, making renewable energy solutions more accessible, scalable, and impactful. By connecting research, industry expertise, and skills development, the project aims to support Indiaās green transition while enabling knowledge exchange between Danish and Indian energy ecosystems.
The initiative directly contributes to SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 13 (Climate Action), while reinforcing SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) through international collaboration. It also highlights the growing strategic partnership between Denmark and India in accelerating renewable energy deployment, decarbonisation, and long-term sustainable development.
EC Researchers Chart a Roadmap for Scaling Green Hydrogen in India
Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, in collaboration with the Centre for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP), have published a comprehensive study in the peer-reviewed journal Energy & Fuels (American Chemical Society), offering critical insights into scaling green hydrogen production in India.
Led by Prof. Satyanarayanan Seshadri, Head, The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, the study evaluates the environmental and material impacts of Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolysers, highlighting lifecycle trade-offs, technology selection considerations, and a proposed tiered green hydrogen classification framework (PlatinumāBronze).
As India targets 5 million tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2030, the research offers evidence-based guidance for policymakers, industry, and investors shaping a resilient and scalable hydrogen ecosystem.
Ā Press release:Ā https://lnkd.in/gPs4x2-5Ā
Published in Energy & Fuels (ACS): https://lnkd.in/g52b2jvk
Celebrating Faculty Leadership and Research Excellence
The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, congratulates two of its affiliated faculty members on their appointment as Early Career Endowed Chairs, recognising their exceptional contributions to research, teaching, and innovation.
Ā Prof. Kothandaraman Ramanujam, Professor in the Department of Chemistry, has been appointed the Annamalai & Santhi Rajendran Early Career Endowed Chair, while Prof. Himanshu Goyal, Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering, has been appointed the Radha & P. K. Narayanan Early Career Endowed Chair.
These prestigious appointments reflect the strong commitment of IIT Madras to academic excellence and high-impact research addressing national and global challenges. The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, congratulates both faculty members and looks forward to their continued leadership in advancing science, engineering, and sustainable innovation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
bp & Caterpillar join The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras as core members
The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras is pleased to welcome bp as a core industry member for a three-year engagement, working closely with IIT Madras faculty and consortium partners to guide research, technology development, and innovation in support of the energy transition. The collaboration was formalised during a brief ceremony at the IIT Madras campus, where senior leaders from bp exchanged agreements with Institute representatives, marking the start of deeper engagement across fuels, low-carbon technologies, and shared research priorities.
Caterpillar Inc. has also joined The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras as a core industry member for a three-year term, partnering with faculty and industry members to accelerate research and innovation toward net-zero and sustainable energy systems. The collaboration was formalised at IIT Madras through an agreement exchange with senior Caterpillar leadership and Consortium representatives, laying the foundation for joint work across electrification, energy systems, and industrial decarbonisation technologies.
Together, these partnerships strengthen The Energy Consortiumās role as a platform for sustained industryāacademia collaboration, accelerating the development and deployment of scalable technologies for a low-carbon and resilient energy future.
Energy Consortium and Eni Establish Multi-Year Research Collaboration
The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, has entered into a multi-year master framework agreement with Eni, marking a significant step in strengthening industryāacademia collaboration to support the energy transition. The partnership will shepherd multiple research and technology engagements in coordination with IIT Madras faculty, focused on advancing solutions for a sustainable, low-carbon future.
Under the agreement, Eni and IIT Madras will undertake joint research activities with a strong emphasis on Technology Readiness Level (TRL) advancement. Key focus areas include water and wastewater treatment, biofuels processing and testing, and AI and digital technologies, alongside broader themes of energy, decarbonisation, environment, and sustainability. The national labs and state-of-the-art research infrastructure atĀ IIT Madras will play a critical role in enabling these efforts.
Eni, a leading Italian multinational integrated energy technology company, is transitioning toward carbon neutrality by 2050 by decarbonising its products and processes and investing in renewables, biorefining, circular economy solutions, and advanced technologies such as fusion. This collaboration reflects The Energy Consortiumās mission to catalyse impactful partnerships that accelerate innovation across the energy value chain.
Continuing Founding Members Shell and Baker Hughes appoint respective nominees, Dr. Vikrant Urade and Rahul Wagh to The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras Advisory Board
Continuing their long-standing engagement as founding members of The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras, Shell and Baker Hughes have appointed Dr. Vikrant Urade and Rahul Wagh, respectively, to The Energy Consortiumās Industry Advisory Boardāfurther strengthening industry leadership in shaping the Consortiumās research and innovation agenda.
Dr. Vikrant Urade, Principal Researcher ā Energy Systems and Pathfinding at Shell, brings deep expertise in energy systems modelling, technology pathfinding, and decarbonisation strategies. His work at Shell focuses on enabling the global energy transition through integrated system design, clean technology pathways, and strategic foresight, supporting the Consortiumās mission to bridge academia and industry for real-world energy transformation.
Rahul Wagh, Senior Engineering Manager ā Innovation, Research & Technology at Baker Hughes, contributes over two decades of experience across engineering, R&D, and techno-commercial leadership. His expertise spans energy transition technologies, gas turbine systems, digital transformation, advanced manufacturing, and Lean Six Sigma, reinforcing the Consortiumās focus on innovation-driven, scalable energy solutions.
Together, these appointments reflect the continued commitment of Shell and Baker Hughes to collaborative leadership and the advancement of impactful, industry-aligned research at The Energy Consortium ā IIT
Core Members Caterpillar and bp appoint respective nominees, Prashanth Ravi & Dr. Kartick Mondal to The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras Advisory Board
The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras is pleased to welcome Dr. Kartick Mondal (bp) and Prashanth Ravi (Caterpillar Inc.) to its Industry Advisory Board, reflecting the deepening engagement of core members in shaping collaborative research and innovation for the energy transition.
Dr. Kartick Mondal, Eastern Hemisphere Strategic University Relationship Manager at bp, brings over two decades of R&D experience across catalyst innovation, process optimisation, and sustainable energy solutions spanning Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, and Advanced Materials. An accomplished researcher, he has authored 30+ high-impact publications, holds multiple patents, and has led large-scale projects advancing catalyst engineering, polymer circularity, methane mitigation, and AI-driven process optimisation.
Prashanth Ravi, , Senior Engineering Manager ā Electrification at Caterpillar Inc., contributes more than 20 years of expertise in engine development, emissions, regulations, electrification technologies, batteries, hybrid systems, and power generation. His work in energy storage, control systems, optimisation, and simulation-based design supports the development of next-generation, low-carbon power solutions.
Together, their leadership strengthens The Energy Consortiumās mission to bridge academia and industry, accelerate translational research, and drive impactful, scalable solutions for a resilient and sustainable energy future.
Strengthening Industry Collaboration: Shell and Baker Hughes Extend Strategic Partnership with The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras
The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras is delighted to announce that Shell India will continue as a founding member for the next three years. Vikrant Urade, Principal Researcher at Shell Technology Center Bangalore, will serve on the Industry Advisory Board, working closely with Faculty Head Satyanarayanan Seshadri and CEO Nikhil Tambe. As the Consortiumās first founding member, Shell has been pivotal in driving cutting-edge research and technology development through the Shell IIT Madras Center for Energy Research (SICER). We extend our thanks to Ajay Mehta and Amit Walia for their ongoing support.
The Energy Consortium ā IIT Madras had the pleasure of hosting Ian Derbyshire, Director of Research & Technology, Ashok Rodagi, Head ā Energy Tech Centre India, and Rahul Wagh, Sr. Engineering & Technology Manager, Innovation and Research from Baker Hughes. The discussions highlighted The Energy Consortium, IIT Madrasā progress, and explored multiple areas of ongoing joint interest. As a founding member, Baker Hughes has been instrumental in advancing research and technology development in the energy transition space. We are delighted to announce the continuation of Baker Hughes as a founding member for the next three years, with Rahul Wagh joining the Industry Advisory Board to work closely with Faculty Head Satyanarayanan Seshadri and CEO Nikhil Tambe.
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