School of Sustainability

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School of Sustainability
IIT Madras

Join us in building sustainable solutions for our planet's future

What's New

Themes

Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation: Scenario Modeling

Explore climate change impacts and adaptation strategies from an engineering perspective, utilizing advanced modeling techniques to assess long-term consequences and inform sustainable decision-making.

Ubiquitous Decarbonization (Materials and Energy)

Comprehensive decarbonization efforts spanning renewable energy, sustainable materials, and industrial processes, drawing from collaborative research across various departments, to mitigate carbon emissions and promote sustainable industry practices.

Sustainable Human Settlements and the F-E-W Nexus

Develop sustainable models for human settlements that address the intricate interplay of Food, Energy, and Water (F-E-W) resources, fostering a holistic and sustainable way of living.

Behavioural Change for Sustainability

Explore the spectrum of human behavior across various facets of life, drive sustainable transformation through policy dialogues, interdisciplinary studies, and vibrant outreach, envisioning a world where sustainable living seamlessly integrates into our daily existence.

Events

Join us for insightful events that drive meaningful conversations on sustainability. From expert-led seminars to hands-on workshops, our events foster innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact. Stay updated and be part of the change!

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Explore Sustainability Programs

As a new interdisciplinary entity in one of India's oldest technological institutions, the School of Sustainability opens doors to the field of Sustainability to a wide array of populations including students, industries, policymakers, and public in India. Harnessing the best pedagogical practices implemented in interdisciplinary curricula worldwide, School of Sustainability is creating new modes of knowledge transfer in Sustainability Science and Technology.

Certificate courses Degree programs

Research

At the School of Sustainability, research is at the heart of every initiative. Our projects address pressing global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. We work closely with affiliated research centers to expand our reach and impact. These centers bring together faculty, students, and partners from across domains. From sustainable materials to climate action, innovation drives our efforts.

Projects Affiliated Centers

People

Meet the minds driving sustainability forward.

Our team of experts, researchers, and changemakers are dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a more sustainable future. Together, we inspire action and lead the way toward environmental and social impact.

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Prof. V. Kamakoti

Director, IIT Madras

From The Director

“Sustainability is a critical component of our National Education Policy. Every field of engineering and technology will eventually converge to meet one or many of the seventeen Sustainable development goals as listed by the United Nations. This convergence has started happening at a rapid pace as inferred from the multiple G20 related events conducted in India in 2023. In this context, the school of sustainability shows IIT-Madras’ unwavering commitment to capacity building and action in this field.”

From The Head of the School

“The School of Sustainability will focus on three major areas, I. making IIT Madras a sustainable institution which is committed to becoming NetZero, II. providing sustainable education and helping embed sustainability within the IITM curriculum, and III. integrating government funded and industry funded research activities related to sustainability and United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Through science, practice and policy intervention, School of Sustainability at IITM will deliver a more holistic impact for NetZero India. ”

Prof. Rajnish Kumar

Head, School of Sustainability