School of Sustainability
IIT Madras
Join us in building sustainable solutions for our planet's future
Themes
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!
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.
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.
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.
Prof. V. Kamakoti
Director, IIT Madras
From The Director
"Sustainability plays a pivotal role in our National Education Policy. Every domain of engineering and technology is increasingly aligning with one or more of the United Nations' seventeen Sustainable Development Goals. This convergence is accelerating, as seen in the numerous G20 events held in India in 2023. In this light, the School of Sustainability reflects IIT Madras' strong commitment to capacity building and impactful action in this vital area."
From The Head of the School
"The School of Sustainability at IIT Madras will concentrate on three key areas: (I) transforming IIT Madras into a NetZero, sustainable campus; (II) embedding sustainability into the academic curriculum; and (III) unifying government and industry-funded research aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Through science, practical implementation, and policy interventions, the School aims to create a comprehensive impact towards achieving a NetZero India."
Prof. Rajnish Kumar
Head, School of Sustainability