SPM76 | Kotak School of Sustainability: Exploring Research, Ideas, and Opportunities in India
Kotak School of Sustainability: Exploring Research, Ideas, and Opportunities in India
Convener: Sachchida Tripathi | Co-convener: Sarosh Ghausi
Tue, 29 Apr, 08:30–10:15 (CEST)
 
Room 2.43
Tue, 08:30
This session will delve into the vision, mission, and opportunities presented by the Kotak School of Sustainability, India’s first fully integrated school of sustainability at IIT Kanpur. The school aims to foster innovative research, multidisciplinary education, and industry-academia collaboration to address pressing global sustainability challenges. The discussion will highlight the school’s approach to integrating environmental science, clean technology, climate finance, and policy studies to create impactful solutions for climate resilience. Attendees will explore how this initiative supports India’s sustainability goals, including its net-zero target by 2070, and offers opportunities for academic leadership, research, and collaboration. Join us to discover how you can contribute to shaping the future of sustainability education and research in India.