IIT Bombay Partners with Waaree Energies to Pioneer Sustainable Solar Technologies
Waaree Energies and IIT Bombay will jointly develop an advanced setup for fabricating and characterizing high-efficiency perovskite solar cells.
IIT Bombay Partners with Waaree Energies
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has partnered with Waaree Energies Limited, India’s largest manufacturer of solar PV modules, on a strategic CSR initiative focused on advanced research and development in solar perovskite cells. The collaboration will see both organizations jointly create an advanced Fabrication and Characterisation setup for high-efficiency perovskite solar cells. Through this initiative, Waaree Energies aims to inspire young engineers and scientists with a passion for clean energy, particularly solar power.
The initiative is designed to serve as a model for innovation and sustainability, inspiring India’s next generation. Perovskite solar cells, known for their exceptional light absorption and efficiency potential, represent a significant breakthrough in solar technology. The setup at IIT Bombay aims to redefine the future of solar power, providing a cutting-edge platform for students and researchers to develop clean energy solutions, and positioning India as a global leader in renewable technology.
“This partnership with IIT Bombay represents our enduring commitment to innovation and empowering the youth with world-class research facilities. By supporting R&D in high-efficiency perovskite solar cells, we’re enabling students to explore the forefront of solar technology—a field poised to become one of the largest employment generators in the coming years.” said Dr. Amit Paithankar, CEO of Waaree Energies Ltd.
Prof. Ravindra Gudi, Dean Alumni & Corporate Relations, IIT Bombay said: “This strategic CSR partnership with Waaree Energies is a testament to our shared vision of a sustainable and energy-secure future for India. At IIT Bombay, we are committed to advancing solar power R&D by fostering innovation and creating opportunities for the next generation of researchers and engineers. Waaree's generous investment will empower our students and faculty to push the boundaries of high-efficiency solar technologies, including pioneering work in perovskite solar cells.”
By equipping IIT Bombay with this advanced setup, Waaree aims to bridge the academic-industry gap, cultivating a talent pool ready to drive India’s renewable energy ambitions forward. This CSR initiative goes beyond funding- it reflects Waaree’s core values of education, innovation, and sustainability, which are deeply embedded in the company’s DNA.
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