Background

The global energy concerns of depleting fossil fuels and climate change puts forward great challenges for the researchers in diverse fields of not only engineering sciences but also economics and social sciences. There is an urgent need to pause and take stock of current situation, in research and development in energy and have brainstorming sessions to set guidelines for the future road map. In this direction, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur announces the Golden Jubilee  “Energy Conclave 2010” to provide an excellent platform to know, interact, exchange new ideas, discuss new developments and finally look at the challenges ahead for a sustainable future. The venue will be the institute campus.

IIT Kanpur is one of the premier institutions established by the Government of India. The aim of the Institute is to provide meaningful education, to conduct original research of the highest standard and to provide leadership in technological innovation for the industrial growth of the country. With the path-breaking innovations in both its curriculum and research, the Institute is rapidly gaining a legendary reputation. Detailed information about IIT Kanpur can be obtained from the website http://www.iitk.ac.in.

The conclave is planned for eight days, starting 8th January, 2010. Each day there will be a focus area on a specific energy option.

The details of the events are listed in the menu alongside.