About the Centre
The future of energy is changing, and this is where you get to be part of that change.
At the Centre of Excellence for Energy & Sustainability, you don’t just study sustainability as a concept. You work on it, test it, and apply it to real-world challenges. From renewable energy systems to climate-conscious design and resource efficiency, the centre gives you a space to explore how technology and innovation can create a more sustainable world.
Here, you’ll engage with ideas that go beyond the classroom: whether it’s understanding how solar systems work, analysing energy consumption, or developing solutions that reduce environmental impact. The focus is on helping you think critically about energy use and empowering you to contribute to solutions that matter.
To develop VU as a “global sustainability thought leader committed to improving the society by providing an empowering partnership for the development of technology and educating the future generation”
Collaborations
Objectives
To make the Vishwakarma University campus a “Living Laboratory” or “Testbed” for research and development of new technologies.- To focus on the demonstration of projects which showcase state-of-the-art technologies and solutions addressing real-life problems.
- To assess the performance of various types of buildings by doing energy modeling and suggesting energy conservation measures.
Why This Centre Matters
Sustainability is one of the most urgent global priorities
Energy systems, climate change, and environmental impact are shaping industries, policies, and careers across the world. This centre connects your learning directly to these global challenges, helping you understand:
- How energy systems impact everyday life
- Why sustainable practices are essential across industries
- How innovation can reduce environmental impact
Whether you see yourself in engineering, design, policy, or business, sustainability will be part of your future. This centre prepares you for that reality.
What You Will Work On
You will have the opportunity to work on real, applied problems.
Renewable energy systems (solar, wind, hybrid solutions)
Energy efficiency and conservation projects
Sustainable infrastructure and resource management
Environmental impact analysis and optimisation
Green technologies and innovative energy solutions
These are approached through projects, experiments, and collaborative work that make your learning tangible.
How will you learn
Learning here is hands-on, interdisciplinary, and problem-driven
- Project-based learning focused on real-world challenges
- Lab-based experimentation and testing
- Exposure to cross-disciplinary applications (engineering, environment, policy)
- EMentorship from faculty and domain experts
- Workshops and guided exploration sessions
Industry & Real-World Exposure
Sustainability sits at the intersection of industry, policy, and innovation. At the centre, you get opportunities to:
- Engage with real-world sustainability challenges
- Work on industry-relevant projects
- Learn from experts in energy and environmental sectors
- Understand how sustainability is implemented across industries
Spaces & Facilities
The centre provides access to spaces designed for experimentation and applied learning, including:
These spaces are built to support exploration, testing, and innovation.
What You You Gain
By working with the centre, you develop skills that go beyond academics. These are critical skills for careers in a sustainability-driven world.
- Systems thinking and problem-solving
- Understanding of sustainable technologies
- Ability to analyse and optimise energy use
- Innovation mindset focused on real-world impact
- Interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Projects & Initiatives
The centre actively encourages student-led and faculty-guided initiatives such as:
- Renewable energy implementation projects
- Campus sustainability initiatives
- Energy audits and optimisation studies
- Research-driven sustainability solutions
Who is it for
Students interested in sustainability, energy, & environment
Engineering, science, and design students
Learners curious about climate & real-world problem-solving
Anyone who wants to work on impactful, future-focused challenges
Internships Offered & Completed
Key Highlights
- Focus on renewable energy and sustainability
- Hands-on, project-based learning environment
- Interdisciplinary exposure
- Real-world relevance across industries
- Opportunities for research and innovation
Sustainability in Action
What makes this centre unique is its focus on applying sustainability, not just studying it. You are encouraged to think beyond theory:
- How can energy be used more efficiently?
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- How can systems be redesigned to reduce waste?
- How can innovation create long-term environmental impact?
This mindset prepares you not just for a career, but for contributing meaningfully to global challenges.
People Behind the Centre
The centre is supported by faculty and experts who guide research, collaboration, and learning within the domain of the built environment.
Mr. Deepak Pawar
Dean
Mr. Deepak Pawar
Dean
Mr. Deepak Pawar
Dean
Mr. Deepak Pawar
Dean