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Vision & Mission
A home for interdisciplinary scholarship that translates scientific discovery into practice, partnerships, and policy for a thriving planet.
The school's vision is to be the go-to place for policymakers and researchers for an understanding of sustainability related technologies and policy implications. The school aims to be recognized as a leader for sustainability teaching and research in the global south.
Foster interactive and innovative teaching approaches for students and professionals to deepen our understanding of sustainability.
Drive integrated, interdisciplinary research on sustainability in areas such as climate change, decarbonization, sustainable settlements, and behavioral change.
Create impactful change by collaborating with industry, engaging in policy dialogues, and helping implement solutions on the ground.
Research Pillars
Four interconnected themes that keep our research grounded in science, responsive to people, and ready for deployment.
Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation: Scenario Modeling
Explore climate change impacts and adaptation strategies from an engineering perspective, utilizing advanced modeling techniques to assess long-term consequences and inform sustainable decision-making.
Ubiquitous Decarbonization (Materials and Energy)
Comprehensive decarbonization efforts spanning renewable energy, sustainable materials, and industrial processes, drawing from collaborative research across various departments, to mitigate carbon emissions and promote sustainable industry practices.
Sustainable Human Settlements and the F-E-W Nexus
Develop sustainable models for human settlements that address the intricate interplay of Food, Energy, and Water (F-E-W) resources, fostering a holistic and sustainable way of living.
Behavioural Change for Sustainability
Explore the spectrum of human behavior across various facets of life, drive sustainable transformation through policy dialogues, interdisciplinary studies, and vibrant outreach, envisioning a world where sustainable living seamlessly integrates into our daily existence.
Articles & Impact
Stories that bring research, field work, and policy insights from the School of Sustainability to wider audiences.
A Cost Effective Method to Treat Pollutants
Treatment of dye effluents and tannery effluents using advanced processes requires considerable skilled labour and money. These treatment methods are not economically viable in the many dyeing and tanning units that are located in rural India.
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The Right Price
With global climate change, does a firm look towards reducing carbon emissions and pollution at the cost of lower productivity? Is it right to levy more taxes on firms to reduce greenhouse emissions? Does one target economic development or become more eco-friendly?
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Pollution Starts at Home
Did you know that the root cause of plastic pollution comes not from industries, not from businesses, but from our very own homes? How can this be, you may ask. Well, it turns out that our day to day activities such as washing and cleaning, use of personal care products (PCPs), face masks, and other sources are a major cause of plastic pollution.
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Built with IIT Madras faculty, teaching and research fellows, and practitioners.
Sustainability courses offered by IITM
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. Har...
People of the School of Sustainability
Faculty, fellows, scholars, and partners collaborate to translate research into on-ground solutions and policy. Explore the people driving sustainability at IIT Madras.
Associate Faculty
IITM faculty who anchor teaching and collaborative research.
Affiliate Fellows
Experts from allied disciplines advancing sustainability practice.
Advisors
Guidance from leaders shaping direction and partnerships.
Team
Core staff connecting programs, partners, and learners.
Collaborators
Organizations and individuals co-creating impact on the ground.
PhD Scholars
Researchers expanding the frontier of sustainability science.
Researchers
Postdoctoral and project researchers delivering applied insights.
Message from Leadership
Guidance from the institute leadership on why sustainability education and research sit at the heart of IITM’s mission.
Prof. V. Kamakoti
