Coal India, IIT Madras Partner on Sustainable Energy Center

Coal India Limited (CIL) will collaborate with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras to launch a sustainable energy research center. Announced October 22, 2025, the partnership aims to advance India's net-zero emissions target by 2070 through environmentally sound energy solutions. The center will concentrate on four key research areas, including sustainable materials, mine repurposing, environmental remediation, and energy storage materials derived from coal. Specific projects will focus on developing sustainable polymer composites using coal byproducts. Researchers will also explore recycling methods for solar panels and batteries. The collaboration includes electrifying mining equipment and assessing the potential of former mining sites for energy storage applications. CIL intends to support the development of sustainable energy technologies through this partnership with IIT Madras. The company aims to contribute to India's carbon emissions reduction goals and transition toward cleaner energy sources by investing in research and development. The center's work will focus on practical applications and scalable solutions for the energy sector.