Topic: - Expert Talk on “Trends and advancements in global energy and sustainability”
Resource person: - Dr. Vinod Kumar
Date: 13th December 2023
Time: - 10.00 am to 11.00 am
Target Participants: - Students of Mechanical engineering (B Tech Sem VI and B Tech INTG Sem XII)
Summary:-
Dr. Vinod Kumar (FHEA Senior Lecturer in Microbial Technology and Biorefining at the Centre for Renewable and Low Carbon Energy, Cranfield University) visited MPSTME, Mumbai on 13th December 2023 to give expert talk on Trends and advancements in global energy and sustainability. He highlighted Cranfield University's expertise in energy and sustainability during the talk.
Here are some key points from the talk:-
- Diverse Energy Solutions: Cranfield University's expertise covers a broad spectrum of potential energy solutions. This includes an ongoing relationship with traditional sources like oil and gas, as well as a growing reliance on renewable energy from the natural environment.
- Changing Energy Landscape: The speaker emphasized that the evolving energy landscape presents exciting opportunities. There is potential for the UK to take a leading role in new technologies and services related to low-carbon energy and power generation.
- Contributions to Industry and Government: Cranfield University plays a crucial role in informing both the energy and sustainability industry and the government. The institution's world-renowned expertise in both engineering and management of energy solutions positions it as a valuable resource for shaping policies and practices.
- Research Impact: The University’s research is actively making a difference in the sector. Examples include advancements in the efficiency of oil platforms and being at the forefront of cutting-edge renewable energy technologies. This highlights Cranfield's commitment to practical, impactful research.
He also highlighted the Cranfield’s Postgraduate Courses in Energy & Sustainability, namely:
- MSc Advanced Digital Energy Systems
- MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering
- MSc Renewable Energy
- MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering
