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Accelerating India’s Transition to Sustainable Energy and Circularity
The Experiential Learning Centre for Sustainable Energy and Circularity (CSEC) is a joint initiative of NTPC, IIT Roorkee, and NAMTECH established to advance sustainable manufacturing, energy transition, circularity and workforce transformation.
By combining IIT Roorkee’s research excellence with NAMTECH’s industry-integrated learning ecosystem, and NTPC’s commitment to advance sustainable energy solutions the Centre aims to create a national model that connects translational research, talent development and technology deployment.
Focus Areas of the Centre
- Sustainable Energy
- Water and Circularity
- Resource Recovery
- Smart Manufacturing
- ESG and Sustainability Reporting
- Industrial Decarbonisation
- Workforce Transformation
Vision
Building India's Future Workforce for Sustainable IndustryTo become India's leading centre for sustainable energy, circularity and workforce transformation by integrating research, industry and education.
The Centre seeks to accelerate sustainable technology adoption, strengthen industrial competitiveness, develop future-ready talent and contribute to India's transition towards a low-carbon, resource-efficient economy.
Launch of the Centre
The Experiential Learning Centre for Sustainable Energy and Circularity was inaugurated on 8 June 2026, at NAMTECH’s current campus in Gandhinagar by Dr. Ibrahim Hafeezur Rehman, Director General & CEO, NAMTECH, and Dr. K.K. Pant, Director, IIT Roorkee, in the presence of Mr. Sanjay Sharma, Vice President – Business Development, ArcelorMittal and Board Member, NAMTECH, the IIT Roorkee delegation and the NAMTECH leadership team.
The Centre is built around three strategic pillars.
1. Capacity Building
Developing future-ready talent through academic programs, executive education, technical skilling and faculty development.
2. Experiential Learning Infrastructure
Establishing industry-grade laboratories and living labs for hands-on learning, applied research and technology demonstration.
3. Outreach and Ecosystem Engagement
Building strong collaborations with industry, academia, MSMEs and government to promote knowledge sharing and accelerate sustainable innovation.
Messages from the Leaders
The transition to a sustainable and circular economy requires engineers and industry leaders who can translate ideas into impact. Through the Experiential Learning Centre for Sustainable Energy and Circularity , we are creating a collaborative platform where research, experiential learning and industry come together to develop future-ready talent and accelerate sustainable manufacturing in India.
Dr. Ibrahim Hafeezur Rehman
Director General & CEO; Dean – Academic Advancement, R&D & Consultancy; Director – School of Sustainability
The Centre represents an important opportunity to bridge academic excellence with industrial application. Together with NAMTECH and NTPC, we aim to advance research, nurture innovation and build the skilled workforce needed to support India's energy transition and circular economy ambitions.
Dr. K.K. Pant
Director, IIT Roorkee
Key Activities
MET4CE: Manufacturing Engineering Technology for Circular Economy (WCEF2026 ACCELERATOR SESSION)
Bringing academic and industry leaders together to explore how technology, talent and innovation can accelerate circular manufacturing. Hosted by ELC:SEC in partnership with ANU, as an accelerator session of WCEF 2026.
LEARN MORE ABOUT MET4CEA specialised capability-building program delivered for engineers and sustainability professionals from AM/NS India, focusing on industrial decarbonisation, carbon management, circular economy and Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS).
The program combined expert-led sessions with practical industry perspectives to strengthen organisational capabilities in sustainable manufacturing.
Connect With Us
Let's Build a Sustainable Future TogetherInterested in collaborating, participating in our programs or learning more about the Centre?
Write to: elcsec@namtech.ac
Explore partnership opportunities, research collaborations and workforce development programs with the Experiential Learning Centre for Sustainable Energy and Circularity .
