Chennai, Oct. 23 -- Coal India Limited (CIL) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) to establish the Centre for Sustainable Energy at the institute.

The Centre is envisioned as a hub for advanced research, innovation, and capacity-building in sustainable energy technologies.

Supported by CIL's funding and aligned with its diversification strategy, the Centre will focus on developing solutions for repurposing coal mines, advancing low-carbon technologies, and reimagining coal as a valuable resource within India's clean energy ecosystem.

The initiative reinforces a shared commitment to advancing India's energy transition through indigenous technology and researc...