The Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), KISS-DU, and the School of Indigenous Knowledge, Science and Technology—Computer Science Programme, in observance of the World Energy Conservation Day 2023, organized a student seminar for M.Sc. Computer Science students. This seminar, designed specifically for the students, aimed to educate and empower them about energy conservation and its benefits.
Rushikesh Dalai, the first speaker, discussed that energy conservation involves reducing energy consumption by using less energy to perform the same tasks, achieved through improving energy efficiency, adopting energy-saving habits, or utilising technologies that consume less energy. He also highlighted that conservation offers environmental benefits like reducing greenhouse gas emissions, economic benefits such as lowering energy costs and reducing dependency on fossil fuels, and social benefits like improving energy security. Current trends include renewable energy integration, energy-efficient technologies, and green building designs. Gajanan Sabar laid out the scope of the conservation strategies for homes, businesses, and transportation. He also discussed innovations in energy storage, and successful case studies highlight progress, while government policies and global initiatives support these efforts.
The seminar concluded with a discussion on conservation challenges, including technological, economic, and social barriers. However, the promising future trends and potential innovations were highlighted, offering a beacon of hope for a sustainable, carbon-neutral future. This message of optimism and possibility was a key takeaway for the students.
