The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur and ONGC Green Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on research and policy-driven initiatives in the field of green energy. The partnership aims to support ONGC’s goal of achieving 10 GW of green energy capacity by 2030 through various projects, including solar, wind, energy storage, biofuels, and green hydrogen. The collaboration will combine IIM-Nagpur’s academic and policy expertise with ONGC Green’s operational experience in the renewable energy sector.
The two institutions will work together on key areas such as environmental sustainability, ESG frameworks, renewable energy integration, carbon and green credit markets, energy storage, e-mobility policies, and leadership development. The partnership is expected to provide strong academic and policy support to ONGC’s efforts, while also contributing to India’s broader goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070.
According to Harsh Nupur Joshi, Chief Operating Officer of ONGC Green Limited, the partnership aims to support India’s net-zero target by 2070. “We intend to take up projects in energy storage, biofuels, and future energy solutions such as green hydrogen, which is going to be a game changer for India,” he said. IIM-Nagpur Director Prof Bhimaraya Metri added that India’s progress in green energy is being closely observed globally, and the institute is proud to be associated with ONGC Green in this important national mission.
The collaboration is expected to contribute research, leadership, and policy insights that can shape India’s future energy ecosystem. With the signing of the MoU, IIM-Nagpur and ONGC Green Limited have taken a significant step towards supporting India’s transition to a low-carbon economy. The partnership will not only help ONGC achieve its green energy targets but also contribute to the country’s overall goal of reducing its carbon footprint and achieving net-zero emissions by 2070.