Avnet India Pvt Ltd, a leading global technology distributor and solutions provider, has announced a partnership with the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal, to leverage AI-driven solutions for critical sustainability projects and biodiversity conservation efforts. This collaboration is part of Avnet India’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives and focuses on utilizing AI and machine learning technologies to address pressing environmental and societal issues.
The partnership involves three impactful sustainability projects: an AI-assisted real-time landslide detection and alerting system, an automated bird identification and survey system, and an automated bird sound identification system to combat illegal wildlife trafficking. Avnet India is also supporting the upgrade of NITK’s Electronic Systems Laboratory with state-of-the-art equipment, including digital oscilloscopes and AI-embedded development boards.
The partnership aims to foster innovation and enable the creation of scalable, AI-powered solutions to address environmental and societal issues. Avnet India’s Managing Director, Suresh Kamath, stated that the partnership highlights the company’s commitment to its global ESG strategy and its passion for harnessing technology for environmental and community impact.
The Head of the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at NITK, shared that the collaboration enables students and faculty to engage in impactful research while contributing to broader societal goals of sustainability and biodiversity conservation. The upgraded lab was officially inaugurated on April 16, 2025, and the partnership is part of Avnet India’s CSR program for 2024-25.
NITK is recognized as an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India and consistently ranks among the top engineering education institutes in the country. Avnet India’s support of the NITK ECE department is a testament to the company’s commitment to fostering innovation and driving positive change through technology.
With over 100 years of experience in technology distribution, Avnet has built strong relationships with global suppliers and equips customers with! the tools they need to navigate complex design and supply chain challenges. Through collaborations like the one with NITK, Avnet fosters innovation and enables the creation of scalable, AI-powered solutions aimed at addressing pressing environmental and societal issues. The partnership between Avnet India and NITK is a significant step towards driving positive change and promoting sustainability through technology.
The partnership has the potential to make a significant impact on the environment and society, and Avnet India’s commitment to its global ESG strategy is a testament to the company’s dedication to harnessing technology for positive change. The collaboration with NITK is just one example of Avnet India’s efforts to drive innovation and promote sustainability, and the company is likely to continue to make significant contributions to the field of AI-driven sustainability solutions in the future.