In a significant step toward promoting clean energy innovation and sustainable mobility, the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) has inaugurated two state-of-the-art Centres of Excellence, focusing on green hydrogen and electric vehicles (EVs). The move positions IET at the forefront of renewable energy research and education in India, The Times of India reported, reports The Economic Times.
The institute has successfully implemented a smart renewable energy-based management system on its campus that integrates both solar and wind energy to produce green hydrogen. At present, the system generates 4 kilowatts of electricity, powering a cutting-edge hydrogen production unit.
“At IET, we have set up a smart RE-based energy management system along with a green hydrogen centre,” said Prof. Vineet Kansal, Director of IET. “It is an experimental and research platform designed to study the real-world dynamics of a smart grid integrated with multiple renewable sources and advanced green hydrogen technologies.”
Prof. Arun Kumar Tiwari, who leads both centres, emphasized their value as practical, hands-on platforms for students, researchers, and professionals:
“This system offers a safe and controlled lab environment to explore renewable energy integration, hydrogen energy cycles, and smart grid operations.”
In parallel, IET has also launched a modern electric vehicle (EV) laboratory, providing a modular research and training platform. The lab enables advanced experimentation across the EV value chain, including battery systems, propulsion technologies, and charging infrastructure. It is designed to equip learners and innovators with practical skills essential for India’s rapidly growing EV ecosystem.
These new centres are intended to bridge the gap between academia and industry, driving innovation, skill development, and real-world experimentation in sustainable transportation and energy.
The launch comes at a time when India is witnessing a surge in clean energy investment and automotive innovation. With Gujarat emerging as a leading automotive hub and hydrogen technologies gaining traction, institutions like IET are playing a critical role in supporting Vision 2047 and net-zero goals.
India’s EV market, valued at $2 billion in 2023, is projected to grow to $7.09 billion by 2025, with annual sales expected to reach 10 million units by 2030. The global connected vehicle market, too, is expected to grow significantly, reaching $56.2 billion by 2030, according to consultancy McKinsey & Well.
The upcoming ETAuto Hydrogen Tech Conclave will further highlight the strategic importance of hydrogen in automotive applications, gathering key stakeholders to shape the future of sustainable mobility in India.
