Simon India and IIT Bombay Partner to Accelerate Green Technologies

Simon India Limited (SIL) and IIT Bombay's National Centre of Excellence in Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (NCoE-CCUS) have signed an MoU to co-develop next-generation green and low-carbon technologies. This alliance aims to strengthen India's energy transition and industrial sustainability, focusing on areas like green hydrogen, CCUS, and circular economy solutions. IIT Bombay provides research and lab access, while Simon India brings engineering and implementation expertise, bridging innovation to commercial deployment and fostering IP creation and human capital development.

Simon India Limited (SIL) and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, through its National Centre of Excellence in Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (NCoE-CCUS), have formalized a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration is set to co-develop advanced green and low-carbon technologies, directly supporting India’s energy transition and industrial sustainability goals. The partnership strategically combines IIT Bombay’s robust research capabilities with Simon India’s engineering strength and industrial deployment expertise, effectively bridging the critical gap between laboratory innovation and large-scale industrial implementation.TheThe MoU outlines several key focus areas crucial for a sustainable future, including green hydrogen and ammonia, Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS), circular economy and waste-to-value solutions, energy efficiency in industrial processes, and advanced materials like rare earth recovery and chemical derivatives. Beyond mere academic exchange, both entities commit to actively co-developing scalable solutions, encompassing joint technology validation, pilot projects, technology transfer, and accelerated commercialization pathways. IIT Bombay will provide cutting-edge laboratory infrastructure and crucial engineering models, while Simon India will leverage its industrial know-how for practical application. The alliance also prioritizes intellectual property creation and protection, fostering joint R&D and securing research grants. Furthermore, the initiative includes faculty-industry exchange and student experiential learning, building essential skilled human capital for India's decarbonization journey. This collaboration, lauded by both Prof. Vikram Vishal and Aashutosh Aggarwal, exemplifies an impactful industry-academia model crucial for shaping India’s low-carbon industrial future and driving sustainable economic growth.