10th of Dec 2024 will remain etched in golden letters for Pondicherry University as the UNESCO Chair on "Renewable and Clean Energy for Sustainable Development" has been inaugurated at UMSGET the inaugurated by Madame France Marquet, Principal Trustee of the MSF, and Mr. Timothy Curtis, Director and UNESCO Representative in the presence of the Prof. K. Tharanikkarasu, Vice Chancellor and other dignitaries of the University.
Distinguished guests and scholars gathered to discuss innovative solutions for advancing clean and renewable energy technologies in alignment with global sustainable development goals (SDGs). The event also highlighted the importance of fostering global partnerships to address energy sustainability challenges. Presided by the Chief Patron Prof. K. Tharanikkarasu, Acting Vice-Chancellor of Pondicherry University the event highlighted the importance of fostering global partnerships to address energy sustainability challenges.
Madame France Marquet lauded the initiative, emphasizing its critical role in shaping a sustainable future through education and innovation. Mr. Timothy Curtis underscored UNESCO’s commitment to promoting clean energy and empowering institutions like UMSGET to lead transformative research.
The inauguration serves as a major milestone in promoting interdisciplinary research and fostering international collaboration in renewable energy technologies.
Dr. B.M. Jaffar Ali, Associate Professor;Prof. K. Tharanikkarasu,Vice Chancellor, Pondicherry University; Madame France Marquet, Principal Trustee, MSF and SAF Representative to UNESCO; Mr Timothy Curtis, Director and UNESCO Representative;and Prof Arun Prasath Director UMSGET and other dignitaries of the University