UNESCO Chair: National Workshop on Advances in Nuclear Energy for Sustainable Environment(NWANESE-2025) collaboration with IGCAR

News UMSGET, Pondicherry University - 2nd July 2025

2 July, 2025- 🌱 National Workshop on Advances in Nuclear Energy for Sustainable Environment (NWANESE-2025) to be Held at Pondicherry University 🌍

Puducherry | July 2025 — The UNESCO Madanjeet School of Green Energy Technologies (UMSGET) at Pondicherry University is set to host the prestigious National Workshop on Advances in Nuclear Energy for Sustainable Environment (NWANESE-2025) on 25th July 2025 (tentative), at the University’s Cultural-Cum-Convention Centre. This vital academic event, in collaboration with the Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, will bring together some of the nation’s finest minds in nuclear energy and sustainable development.

This workshop is being organized under the UNESCO Chair on Renewable and Clean Energy for Sustainable Development, hosted by the Department of Green Energy Technology (DGET) at Pondicherry University.

About the Conference

The National Workshop on Advances in Nuclear Energy for Sustainable Environment would likely focus on the role of nuclear energy in addressing climate change and promoting a sustainable energy future, as well as showcasing India's advancements in nuclear technology and policy. The event would likely feature discussions on topics like nuclear contribution to energy security, sustainable development goals, and the latest innovations in nuclear technology like SMRs, etc.

🔬 A Platform for Innovation and Collaboration

NWANESE-2025 aims to highlight the critical role of nuclear energy in addressing climate change, energy security, and sustainable development. The workshop will cover themes such as:

Future prospects of nuclear energy
Innovations in nuclear reactor technology
Climate change mitigation through nuclear power
Nuclear safety and waste management
The Indian nuclear energy program

👩‍🎓 Empowering the Next Generation

The event is designed to benefit postgraduates, researchers, academicians, and scientists. Registration fees are kept minimal (Rs. 250 for PG students/scholars and Rs. 750 for faculty/scientists) to ensure wide accessibility. Participants will also have access to expert lectures, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities.

🌟 Distinguished Guests

The event will be graced by Madam France Marquet, Principal Trustee of the Madanjeet Singh Foundation, as the Guest of Honor. The Chief Patron is Prof. P. Prakash Babu, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Pondicherry University, alongside a distinguished advisory and organizing committee of leading professors and researchers.

🏛️ About the Organisers

Pondicherry University is a Central University and a premier destination for higher education and research in India.
UMSGET, in collaboration with the South Asia Foundation (SAF-India), focuses on cutting-edge sustainable energy technologies.
IGCAR, a premier institute under the Department of Atomic Energy, is known for its leadership in fast breeder reactor technology and nuclear research.

📌 Important Dates

Last date for registration: 18th July 2025
Confirmation of participation: 20th July 2025
Workshop date: 25th July 2025

🏨 Accommodation & Contact

Accommodation within the university campus will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at nominal charges.

For details and registration, contact:

📧 dgetconference@pondiuni.ac.in
📞 0413-2654273
🌐 pondiuni.edu.in