ENERGY,
SUSTAINABILITY
& CLIMATE
CHANGE
EMPOWERING RURAL INDIA
THROUGH EXCELLENCE
Pravara Rural Education Society
Established in July 1964 by Late Padmashri Dr. Vitthalrao Vikhe Patil, the pioneer of Asia's first cooperative sugar factory. The society is flourishing under the visionary guidance of Late Padmabhushan Dr. Balasaheb Vikhe Patil, Former Union Minister, Govt. of India. Today, under the leadership of Hon'ble Chairman Namdar Shri Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil and CEO Dr. Susmita Vikhe Patil, the society stands as a symbol of academic excellence, providing education from pre-primary to Ph.D. in various streams like Medical, Pharmacy, and Engineering.
Sir Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology
Established in 1998–99, SVIT Nashik offers undergraduate programs in Chemical, Computer, Information Technology and Electronics & Computer Engineering. The institute also offers MBA program. With highly qualified faculty and state-of-the-art laboratories, we foster academic growth and innovation. The institute is NAAC 'B+' accredited (Cycle 1) and committed to preparing students for global challenges.
Chemical Engineering Dept.
The department was established in the year 1998 with an intake of 60 students. It is the recipient of several grants from AICTE (MODROBS) and BCUD (QIP & RPS). The department organizes the annual state-level event "Chemcoalesce" and is supported by dynamic, highly qualified faculty committed to academic excellence.
The ATAL FDP Program
Our FDP on "Energy, Sustainability and Climate Change" equips participants with knowledge and tools to address critical global challenges. It provides a multidisciplinary platform to explore the intersection of energy systems, sustainability practices, and climate change mitigation.
OBJECTIVES
- To understand the fundamental concepts of energy and sustainability.
- To explore renewable energy technologies and their role in carbon reduction.
- To highlight the importance of climate policy and carbon management.
- To promote interdisciplinary research and innovation for sustainability.
- To provide hands-on experience and case studies in energy systems.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
- Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of energy systems and their impact on the environment.
- The FDP will equip faculty with tools and methodologies to teach sustainability and climate change.
- It will facilitate cross-disciplinary engagement and networking among researchers.
- Participants will explore new research opportunities and innovative solutions for global sustainability.
IMPORTANT DATES
Last Date of Registration
JANUARY 02ND,
2026
Event Duration
JANUARY 5TH – 10TH,
2026
Participants are requested to register early as seats are limited
CHIEF PATRON
Hon'ble Namdar Shri. Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil
Minister Water Resources (Godavari & Krishna Valley Development Corporation), Govt. of Maharashtra
Chairman, Loknete Dr. Balasaheb Vikhe Patil (Padma Bhushan Awardee) PRES, Loni
Hon'ble Sau. Shalinitai Vikhe Patil
Ex-President, Zilha Parishad, Ahmednagar
Trustee, Loknete Dr. Balasaheb Vikhe Patil (Padma Bhushan Awardee) PRES, Loni
Dr. Sujay Vikhe Patil
Ex. Member of Parliament Govt of India
Chairman, PDVVPSSK, Loni
Dr. Susmita Vikhe Patil
CEO
Loknete Dr. Balasaheb Vikhe Patil (Padma Bhushan Awardee) PRES, Loni
Dr. Sarang Pande
Principal, SVIT, Chincholi, Nashik
Dr. Mahendra V. Guddad
Department of Chemical Engineering
Ms. Archana Hatkar
Department of Electronics & Computer Engineering
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
The dedicated team behind the event coordination
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Perspective Participants
This FDP is open for academicians, research scholars from AICTE approved institutions, and Central Government organizations committed to sustainability.
Certificate Criteria
Awarded to participants with min. 80% attendance and 60% marks in the final test. Online feedback is mandatory on the concluding day.
Quick Highlights
Essential information for your smooth registration process.
RESOURCE PERSONS
Domain experts from reputed institutes and industry leaders sharing their insights and expertise.
Dr. Abhijat Abhyankar
Dean, NICMAR University, Pune
Dr. D. S. Gandhe
Chairman, Prerana Energy, Pune
Dr. Ratnadip R. Joshi
Associate Director Green Hydrogen Research Centre, MITWPU Pune
Shri. Manish Kulkarni
Head, Projects NuGen Energy, Pune
Shri. Chandrakant R. Mohikar
Consultant, EPCCO&M Pune, Maharashtra
Dr. J. Sudarshan
Head, Energy, NICMAR University Pune
Dr. Pramod Deshpande
Adjunct Professor
Dr. Nitin B. Raut
Professor, Sohar University, P.O. Box 446, Postal Code 311, Sultanate of Oman
Shri. Gajanan R. Patil
Director, Urja Bio System Pvt. Ltd.
Dr. Samir Deshmukh
Professor, LIT, Nagpur
Energy, Sustainability and Climate Change
AICTE-ATAL Sponsored FDP
Mode
Online (Link via Email)
Venue
SVIT, Chincholi, Sinnar, Nashik
Scan to Register
on ATAL Portal