About

International Conference on Advances in Sustainable Solutions for Energy Transitions (ASSET 2025), scheduled for January 2-4, 2025 at the esteemed School of Energy Science and Engineering, IIT Guwahati aims to stand as a cornerstone event in the quest for sustainable energy solutions. This conference, which will bring together top specialists, scholars, decision-makers, and business representatives from around the globe and promises to be a turning point in the conversation around energy sustainability. Keynote addresses, panel discussions, paper presentations, and workshops on a variety of subjects, including renewable energy integration, energy storage, smart grid systems, and policy frameworks for sustainable development, will be included in the conference. Participants will get the chance to participate in multidisciplinary discussions that promote cooperation and knowledge sharing across the government, business, and academic sectors.

Expected outcomes and impacts of the conference


  • Generation of new knowledge, insights, and innovations through research presentations, case studies, and technical sessions, contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions
  • Identification of policy gaps, barriers, and opportunities for promoting sustainable energy transitions, leading to informed policy recommendations and advocacy initiatives.
  • Facilitation of technology transfer, commercialization, and deployment of sustainable energy technologies through industry-academia collaborations and partnerships.
  • Empowerment of researchers, students, and professionals through capacity-building learning in the field of sustainable energy.
  • Establishment of network of stakeholders, fostering collaborations, partnerships, and knowledge exchange to address common challenges and accelerate the transition towards sustainable energy systems.

Broad Thematic areas


I Biomass, Biofuels, Biorefinery & Waste Management
II Solar, Wind, Hydro, Hydrogen & Fuel Cells
III Energy - Materials, Storage, Transmission, Distribution & Policies, e-Mobility


Activities of the Conference

Plenary Lecture
Keynote Addresses
Paper Presentations
Panel Discussions
Poster Presentations
Workshops
Industry/Start-Up Exhibition

Target Participants

Scientist
Academicians
Research Scholars
Industry Delegates
Entrepreneurs



Abstract Submission


Authors should submit a one-page abstract of their original, unpublished work using the provided conference template Click Here.


Plenary Speakers

Prof. Ganapati D. Yadav

Prof. Ganapati D. Yadav

Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai

Prof. P. Mahanta

Prof. P. Mahanta

NIT Meghalaya



Keynote Speakers

Prof. Janusz A. Koziński

Prof. Janusz A. Koziński

Lakehead University, Canada

Prof. Amar K. Mohanty

Prof. Amar K. Mohanty

University of Guelph, Canada

Prof. Ajay K. Dalai

Prof. Ajay K. Dalai

University of Saskatchewan, Canada

Prof. Santanu Bandopadhyay

Prof. Santanu Bandopadhyay

IIT Bombay, India

Prof. Manjusri Misra

Prof. Manjusri Misra

University of Guelph, Canada

Prof. S. N. Naik

Prof. S. N. Naik

IIT Delhi, India

Registration

Registration Fee Structure
Category Late Registration after 5th Dec
Indian (INR)		 Early Bird Registration from 5th Nov.
With Accommodation Indian (INR)		 Without Accommodation Indian (INR) SAARC Countries (USD) Non-SAARC Countries (USD)
Student 5900 4500 3900 150 200
Academician 8300 7300 6300 250 300
Industry/Research Lab 11800 10800 9800 350 400

* The Registration fee is non-refundable. Registration fee includes GST and accommodation charge in one of the Hostels of IIT Guwahati, Conference Kit, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and High tea/coffee (2nd January 2025 - 4th January 2025).


Important Dates


Abstract Submission Begins: 15th August 2024
Last Date for Abstract Submission: 20th October 2024 30th October 2024 (Extended Date)
Intimation of Oral/Poster: 5th November 2024
Early Bird Registration Starts: 5th November 2024
Last Date for Early Bird Registration: 1st December 2024
Last Date for Late Registration: 15th December 2024
Conference: 2nd-4th January 2025
Intimation of Selection for Journal/Book Series: 15th January 2025
Last Date for Full Paper Submission: 15th March 2025

Publication

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Disclaimer: It is planned to publish the peer-reviewed and selected papers of the conference as proceedings with Springer. For detailed instructions for authors and editors of conference proceedings, kindly visit the following link: Springer Conference Proceedings. Selected papers from the conference will be published by Springer as a proceedings book volume. Springer will conduct quality checks on the accepted papers, and only papers that pass these checks will be published. Springer Nature does not charge any money for the publication of Non-Open Access content. Abstracts/extended abstracts and short papers (less than 4 pages) are not considered for publication.

Accepted abstracts will be published in ASSET-2025 conference proceedings.

Schedule


Final Schedule

Organizing Committee


Patron

Prof. Devendra Jalihal, Director, IIT Guwahati

Chairperson and Convenor

Prof. Vaibhav V Goud, Head, SESE, IIT Guwahati

Co-Convenor

Dr. Pankaj kalita Asso. Prof., SESE, IIT Guwahati

Publication

Dr. Pankaj Kalita Sub-Committee Chair

Dr. Ranjith Thangavel Thematic Co-Chair

Dr. Farrukh Khalid Thematic Co-Chair

Dr. ESN Raju P Thematic Co-Chair

Dr. Kuldeep Kumar Thematic Co-Chair

Dr. Ajay Singh Thematic Co-Chair

Dr. Saket Verma Thematic Co-Chair

Accommodation

Wasim Akram Sub-Committee Chair

Subham Singh Team Lead

Bitupan Das Member

Bhargav Rajbangshi Member

Chandra Shekhar Mahato Member

Travel

Dipanka Kashyap Sub-Committee Chair

Nayanmoni Baishya Team Lead

Vinay Yadav Member

Mrinmoy Kumar Sarmah Member

Anshul Soni Member

Kamaksh Gurjar Member

Food & Finance

Debarshi Baruah Sub-Committee Chair/Treasurer

Umesh Team Lead

Akash Dilip Kamble Member

Vivek Prasad Member

Sharat Chandra Member

Shivam Raj Member

Hospitality & Help Desk

Dr. Kuldeep Kumar Sub-Committee Chair

Dr. Saket Verma Co-Chair

Dr. Ajay Singh Co-Chair

Puja Hazarika Member

More Akshini Anil Member

Mayanmi Zimik Member

Technical Sessions

Dhiren Huzuri Sub-Committee Chair

Dr. Vikas Kumar ThakurTeam Lead

Dr. Pushpendra Singh Team Lead

Juri Sonowal, Kakali Borah, Vijaya Member

Priyanka Duwarah, Pankaj Kumar, Suchetna Kushwah Member

Srijit Chakrabarti, Subham Nath Laskar, Siddhi, Member

Website & IT

Pranjal Bhuyan Sub-Committee Chair

Shantanu Suman Member

Rahul Sharma Member

Registration

Dr. Lepakshi Barborah Sub-Committee Chair

Dr. Meghali Devi Team Lead

Phenicia Shabong Member

Publicity & Media

Siba Prakash Bhoi Sub-Committee Chair

Rahul Thakuria Member

Prachurjya Jyoti Hazarika Member

Alumni Meet

Rashmi Baruah Sub-Committee Chair



Local Organizing Committee

Prof. Mahuya De

Prof. S. Senthilmurugan

Prof. Pranab Goswami

Prof. Ujjwal K Saha

Prof. Arun Goyal

Dr. R. Anandalakshmi

Prof. Karuna Kalita

Prof. Lingaraj Sahoo

Prof. Kaustubha Mohanty

Prof. Pratima Agarwal

Prof. Sisir Kumar Nayak

Prof. Niranjan Sahoo

Prof. V.S. Moholkar

Prof. Debasish Das

Prof. Harshal B. Nemade



How To reach

By Air: The distance from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport - Guwahati (GAU) to IIT Guwahati is about 22 kms. In the Arrival Lounge (inside Airport), there is a pre-paid taxi counter. You can take a prepaid taxi from the airport to reach IIT Guwahati campus.

By Train: The distance from Guwahati Railway Station (GHY) to IIT Guwahati is about 18 kms. If you are arriving at Guwahati Railway Station by rail, come out through Platform No.1 exit gate (Panbazar or Lakhhtokia side). A limited number of IIT buses run regularly from Guwahati city - Lakhtokia (Near Don Bosco School's Church/ Cotton College Boys Hostel, which is about 0.5 km from the Guwahati Railway Station) to IIT Campus. The distance from Kamakhya Railway Station (KYQ) to IIT Guwahati is about 13 kms. For commuting from Kamakya Railway Station, you may have to hire taxi or auto-rickshaws.

IIT Guwahati Bus Timing

Conference Venue



Conference Center,
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati,
Guwahati, Assam
INDIA – 781039


Accomodation

Accommodation will be arranged at IIT Guwahati's Institute Guest House and separate Student Hostels for boys and girls. Depending on room availability, accommodations will be provided either individually or shared, on a first-come, first-served basis.


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New Guest House

Kaziranga

Old Guest House

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Boy's Hostel

Kaziranga

Girl's Hostel



Places to visit

Guwahati City

Guwahati, often referred to as the "Gateway to Northeast India," is a major city in the Indian state of Assam. It serves as an important cultural, commercial, and educational hub for the region. Among its notable attractions are the Kamakhya Temple, a significant Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Kamakhya, located on Nilachal Hill, which draws pilgrims from across India. The Umananda Temple, situated on Peacock Island in the Brahmaputra River, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and offers panoramic views of both the river and the city. Additionally, the Assam State Museum presents the cultural heritage of Assam with its extensive collection of artifacts, sculptures, and historical exhibits.


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Kaziranga National Park

Kaziranga National Park, located in Assam, India, spans around 430 square kilometers and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its population of the Indian one-horned rhinoceros. Established as a reserved forest in 1905 and declared a national park in 1974, Kaziranga features diverse habitats including wetlands, grasslands, and forests.

The park is home to various wildlife, including elephants, tigers, wild water buffaloes, swamp deer, and numerous bird species. Conservation efforts focus on anti-poaching measures and habitat management, making Kaziranga a successful model for wildlife protection.

Tourism is well-developed, with jeep safaris and elephant rides available, and the best visiting months are from November to April.


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Manas National Park

Manas National Park, located in the Himalayan foothills in Assam, India, is a UNESCO World Heritage site, a Project Tiger reserve, an elephant reserve, and a biosphere reserve. This designation highlights the park's importance in global conservation efforts and its rich natural heritage.

The park is renowned for its unique biodiversity and beautiful landscapes, featuring lush forests, grasslands, and the Manas River. These diverse habitats support a wide variety of plant and animal life, making it a critical area for ecological research and environmental preservation.Manas is home to several endangered species, including the Assam roofed turtle, hispid hare, golden langur, and pygmy hog. The presence of these rare species underscores the park's role in protecting India's most vulnerable wildlife.

Additionally, Manas boasts one of the largest populations of the Bengal tiger and the Indian one-horned rhinoceros. These iconic animals are significant both for their ecological roles and as symbols of India's natural heritage, attracting conservationists and tourists alike.


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Manas National Park


Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the Morigaon district of Assam, India, is about 50 kilometers east of Guwahati. Covering an area of 38.8 square kilometers, it is famous for its high density of Indian one-horned rhinoceroses, earning it the nickname "Mini Kaziranga." The sanctuary also hosts a diverse range of flora and fauna, including over 2000 migratory birds and various reptiles. The best time to visit is between November and March, when visitors can enjoy jeep safaris and elephant rides to explore the area. Pobitora plays a vital role in the conservation of the one-horned rhinoceros, contributing significantly to the preservation of this vulnerable species..

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Contact Us

Address

School of Energy Science and Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology

Guwahati, Assam
INDIA – 791039

Phone Number

+ 91 361 2583150

+ 91 8822178288

Email

assetsese@iitg.ac.in