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Authors should submit a one-page abstract of their original, unpublished work using the provided conference template Click Here.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
Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai
Prof. P. Mahanta
NIT Meghalaya
Keynote Speakers
Prof. Janusz A. Koziński
Lakehead University, Canada
Prof. Amar K. Mohanty
University of Guelph, Canada
Prof. Ajay K. Dalai
University of Saskatchewan, Canada
Prof. Santanu Bandopadhyay
IIT Bombay, India
Prof. Manjusri Misra
University of Guelph, Canada
Prof. S. N. Naik
IIT Delhi, India
Registration
Registration Fee Structure
| Category | Late Registration after 5th Dec 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
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.
Selected full-length articles will be published in Scopus-indexed Journals/Proceedings and Book volumes by reputed publishing houses.
We anticipate the publication of a large number of peer-reviewed, high-quality articles.
Schedule
Final ScheduleOrganizing 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 TimingConference 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.
New Guest House
Old Guest House
Boy's Hostel
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.
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.
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.
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..
Contact Us
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School of Energy Science and EngineeringIndian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Assam INDIA – 791039