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REtopia 2015 Background Note
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About REtopia 2015
REtopia is derived from the English word 'Utopia' referring to an ideal situation or state. The word REtopia extends this concept to the
realm of energy. The word REtopia aims to refer to a world which empowers itself from clean energy sources & lives up to the idea of
sustainable development.
REtopia was started by students from Department of Energy and Environment at TERI University in the year 2011 as an annual tech-
nical conclave. The motive behind the fest is to bring together students, people from academics, industry and government to emphasize
the need of clean technology on techno-commercial and environmental aspects.
Inclusive growth of a nation depends on the per capita energy use of that nation. For development to be sustainable, delivery of energy
services needs to be secure and have low environmental impacts. Renewable energy sources play a vital role in providing energy ser-
vices in a sustainable manner and, in particular, in mitigating climate change. We the renewable energy engineers strive towards
achieving this global goal with a long vision to mitigate and sustain global harmony as par with nation’s total GDP growth and energy
security.
With TERI University’s unique programme we are able to excel in interdisciplinary skills, along with the opportunity to focus in spe-
cific fields. TERI University is an exemplary organisation providing to the world experts in all disciplines in renewable energy.
‘REtopia’ is one of the prestigious fest of the university portraying successfully a variety of RE opportunities, challenges and possible
remedies, motivated by a variety of factors, to address these various components of RE integration into the energy system. It provides a
platform for experts from various prospects, students and aspirants of RE, developers and researchers, industrialists, stake holders,
policy makers, academicians etc.
In past ‘REtopia’ has been attended by several dignitaries like Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Minister of State with independent Charge
for Power, Coal and New & Renewable Energy, Dr. Ashvini Kumar (Director, SECI), Dr. P.C. Maithani (Director, MNRE), Mr.
Chintan Shah (President, Suzlon Energy), Mr. Sunil Jain (CEO & Executive Director, Hero Future Energies), Mr. Mukul Sinha
(Head- Projects Delivery, Tata Power Solar), Prof. L. M. Das (IIT Delhi),Mr. Sushanta K. Chatterjee (Jt. Chief, Regulatory Affairs,
CERC), Dr. Srikanta K. Panigrahi (Director General, Carbon Minus India) and many more. It has kept growing bigger with each pass-
ing year and we take pride in continuing the legacy by presenting to you ‘REtopia’ 2015.
2. EVENTS:
1. Panel Discussions
- A brainstorming event that brings together eminent personalities from industry and academia. This is the chance to gather insights
about the present scenario of the renewable energy sector.
- The experts will discuss about India becoming a superpower in renewable energy.
2. Troubleshooting RE Industry Problem
- Problem statements to be given by RE industries.
- Participants will have to give a feasible solution to a problem and will be judged by the judges from the industries.
3. Renewable Energy Design Challenge (RED Challenge)
- “It’s not about ideas. It’s about making ideas happen.”
- An event which will give the required platform to young aspiring entrepreneurs.
- A chance for young entrepreneur to showcase their idea's in front of the who's who of the RE industry.
4. Group Discussion and Debate
- A platform to gather information and ideas from a diverse group of people.
- A group discussion followed by a debating session for the shortlisted candidates. This is your chance to take a
stand and make your viewpoint heard.
5. Poster Presentation
- A platform for participants to present their ideas in the form of a poster.
- Posters will be presented by the participants on predefined topics and winner will be chosen by the judges.
6. Sustainovation
- Created with the vision to let participants know the different stages involved in transforming your idea into an
economically viable business model.
-Participants will get the opportunity to interact with entrepreneurs about the different aspects of starting your own firm. The three
main aspects that would be covered would be Legal Formalities, Finance and Marketing.
7. General Quiz
- A quiz based on general topics.
- Contestants compete for the top 3 places based on a general knowledge quiz.
- A prelims will be conducted to scrutinize the teams and then final round.
8. Cultural Event
- A sufi band performance.
