Technologies for low carbon and lean construction experience center
Principal Investigator
Prof. Manu Santhanam
Objective
- IIT Madras CoE on TLC2 promotes sustainable construction, enhances concrete sustainability and minimises waste, The Experience Centre advances low-carbon tech, disseminates knowledge and drives sustainability, and influences policy with a carbon reduction focus.
Description
- This IIT Madras Experience Centre showcases sustainable construction technologies ? including 3D printed concrete, recycled materials, and net-zero energy and carbon systems ? serving as a research-focused, data-driven demonstration hub. Featuring physical and virtual test beds, smart classrooms, and co-working spaces for startups, the centre advances low-carbon and lean construction practices, educates industry professionals, develops waste-to-resource streams, and influences policy ? aligning with SDGs and driving climate-positive construction transformation across India.
Impact
- Our research aligns with SDGs and focuses on reducing GHG emissions through technical innovations, We aim to educate construction professionals in sustainability and develop new waste-to-resource streams, Additionally, we work on policy briefs and standards for technology implementation in the sector.
Budget in Lakhs
10000.00