DAV University, Jalandhar has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) for research and promotion of renewable energy in Punjab.

The MoU was inked by Mr Navjot Pal Singh Randhawa, Chief Executive Officer, PEDA and Dr. Desh Bandhu Gupta, Vice Chancellor. Dr Gupta was represented by Dr Rajesh Khanna, Coordinator, University-Industry Linkage Cell of the University.

PEDA is the nodal agency for implementation of energy conservation activities in Punjab.

Both agencies would now work to provide strategic research support to research projects aimed at energy conservation. PEDA and DAV University would also jointly design, test and evaluate the performance of different technologies developed to reduce the burden on fossil fuels.

Mr Navjot Pal Singh Randhawa said that PEDA would provide experts, technical material and know-how and other support to the University for its proposal to promote the use of unconventional energy. He said that the aim of the tie up was to disseminate technology to the masses through educational, research Institutes and laboratories. DAV University and PEDA would also host joint conferences, training and workshops to spread awareness about reducing carbon footprints, he said.

Dr Desh Bandhu Gupta, Vice-Chancellor, DAV University, Jalandhar said that the MoU was a major leap for strengthening the University-industry linkage. The involvement of the students and researchers at the University would contribute to the promotion and use of the renewable energy and improving energy efficiency.

Mr. M. P. Singh, Director, PEDA was also present at the occasion. He appreciated the efforts of DAV University for taking initiative for energy conservation. Mr. Jaspal Singh, Additional Director, Mr. Paramjit Singh, Manager (EC), and Mr. Money Khanna, Project Engineer, PEDA were also present during the signing of MOU with DAV University.