Students urged to adopt renewable energy sources

Prof. M.R. Patil from KLE Technological University urged students to shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources during a talk at the 'Saksham-2025' program. He highlighted India's underutilization of solar, wind, hydro, and biomass energy. Patil noted that only 84 GW of solar power and 10% of wind energy potential have been harnessed. He emphasized the importance of youth involvement in promoting cleaner energy and reducing carbon emissions, particularly in transportation. BPCL's Santhil Dayal discussed global efforts to cut carbon emissions and introduced energy-efficient cooking solutions. The program aimed to raise awareness about clean energy and encourage students to use energy resources responsibly.