Green Energy Innovation
Jamshedpur: The University of Warwick has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tata Power, India’s leading integrated power company. This strategic alliance aims to drive research and innovation in critical areas such as grid modernization, industrial decarbonization, and digital energy systems.
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Specifically, the collaboration focuses on fast charging, power storage, and advanced manufacturing approaches. Furthermore, the partnership will explore executive education, technical workshops, and joint case study development to nurture global talent.
A Vision for a Sustainable Future
The agreement leverages decades of expertise from the Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) and the University’s School of Engineering. This renewed focus on energy systems will support Tata Power’s strategic priorities in the transition to clean energy.
Professor Stuart Croft, Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Warwick, emphasized the global impact of this deal:
“We strive to make a better world through our world-leading research and education. Our partnership with Tata Power marries our academic excellence with leading industry expertise to help advance a more sustainable future for people, places, and our planet.”
Transforming India’s Energy Landscape
The University’s research groups cover the entire energy spectrum. This includes semiconductors, power electronics, machines, and drives (PEMD). By focusing on these areas, Warwick will help Tata Power accelerate the shift from fossil fuels to electrification.
Dr. Praveer Sinha, CEO and MD of Tata Power and Honorary Professor at WMG, shared his vision:
“Tata Power is committed to transforming India’s energy landscape. Our vision is to empower a billion lives through sustainable, affordable, and innovative energy solutions, and we are making strong progress toward that goal. We are building a consumer-centric green energy future anchored in decarbonization, reliable and affordable power, and long-term sustainability. Our agreement with the University of Warwick—an institution with a distinguished track record in electrification and sustainability—will further accelerate our ambitions and strengthen the pathway to achieving them.”
A Legacy of Academic and Industrial Collaboration
The partnership between the University of Warwick and the Tata Group is not new. In fact, it stretches back over four decades, rooted in shared goals for innovation and societal impact.
Professor Kerry Kirwan, Dean of WMG, noted the strength of this history:
“Applying excellent research to deliver industrial and societal impact has been part of WMG’s mission for the past 45 years. And our celebrated partnership with the Tata Group stretches back decades. It is a partnership built on extensive collaboration across research, education, and innovation, and it’s exciting to see how that legacy continues to deliver positive global impact.”
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Professor David Greenwood, Director for Industrial Engagement at WMG, added that the timing is perfect due to current geopolitical shifts:
“Research relationships with India, including Tata, have always been incredibly valuable to us. With a free trade agreement now in place between the UK and India, now is the ideal time to work together on critical challenges of energy, industry, and the environment, while exploring new research, education, and engagement opportunities.”
Leveraging AI for System-Level Decarbonization
To achieve industrial decarbonization efficiently, both institutions are prioritizing “systems-level thinking.” This approach involves using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to model future power grids and enhance stability.
Professor David Towers, Head of the School of Engineering, explained the technical advantages:
“By applying artificial intelligence–enabled modelling and control techniques, we are developing solutions that enhance system stability, resilience, and efficiency. Our research spans national, regional, and microgrid-scale infrastructures, integrating renewables — particularly wind — alongside energy storage and hydrogen technologies. We look forward to working with Tata Power to translate these capabilities into scalable, industrially relevant decarbonisation pathways.”
