DRIIV: Delhi Research Implementation and Innovation

Oil refining process generates sludge that contains toxic, carcinogenic residue including heavy metals, requiring their removal, as they're designated as hazardous waste. DRIIV innovators have successfully tested the efficacy of algal based 'phycoremediation' in treating a sample of sludge from the Numaligarh refinery of OIL India. Met with Dr. Bhaskar Phukan, MD NRL. Lab results of this nature based cost effective technology are promising and we are readying for a larger scale pilot deployment on the NRL site for testing in real life conditions. If lab results are replicated, the time to breakdown the sludge will reduce from six months to 1.5 months, alongside massive environmental and energy savings advantages. A big deal for the Oil industry! Cc: Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, DRIIV: Delhi Research Implementation and Innovation @ Dr.Sukhdev Singh, Piyush Parkhey , Amrita Dawn , Dr.Vishal Choudhary

Leading dailies cover DRIIV's meeting with the MCG Commissioner Dr Narhari Banger, where we discussed several solutions to address environmental issues of Gurugram including: nature based 'phycoremediation' technology for treating leachate; decentralised and integrated management of municipal solid waste; and solar integrated EV charging infrastructure for green mobility transition. Collaboration between DRIIV and MCG will accelerate Gurugram's journey towards a model town in #EnvironmentalSustainability. Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India DRIIV: Delhi Research Implementation and Innovation cc: Dr (Mrs.) Parvinder Maini, Dr.Vishal Choudhary, Amrita Dawn, Krishna Kumar Gaur, Arvind Iyer

DRIIV, the Knowledge Partner of the #TitanDesignImpactAward Program, is inviting you to join the live session on 'Ask Us Anything', where you can get your queries addressed directly by the team of Design Impact Awards. The Design Impact Awards, a social initiative by Titan, is designed to empower social innovators tackling the water crisis in India. The program offers an opportunity to win up to ₹2 Crore to scale your solutions along with mentorship and networking support. This live session is your chance to learn more about the Design Impact Awards, the application process, and the impact of your innovations. Don't miss this valuable opportunity to engage with the team and gain insights that can help you in your journey as a social innovator. Important Details Date: July 11, 2024 Time: 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM Meeting link: https://lnkd.in/gytvHSdB We look forward to your participation and the opportunity to support your innovative solutions that create a positive impact on society. Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Dr (Mrs.) Parvinder Maini, Dr.Vishal Choudhary, Shipra Misra, Titan Company Limited, Design Impact India, Amrita Dawn, Krishna Kumar Gaur, Arvind Iyer, Bhawna Kohli, TRINITY INTERNATIONAL, Dr. Nupur Bahadur, DetoXyFi

At DRIIV, we're committed to driving sustainable change by mobilizing private capital into impactful solutions. Our latest partnership with the Titan Design Impact Award Program exemplifies this mission, as we join forces to tackle critical water issues. DRIIV, as a Knowledge Partner is delighted to announce a call for water innovation, spearheaded by the #TitanDesignImpactAward. Millions are affected by water scarcity and quality issues, and #Titan believes innovative solutions are essential to ensure access to clean and sustainable water sources for all. The second edition of the Design Impact Awards aims to empower social innovators with one of the ecosystem's largest grants to scale their impact. With a generous grant of up to ₹2 Crore INR, this program is dedicated to recognizing and supporting innovators who drive meaningful change in the world. Let's transform the way we approach water challenges with groundbreaking innovations driving impactful changes for a sustainable future... Don’t miss this exciting opportunity—Apply Now to innovate for a better tomorrow.! https://lnkd.in/gqa5Wv2G #WaterInnovation #DRIIV #TitanDesignImpact #Sustainability #Innovation #ImpactfulChange Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Shipra Misra, Dr (Mrs.) Parvinder Maini, Dr.Vishal Choudhary, Titan Company Limited, Design Impact India, Amrita Dawn, Krishna Kumar Gaur, Arvind Iyer, Bhawna Kohli

One ship sails East, And another West, By the self-same winds that blow, 'Tis the set of the sails And not the gales, That tells the way we go. I first came across this verse by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, in Margaret Thatcher's biography over a decade ago and nothing has ever resonated with me more! Overwhelmed by the number of work anniversary wishes that I have received on the completion of 3 years at DRIIV, I take this opportune moment to reflect on the dynamic S&T ecosystem that we have successfully created. From having to explain the concept of a 'cluster' to all and sundry, to being a well regarded brand as a knowledge hub, bringing industry-academia-government bodies on a single platform, has been quite an eventful ride. As we begin the next phase of our journey hereon, our targets for the coming 3 years are pretty clear: 1. To establish a value chain comprising of MSMEs and startups for indigenising the production of dual use technologies in critical and emerging domains (#semiconductors, #aviation, #defence) 2. To attract more private capital for supporting translational research in our chosen thematic areas (#environmentalsustainability, #cleanenergytransition, #deeptech) 3. To strengthen transnational collaboration in S&T via more joint innovation projects. Many thanks to the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Dr (Mrs.) Parvinder Maini, Arun Bhardwaj, Dr.Vishal Choudhary for their ongoing support and guidance. cc: DRIIV: Delhi Research Implementation and Innovation, Amrita Dawn, Krishna Kumar Gaur, Arvind Iyer, Ataur Rahman https://lnkd.in/gBScPCns

Landfills are not just eyesores but also the source of many zoonotic diseases. Furthermore, heavy metals from leachates find their way into our water bodies and soil, making our food and water carcinogenic. #CPCB have set strict guidelines for biomining, which unfortunately are not being implemented. As an #S&T cluster, it is DRIIV's responsibility to bring in a more scientific approach to the process of biomining, supporting authorities such as the NGT and the PSA Office. As part of multiple stakeholder meetings, today's session focussed on existing gaps in the process and best practices that need to be adopted to adhere to the CPCB guidelines. Going forwards, DRIIV will create a formal mechanism, bringing in subject matter experts and regulatory bodies, for setting minimum standards for relevant processes and technologies. Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India DRIIV: Delhi Research Implementation and Innovation Prashant Singh, Ilangovan Thangavelu Kugalur, Nagesh Prabhu Chinivartha, Krishna Kumar Gaur, Arvind Iyer

It's been a very busy and eventful Q2 for DRIIV. Collaborations across constituencies progressing to projects. This month's Newsletter covers a broad spectrum of our initiatives with our stakeholders such as the MoEF&CC, Airport Authority of India, Oil India Limited, Indian Chamber of Commerce, India Health Fund, @CLEAN in areas such as #aviation, #defence, #environmentalsustainability, #EVskilling, #standards, #digitalhealthcare, along with #transnational engagements. Credit where it's due: Many thanks to my colleagues Dr. Amrita Dawn and Ataur Rahman for making science communication so engaging! The number of times I've been complimented by avid readers of our Newsletter is a testimony to your talent and dedication. Keep it up! Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India DRIIV: Delhi Research Implementation and Innovation cc: Dr (Mrs.) Parvinder Maini, Dr.Vishal Choudhary

Driving Sustainable Innovation: DRIIV Partners with GD Goenka Institution! We're thrilled to sign a MOU with GD Goenka Institution (GDG) to accelerate sustainability initiatives and empower future generations! This partnership will see us: Launch a groundbreaking Sustainability Program to equip students with the knowledge and skills to tackle environmental challenges. Introduce a cutting-edge AI & ML Program, fostering expertise in these transformative technologies. Establish a one-of-a-kind EV Skilling Centre, paving the way for a skilled workforce in the electric vehicle revolution. This collaboration signifies a significant step towards a greener future. #Sustainability #Innovation #Education #Partnerships #GDG #DRIIV Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India , Shipra Misra , GD GOENKA , Gaurav Himkar, Vipul Pandey, Amrita Dawn , @Krishna Kumar Gaur, Arvind Iyer

DRIIV organized a brainstorming session toady with relevant stakeholders from academia, IDEX, ADB, Venture capital and industry to develop the Cluster's value proposition as a nodal body for indigenizing and scaling innovations via MSMEs in the defence sector. Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Shipra Misra Anurag Awasthi, Nikhil Kanodia, Shruti Kharbanda, iDEX - DIO, Manan Suri, Cdr Navneet Kaushik (Veteran), Indian Chamber of Commerce, @Major Raj Prasad, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, Amrita Dawn, Krishna Kumar Gaur, Arvind Iyer, Bhawna Kohli, Divya Sharma

Many thanks to the Office of the PSA for organising this. Had promising discussions with the industry, particularly in the areas of #semiconductors, #EVs, #plasticwaste focussing on collaboration opportunities in indigenisation of technologies and commercialising innovation. DRIIV: Delhi Research Implementation and Innovation