A classic example of Covestro supporting academia and community for the cause of sustainable development.

IIT Shunya

Project “Shunya” executed by a group of students from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) is one of the classic examples of Covestro supporting academia and community for the cause of sustainable development.

Project “Shunya” executed by a group of students from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) is one of the classic examples of Covestro supporting academia and community for the cause of sustainable development.

In 2018, Vijay Sharma and his team from IIT Mumbai had participated in Solar Decathlon 2018 – the “Olympics” of sustainable building and living. This contest invites teams from all over the globe to submit unusual ideas for the design and construction of houses that are sustainable in every respect and draw their energy from solar power alone. The solutions presented by the participants as entries are also assessed for their viability in addressing challenges of increasing urbanization and population growth.

The “Shunya” team had been entrusted with the task of putting together a sustainable, energy efficient building in Dezhou in north-eastern China in a record time of 12 days. While Vijay and his team doggedly worked towards achieving their goals, team Covestro supported them with sponsorship, technical know-how and materials. The result was a 150-square-meter solar building that produces more energy than it uses and enables a family of six to live sustainably and comfortably. Covestro products used in the “Shunya” house include insulating panels in the walls, floor and roof, and the steel frame coatings.

The team accomplished the task in 12 days against several odds. Team Covestro believes that they pushed boundaries to the best of their abilities and that really is the right attitude for sustainable development.

There is an increased demand for sustainable urban development from various quadrants, especially in fast developing countries like India and China. The government of India, for example, has launched various initiatives to encourage investments in residential, infrastructure and energy projects. Its umbrella program “100 Smart Cities” aims to make cities more people-oriented and sustainable.

We, at Covestro, are always eager to collaborate with those who are aligned with us in vision and approach.

Recommended for you

  • India

    Inclusive Business

    With respect to sustainability, Covestro pursues a comprehensive approach that includes the entire product life cycle, taking into account social, environmental, and economic aspects.

  • India

    Solar Car by APSIT

    Covestro India supported the initiative to encourage young minds towards sustainable innovations.

  • India

    Covestro Involvement in Local Communities

    Browse this site to learn more about Covestro in India and our pursuit of making the world a brighter place

  • Nachhaltigkeit

    Kreislaufwirtschaft

    Herausforderungen im Klimawandel erfordern neue Lösungen. Entdecken Sie, wie Covestro sich vollständig auf die Kreislaufwirtschaft ausrichtet!

  • Nachhaltigkeit

    UN-Nachhaltigkeitsziele

    Erfahren Sie mehr über unsere aktuellen Beiträgen zu „Nachhaltigen Städten“ und anderen UN-Nachhaltigkeitszielen.

  • Kreislaufwirtschaft

    Erneuerbare Energien

    Kreislaufwirtschaft ist nur dann wirklich nachhaltig, wenn auch grüner Strom genutzt wird.

  • Nachhaltigkeit

    Sicherheit

    Auch Sicherheit ist ein Thema wenn es um Nachhaltigkeit geht. Sicherheit von Mitarbeitenden, Produkten, Anlagen und beim Transport.

Kontaktieren Sie uns!

Contact form image Zoe

Wie können wir Sie kontaktieren?

An welcher Art von Werkstoff sind Sie interessiert?

Um welche Art von Anfrage handelt es sich?

Wie können wir Sie kontaktieren?

* Pflichtfelder

Compare