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The Department of Applied Chemistry, Energy and Environment (ACE&E) has been formed at DIAT Pune by combining the oldest department at DIAT, i.e., Department of Applied Chemistry with the emerging School of Energy and Environmental Systems to address modern technological challenges of the Nation in the fields of clean energy, sustainability, and environment. By integrating interdisciplinary applied research combined with innovative teaching, and real-world applications to defence and allied sectors, the Department aims to produce skilled professionals and state-of-the-art solutions to current and future global challenges. The primary research inclination of the Department aims to address the problems in hydrogen energy-safety and storage, nanotechnology and its application, separation of valuable metals, chemical synthesis of advanced materials, renewable energy, bio-energy, hazardous material management, standalone and hybrid energy systems and sustainability.

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Our academic programs are designed to provide students with a sound foundation in applied chemistry and renewable energy, at the same time training them in applications to new and emerging technologies such as nanoscience, modern energy systems, and industrial chemistry. The department actively promotes collaboration with industry, government agencies, and international institutions to foster impactful research and community engagement both at fundamental and application level.

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The department also hosts state-of-the-art laboratories with high-end research equipment to cater a strong focus on problem-solving, product and process development. The Department of Applied Chemistry, Energy and Environment aspires to become a leading Centre in hydrogen energy, industrial and defence chemistry, renewables, and alternate fuels.

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Vision

To be a Centre of Excellence in Chemical Sciences catering to Energy and Sustainability

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Mission

1. To provide high-quality education and training in fundamental and applied frontiers of chemical sciences and energy

2. To conduct cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research to address global and defence challenges

3. To cultivate a collaborative learning ecosystem that bridges the gap between academia and industry for creation of skilled human resource