Training programmes for stakeholders – including technicians, students, local bodies, and government departments – will cover cutting-edge subjects like AI/ML in renewable energy, circular economy, hydrogen energy, and blockchain.
Published Jul 22, 2025 | 8:57 PM ⚊ Updated Jul 22, 2025 | 8:57 PM
Green Hydrogen factory concept. Representational Image. (iStock)
Kerala’s Agency for Non-conventional Energy and Rural Technology (ANERT), an autonomous organisation to gather and disseminate useful knowledge in various fields of non-conventional energy, energy conservation, and others, is set to transform into a Knowledge Hub for Renewable Energy, following administrative approval of its latest plan schemes.
The proposals focus on strengthening research, innovation, training, and green hydrogen infrastructure.
As per the decision, ANERT will offer research fellowships and internships for fresh postgraduates in science and engineering to bridge the shortage of trained manpower in the renewable energy sector.
Selected candidates will receive a stipend of ₹15,000 per month for internships, while research fellowships will follow KSCSTE norms.
Training programmes for stakeholders – including technicians, students, local bodies, and government departments – will cover cutting-edge subjects like AI/ML in renewable energy, circular economy, hydrogen energy, and blockchain.
Faculty Development Programmes and high-end short-term training for academics and officials are also planned, in collaboration with global agencies such as GIZ Germany and SIDA.
In a major push towards clean fuels, ANERT’s Green Energy Hub project will feature pilot initiatives on green hydrogen production, storage, and refuelling.
A Centre of Excellence for Green Hydrogen is planned in partnership with premier institutions like IITs and CSIR labs.
Viability Gap Funding (VGF) will be offered to ensure cost-effective hydrogen generation from renewable energy sources.
The total funding requirement for the current year is ₹6.5 crore, including ₹5.66 crore in State share and ₹84 lakh for manpower and project overheads.
ANERT’s revamped initiatives mark a major stride towards Kerala’s green transition and skill development.
