18 November 2019 – 23 November 2019

“Energiewende” presented Germany’s approach to transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy while also increasing energy efficiency for consumers. Science Gallery Bengaluru co-hosted this travelling exhibition in partnership with the Bengaluru Sustainability Forum and the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS). It took place at the Institute of Stem Cell Research (InStem) in the NCBS campus and was organised with the Indo-German Energy Forum (IGEF) and the German Consulate General, Bengaluru.

The Exhibition Programmes at a Glance

1. An opening panel discussion about India’s energy future with:

Anandi Iyer, Fraunhofer India
Amir Bazaz, Indian Institute for Human Settlements
Martin Rohlmann, German General Consulate
Palak Aggarwal, Batti Ghar Foundation
Tejal Kanitkar, National Institute of Advanced Studies

2. Daily tours for school and university visitors to answer questions about energy generation and production by Elios Sprung, IGEF

3. A quiz about renewable energy conducted by Berty Ashley, researcher

4. Announcing a collaborative effort to evaluate the rooftop solar potential across Bengaluru and make it accessible for every citizen.

Saptak Ghosh, Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy
Bangalore Electricity Supply Company

5. An improv session on renewable energy by StageFright, the NCBS improv group

6. Concluding remarks by:

Margit Hellwig-Boette, Consul General, Germany
Satyajit Mayor, Director, NCBS

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