IIT Bombay Signs MoU with EOGEPL to Collaborate for R&D

IIT Bombay and EOGEPL have partnered to lead joint efforts in research and development, concentrating on pioneering indigenous advancements in diverse cutting-edge CBM (Coal Bed Methane) technologies. Get complete details here 

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay and Essar Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Ltd (EOGEPL) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate, aiming to collectively lead research and development endeavors focused on indigenous advancements in diverse cutting-edge CBM (Coal Bed Methane) technologies.

The collaboration between EOGEPL and IIT Bombay will explore research and development, specifically focusing on potential Enhanced Coal Bed Methane (ECBM) recovery methods and CO2 sequestration. This joint effort seeks to untangle the intricacies of enhanced coal bed methane processes using innovative experimental and simulation methodologies.

As part of the MoU, EOGEPL would propose an initial list of thematic areas of research. The company will provide necessary funding and data support for the Project and grant access to wells for mutually agreed investigations and research experiments. EOGEPL is committed to jointly pursuing collaborative research training and programs with IIT Bombay.

The envisioned research includes advanced reservoir simulation studies using industry-standard software platforms. Additionally, it will explore the development of suitable methodologies for extracting gas from deeper coal seams. The focus extends to screening new enhanced recovery techniques to boost production from existing wells, primarily through CO2 enhanced CBM recovery studies.

While IIT Bombay will undertake project activities within the agreed thematic areas, offering technology development support, and delivering results to EOGEPL as per the project objectives and schedules. This involves engaging students and faculty with the required expertise and capacity, providing training to EOGEPL officials as mutually agreed upon, and leveraging basic infrastructural facilities to facilitate smooth research operations.

Commenting on the MoU signing, Mr. Pankaj Kalra, CEO, EOGEPL said, "This collaboration highlights Essar's strong dedication to innovation and knowledge sharing. We are enthusiastic about the opportunity to create pioneering solutions with far-reaching effects. It exemplifies Essar's firm commitment to technological advancement and its eagerness to work with ivy league educational institutions to further industry practices.”

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