Communicators’ Workshop on Renewable Energy in Kanpur, India

Internews’ Earth Journalism Network (EJN) and the Just Transition Research Centre at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur invite communicators to join a workshop on renewable energy at IIT Kanpur from February 20-22, 2025. Communicators based anywhere in India are eligible; those from Bihar, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh are especially encouraged to apply. 

India has committed to meet 50% of its energy requirements through non-fossil fuel energy by installing 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. This calls for a clean energy transition that is equitable to all stakeholders.

To improve public awareness of this ambitious target, including progress toward achieving a just transition and the challenges ahead, EJN and the Just Transition Research Centre (JTRC) at IIT Kanpur are jointly organizing a three-day workshop for communicators. The JTRC seeks to enable evidence- driven and inclusive policymaking to facilitate the country’s transition to a low-carbon economy.

The workshop sessions are designed to strengthen the skills of communicators to explore relatively under-reported renewable energy issues in India. Selected communicators will have the opportunity to engage with researchers, thematic experts, policymakers and communities to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the situation. 

The workshop will be held in the IIT Kanpur campus from February 20-22, 2025.  

• Applications are open to communicators based in India from print, online, radio and television outlets. Preference will be given to applicants from Bihar, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh. 
• The organizers will cover the cost of travel, accommodation and meals of selected participants. 
• The workshop will include a field trip to a suitable location.
• We especially encourage women and early- and mid-career professionals to apply.   

Eligibility 

Applicants must: 

• Commit to attending all days of the workshop. 
• Have some experience reporting in one or more of the following areas:
  • Energy
  • Environment
  • Business
  • Science 
• Understand and be able to communicate in English. 
• Demonstrate an interest in renewable energy issues. 
• Permit republication by the organizers of any output as a result of participation in the workshop. 
   

How to apply

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• Staffers must provide a letter from their supervisor approving their attendance at the workshop.
• Applicants must submit two published samples or links to work that has appeared online. Work related to renewable energy issues is preferred.  
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Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.  

Banner image: Worked-out open cast coal mines can potentially be turned into fishery, boating and recreation centers, thus providing jobs to people moving out of the carbon economy. This is a photograph of the Bina coal mine in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, part of the Singrauli Coalbelt area / Credit: Just Transition Research Centre, Indian Institute of Technology - Kanpur.