Tata Power partners University of Warwick on energy research

Tata Power Company Limited has entered into a strategic partnership with the University of Warwick to collaborate on research and innovation in new energy systems. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on February 25, 2026, formalising cooperation across grid modernisation, energy storage, and industrial decarbonisation.

The collaboration will combine expertise from Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) and the School of Engineering with Tata Power’s industry capabilities. Key research areas include fast charging technologies, power storage solutions, digital energy systems, optimisation, and advanced manufacturing. The partnership will also cover executive education programmes, capability development initiatives, exchange opportunities, and technical workshops aligned with industry requirements.

Professor Stuart Croft, Vice Chancellor and President of the University of Warwick, said the institution aims to apply research to sustainability challenges. “Our partnership with Tata Power marries our academic excellence with leading industry expertise to help advance a more sustainable future for people, places, and our planet,” he said.

Dr Praveer Sinha, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director (MD) of Tata Power Company Limited, highlighted the agreement’s role in supporting the company’s decarbonisation strategy. “Tata Power is committed to transforming India’s energy landscape. Our vision is to empower a billion lives through sustainable, affordable, and innovative energy solutions,” he said. “Our agreement with the University of Warwick — an institution with a distinguished track record in electrification and sustainability — will further accelerate our ambitions.”

The partnership builds on existing links between the Tata Group and the University of Warwick, recognised in 2025 with the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Lord Bhattacharyya Award. The University stated that systems level research will guide the collaboration, with artificial intelligence enabled modelling and control techniques applied to improve grid stability, resilience, and efficiency.

The announcement noted that the collaboration follows the establishment of a free trade agreement (FTA) between the United Kingdom (UK) and India, which is expected to support deeper cooperation in research, education, and industry engagement.

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