The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) at Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU) School of Technology recently organized an enlightening seminar on January 8, 2025, addressing the topic “Machine Learning in EEE for Sustainability: Basics to Current Trends”. The event was a cornerstone initiative supporting the Vikshit Bharat @2047 Mission and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG-7), which advocates for affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.
The distinguished resource person, Prof. Tirumala Krishna Battula, from the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at University College of Engineering Kakinada, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada (JNTUK), Andhra Pradesh, captivated the audience with his expertise. Prof. Battula, who also serves as Director of the Industry Institute Interaction Placement and Training (IIIP & T) Cell at the institute, shared his deep insights into how machine learning (ML) can revolutionize energy systems and contribute to sustainability.
The session provided an overview of machine learning (ML) basics, workflows, and its applications in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) for sustainability. Key areas included supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning, highlighting their role in energy optimization, predictive maintenance, and efficiency improvements. The session emphasized tools like Python libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, Scikit-learn) and MATLAB toolboxes for ML implementation. Challenges such as data preprocessing and algorithm selection were discussed, along with trends like deep learning for sustainable energy solutions. The content aligned with SDG-7 goals, showcasing ML's potential to revolutionize energy systems for a sustainable future.
The program included an engaging interaction between Prof. Battula and the participants, focusing on practical implementation challenges, emerging trends and career opportunities in the intersection of machine learning and electrical engineering. Participants expressed enthusiasm for exploring advanced topics such as neural networks and their role in sustainable energy applications.
The event was attended by 30 students along with faculty and staff members from the EEE department. Participants appreciated the detailed insights into machine learning and its transformative potential in achieving sustainability goals. The interactive format encouraged active engagement and knowledge sharing.
The program concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks by the organizers to Prof. Battula. By addressing a crucial intersection of technology and sustainability, the event reaffirmed ADBU’s commitment to empowering young minds to contribute meaningfully to global missions like SDG-7 and India’s vision for 2047.
