About the Workshop
The workshop aims to explore the concept of sustainability 
in the context of the ocean, as outlined by the United 
Nations’ sustainable development goals (SDGs 7, 9, 11, and 
14). Drawing from the UN Decade of Ocean Science for 
Sustainability 2021-2030 initiative, the goal is to foster 
updated knowledge and facilitate planning for sustainable 
ocean infrastructure. This involves promoting the 
cohabitation of life and development alongside technological 
advancements, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI).

Specifically, the workshop seeks to introduce and 
demonstrate AI's latest advancements and applications, 
focusing on design optimization and ocean energy systems. 
Participants, including undergraduate and postgraduate 
students, faculty members, engineers, and researchers, will 
have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of AI’s 
role in ocean energy and related engineering disciplines.

Led by experts from academic, industrial, and research 
backgrounds from both India and abroad the workshop will 
serve as an interactive platform for discussion and 
knowledge exchange. It aims to allow participants to engage 
with leading experts in the field and explore innovative 
solutions to pressing challenges. The workshop will be 
hosted at IIT Madras. The topics to be covered with AI and 
optimization:

Design optimization using AI algorithms for ocean 
engineering applications
CFD, FEM, and FSI-related topics related to Ocean 
Engineering.
Wave, tidal, wind, biomass, and floating solar energy 
systems.
Aquaculture, desalination, or other offshore infrastructure 
for the blue economy and sustainability.
Problems related to ports, harbors, and coastal 
constructions.
Other relevant topics related to marine energy, blue 
economy, and sustainable development.