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Energy Policy | Om Kothari Institute, Kota

Energy Policy

Introduction

Om Kothari Institute, Kota, is committed to promoting sustainable energy management and conservation practices to minimize environmental impact and optimize energy usage. The institute has established a solar plant to generate renewable electricity, reducing its reliance on conventional energy sources. Additionally, the institute will replace old lights with energy-efficient LED lights as they become non-functional.

Objectives

Promote renewable energy sources like solar power.
Optimize energy consumption across the campus.
Reduce reliance on non-renewable energy.
Encourage the use of energy-efficient appliances and LED lighting.
Increase awareness about energy conservation among students, faculty, and staff.
Ensure compliance with national and institutional sustainability standards.

Renewable Energy Initiatives

Solar Power Generation: The institute has established a solar plant to generate clean, renewable electricity, reducing its carbon footprint.
LED Light Replacement: Old lights will be systematically replaced with energy-efficient LED lights upon malfunction to minimize energy consumption.

Energy Conservation Measures

Regular Energy Audits to monitor and optimize energy use.
Prioritize energy-efficient appliances and equipment across all operations.
Design and maintain buildings to maximize natural daylight.
Enforce strict power management policies to shut down unused equipment.

Awareness and Training

Organize workshops and seminars on energy conservation practices.
Encourage student participation in energy-saving initiatives.
Provide training to faculty and staff on energy management.

Green Campus Initiative

Conduct afforestation and regular tree plantation drives.
Implement rainwater harvesting and water recycling systems.

Monitoring and Compliance

Conduct annual energy audits to ensure compliance with the energy policy.
Implement corrective measures to address any inefficiencies.
Align with national and global sustainability objectives.

Gender Sensitization Policy

Introduction

Om Kothari Institute, Kota is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and gender-sensitive environment for all students and staff. We strongly advocate gender equality and ensure zero tolerance towards discrimination, harassment, and violence. The institution adheres to the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013, and UGC guidelines. Through this policy, we aim to create awareness, eliminate gender-based discrimination, and build a culture that respects all individuals irrespective of gender identity.

Objectives

Promote gender equality, inclusivity, and mutual respect among students and staff.
Address and prevent gender-based discrimination, harassment, and stereotyping.
Foster research, discussions, and awareness on gender-related issues.
Create a safe and inclusive campus environment where every individual feels valued and respected.

Preventive Measures

Conduct gender sensitization and POSH training for students and staff.
Organize workshops, interactive sessions, panel discussions, and storytelling on gender issues.
Display posters, banners, and digital content promoting gender equality.
Encourage NSS and student volunteers to run gender awareness campaigns.
Ensure proper lighting and CCTV surveillance for campus safety.
Implement gender-friendly grievance redressal mechanisms.
Provide accessible sanitary hygiene facilities, including sanitary napkin availability.

Anti-Harassment & Grievance Redressal Mechanism

Strict enforcement of a zero-tolerance policy towards gender-based discrimination and harassment.
Women Anti-Harassment Cell established as per UGC and legal guidelines.
Multiple reporting channels including helplines, anonymous complaint boxes, and direct reporting options.

Disciplinary Actions

Valid complaints will result in strict actions: written warning, suspension, debarment, expulsion, or legal proceedings as per the Sexual Harassment Act, 2013.

Om Kothari Institute is dedicated to fostering an environment that upholds dignity, equality, and security. We encourage every member of the institute to actively contribute to building a culture of gender sensitivity and respect.

Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Policy

Introduction

Om Kothari Institution is committed to fostering innovation, research, and academic excellence. This IPR Policy provides a framework for recognizing, protecting, and managing intellectual property generated within the institution.

Objectives

Encourage research, innovation, and creativity.
Protect intellectual property rights and ensure fair recognition.
Establish guidelines for ownership and commercialization.
Provide a structured approach to IP registration and protection.
Ensure compliance with IPR laws and policies.
Facilitate IP licensing and technology transfer.

Scope

This policy applies to all individuals engaged in research and innovation at the institute, whether working independently or in collaboration with others.

Ownership of Intellectual Property

Faculty and Staff: Joint ownership with the institution if resources are used. Full ownership if developed independently.

Students: Own IP unless institutional resources are used. Disputes resolved by the IPR Committee.

Collaborative Research: Governed by collaboration agreements and MoUs with third parties.

Types of Intellectual Property Covered

Patents
Copyrights
Trademarks
Industrial Designs
Trade Secrets
Integrated Circuits and Plant Varieties

Disclosure and Registration Process

Disclosure to IPR Cell using a prescribed form.
Evaluation for novelty and patentability.
Institution may assist in filing protection.
Cost shared between institution and creator.
Maintain confidentiality before protection.

Commercialization and Benefit Sharing

Support for licensing and commercialization.
Revenue sharing: 70% to inventor, 30% to institution.
Alternative models allowed with IPR Committee approval.
Third-party agreement terms apply for externally funded projects.

Ethical Considerations and Compliance

Compliance with IPR laws mandatory.
Plagiarism or misrepresentation will result in disciplinary action.
Proper citation and fair use practices to be followed.
Misconduct investigated by the IPR Committee.

Dispute Resolution

Initial resolution by IPR Committee.
Escalation to Director or legal arbitrator if unresolved.
Legal recourse only after institutional processes.

IPR Cell and Implementation

IPR Cell to oversee all IP matters.
Provide guidance and support to stakeholders.
Conduct regular training and awareness programs.

Amendments and Review

Policy reviewed periodically for updates.
Amendments approved by governing body.
Stakeholders may submit suggestions to IPR Cell.

Introduction

The Research and Innovation Policy provides a framework for developing a competitive, ethical, and socially responsible research culture at Om Kothari Institute. The institution supports research to improve education quality through discovery and dissemination of knowledge aligned with its vision and mission.

Objectives

Strengthen research, consultancy, and partnerships.
Enhance national and international research collaborations.
Foster university-industry-society partnerships.
Generate revenue through patents and consultancy.
Provide incentives for quality research output.
Ensure ethics and compliance in research.

Scope

Research output and scholarly activities.
Collaborations and partnerships.
Knowledge dissemination and consultation.

Policy Statement

The Institute is committed to developing a strong research culture among faculty and students while maintaining high academic standards.

The Need to Conduct Research

All faculty must conduct and publish/patent research.
Researchers must apply for research funding.
Research contributes to faculty career growth.

The Research Section

Facilitate proposal submissions and grant management.
Ensure ethical compliance.
Promote collaborations through MoUs.
Support high-quality, competitive research.

Research Findings & Performance Indicators

Publications in peer-reviewed journals.
IPR and patents filed.
Grants and funding secured.
Research scholar supervision.
Consultancy outcomes.

Monitoring Research Progress

Regular reviews and transparent evaluations.
Research integrated with teaching methods.

Research Ethics

Review by Research Ethics Committee for sensitive studies.
Maintain honesty, fairness, and IP protection.
Respect ethical standards and collegiality.

Plagiarism

Strict policy against plagiarism.
Access to TURNITIN/URKUND for detection.
Workshops on IPR and plagiarism.
Follows UGC guidelines (23.08.2018).
Thesis submissions must meet plagiarism norms.

Intellectual Property and Sharing of Benefits

IPR Cell conducts awareness and support programs.
IP governed by Rajasthan State IPR Policy 2019.
Focus on interdisciplinary collaborations.
Investment in research infrastructure.

Consultancy Services

Encourages consultancy with external entities.
Limited to 2 days per week, 40 days annually.
Prior approval from Head required.
Remuneration: 70% to faculty, 30% to Institute Fund.

Water Policy

Introduction

Access to clean and safe water is a fundamental necessity... environmental sustainability.

Scope

Drinking water and sanitation facilities
Gardening, landscaping, and irrigation
Canteen and laboratory water usage
Rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge systems

Objectives

Reducing water wastage through efficient use and conservation measures
Ensuring continuous supply and quality maintenance of drinking water
Implementing rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge systems
Encouraging awareness and education on responsible water usage
Monitoring and managing wastewater disposal and recycling processes

Water Conservation and Management Strategies

Reuse of treated water for gardening and cleaning
Regular maintenance of water pipelines to prevent leaks
Installation of drip irrigation systems and sprinklers
Implementation of rainwater harvesting systems
Maintenance of groundwater recharge pits
Use of harvested rainwater for irrigation and non-drinking purposes
Operation of centralized RO plant for safe drinking water
Periodic water quality tests to meet IS:10500:2012 standards
Sanitation of water storage tanks and pipelines

Awareness, Education, and Waste Management

Awareness programs and educational initiatives
Workshops, s ugh awards and grants.
Faculty Incentive Scheme and certificates provided.
Seed money via MSR Fund to support research.
Active Innovation Council and Incubation Centre.

Research and Innovation Policy

Introduction

Objectives

Strengthen research, consultancy, and partnerships.
Enhance national and international research collaborations.
Foster university-industry-society partnerships.
Generate revenue through patents and consultancy.
Provide incentives for quality research output.
Ensure ethics and compliance in research.

Scope

Research output and scholarly activities.
Collaborations and partnerships.
Knowledge dissemination and consultation.

Policy Statement

The Institute is committed to developing a strong research culture among faculty and students while maintaining high academic standards.

The Need to Conduct Research

All faculty must conduct and publish/patent research.
Researchers must apply for research funding.
Research contributes to faculty career growth.

The Research Section

Facilitate proposal submissions and grant management.
Ensure ethical compliance.
Promote collaborations through MoUs.
Support high-quality, competitive research.

Research Findings & Performance Indicators

Publications in peer-reviewed journals.
IPR and patents filed.
Grants and funding secured.
Research scholar supervision.
Consultancy outcomes.

Monitoring Research Progress

Regular reviews and transparent evaluations.
Research integrated with teaching methods.

Research Ethics

Review by Research Ethics Committee for sensitive studies.
Maintain honesty, fairness, and IP protection.
Respect ethical standards and collegiality.

Plagiarism

Strict policy against plagiarism.
Access to TURNITIN/URKUND for detection.
Workshops on IPR and plagiarism.
Follows UGC guidelines (23.08.2018).
Thesis submissions must meet plagiarism norms.

Intellectual Property and Sharing of Benefits

IPR Cell conducts awareness and support programs.
IP governed by Rajasthan State IPR Policy 2019.
Focus on interdisciplinary collaborations.
Investment in research infrastructure.

Consultancy Services

Encourages consultancy with external entities.
Limited to 2 days per week, 40 days annually.
Prior approval from Head required.
Remuneration: 70% to faculty, 30% to Institute Fund.

Promotion of Research

Faculty recognized through awards and grants.
Faculty Incentive Scheme and certificates provided.
Seed money via MSR Fund to support research.
Active Innovation Council and Incubation Centre.