Intra-University Competition Best out of Waste

The Centre of Excellence in Robotics and Automation, SCSE, organised an intra-university competition, “Best out of Waste: Innovative Solution for Sustainable Future,” on 15 September 2026 as part of Engineers’ Day, with 20 teams taking part. The day began with a lamp lighting by the Dean and faculty, followed by an introductory address and an interactive Q&A with students on sustainable solutions and innovative use of waste. After lunch, teams presented and demonstrated working projects made from waste, scrap and e-waste. They explained their concept, materials, working principle, applications and sustainability aspects to the judges. Projects were scored on innovation, creativity, sustainability, functionality and practical applicability. Winners were announced in the auditorium and awarded certificates.

• Students built working projects from waste, scrap and electronic waste, which linked engineering skills directly to sustainability.
• Each team defended its project in person to judges who scored it, so the format went beyond a display.
• 57% of feedback respondents rated the overall event 5/5, and 50% rated its learning value 5/5 (14 responses).