The Consul General of the United States in Chennai, Chris Hodges, revealed plans for a strategic partnership between the US and IIT Madras Research Park during an interview with Businessline. The collaboration will focus on four major areas: solar, green hydrogen, electric vehicles, and green buildings. The initiative aims to create a platform that brings together experts and stakeholders from both countries to foster innovation and development in sustainable technologies. Hodges highlighted the presence of leading American companies like First Solar and Ohmium in Chennai, emphasizing their role as pioneers in their respective fields. The partnership, set to be officially announced soon, will establish working groups under each focus area to facilitate cooperation and progress. In addition to technological advancements, the US government expressed interest in supporting Chennai's environmental endeavors, particularly in cleaning up the Cooum river. This demonstrates a broader commitment to sustainability and collaboration between the US and Chennai in addressing environmental challenges and promoting a cleaner future.