More than 300 business executives, decision-makers, and other key players will meet to discuss all facets of renewable energy
Mercom India is all set to host the Mercom Renewables Summit, formerly known as the Mercom India Solar Summit, later this month. Mercom India is a credible source for thorough information and distinctive insights on India's renewable energy market. A significant renewable energy conference, which will delve into various aspects of renewable energy, will be held at the Hyatt Regency in New Delhi on April 26 and 27.
In addition to meeting the short-term targets, which include: increasing renewables capacity to 500 GW by 2030, meeting 50% of energy requirements from renewables, reducing cumulative emissions by one billion tonnes by 2030, and reducing emissions intensity of India's gross domestic product (GDP) by 45% by 2030, the country's vision is to achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2070.
The two-day summit will bring together more than 300 business executives, policymakers, and other important stakeholders to discuss, forge agreements on, and find solutions to crucial problems facing renewables. The summit has a history of serving as a venue where the sector gathers to formulate policy and close deals.
The first startup pitch competition for cleantech businesses will be launched by Mercom India during the summit, showcasing the most cutting-edge young enterprises in India's green energy sector. Young, creative businesses will have the chance to present their solutions to important stakeholders during the competition, who are becoming more and more interested in working with regional business owners.
The distinguished list of speakers include Lalit Bohra, Joint Secretary, MNRE (The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy), Ivan Saha, CEO, Vikram Solar, Puneet Gupta, Chief Technology Officer Adani Solar and others.
The top decision-makers in the sector, including those from renewable energy firms, implementation agencies, and the government, will talk about assessment of the renewable energy sector's aims, progress, and next actions in India; Solutions and policy drivers are needed to handle the market's current issues; a long-term risk reduction plan for the renewable energy sector and Increasing domestic solar production and tackling supply chain issues. The discussions will explore if the following technologies will see rising demand in the upcoming year: wind and solar, storing energy or green hydrogen.
What it will take for India to top the list of countries where investors may finance solar and sustainable energy; approaches to putting R&D first in the cleantech sector and detailed examination of homegrown startups and renewable technology.
A session on Green Hydrogen – The Critical Piece in the Decarbonization Puzzle, will discuss challenges that the market has to overcome for India to become a major hub of hydrogen. The panel will consist of Dipesh Pherwani, a scientist from MNRE, an RE expert, Chintan Shah, Shaji John, Head of Sales & BD, South Asia, Middle East & Africa, Ohmium and Kapil Maheshwari, ED and CEO, Welspun New Energy.
Mercom will provide its most recent research findings and insights as well as an in-depth analysis of the rapidly growing clean energy market in India.
Delegates will have a deeper grasp of what is required in terms of policy, major players, research, and other factors in order to make India's energy system net-zero emissions by the year 2050, as well as any potential environmental and financial repercussions.
The prestigious Mercom India Awards, which celebrate business accomplishments, original ventures, and cutting-edge technology developments, are one of the event's standout features. The awards honour and commend businesses that have significantly advanced renewable energy in India.
“Through powerful conversations, the Mercom India Renewables Summit 2023 will help chart the way forward to achieve India’s energy transition goals. Together with our partners, we will offer fresh perspectives on policies, critical market trends, and groundbreaking technologies shaping a greener future,” said Raj Prabhu, CEO and Co-founder of Mercom Capital Group.
The National Solar Energy Federation of India, the Solar Energy Corporation of India, the Skill Council for Green Jobs, the Association of Renewable Energy Agencies of States, an MNRE effort, and the India Energy Storage Association all support the Mercom India Renewables Summit. Outlook Group is a Media Partner for Mercom Renewables Summit, 2023