Registration and Networking
Welcome Message by Venkat Garimella, Chairperson, AEEE
Keynote Address by Shri Abhay Bakre, Director General, Bureau of Energy Efficiency
Networking Break
Session 1: Doubling Energy Efficiency Progress: Global Insights, Local Implications
Global efforts to double energy efficiency progress by 2030 gained significant momentum in 2023. The G20 leaders, in their New Delhi Declaration, took note of a 'Voluntary Action Plan on Doubling the Rate of Energy Efficiency Improvement by 2030.' They agreed to focus on a voluntary roadmap to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal 7.3 target. This session will delve into international cooperation around energy efficiency in light of these recent developments, and their implications on India in terms of driving the clean energy transition, job creation, reducing energy costs, attracting investments, and ensuring energy security. The session will also bring to the fore AEEE’s latest recommendations around operationalising some of the high-impact energy efficiency opportunities identified during India’s G20 Presidency. The session will incorporate the live audience’s opinion through polling on the way forward.
- Anish De Global Head of Energy & Natural Resources, KPMG
- Bishal Thapa Senior Director, CLASP India
- Dipa Singh Bagai Country Head, NRDC India
- Ritu Mathur Consultant, NITI Aayog
- Satish Kumar President and Executive Director, AEEE
- Saurabh Kumar Vice-President-India, GEAPP
- Venkat Garimella Vice-President, Strategy & Sustainability, Schneider Electric India
Session 2: Opportunity Meets Planning: Solutions for India
Amidst the global energy landscape marked by significant milestones like India's G20 presidency and COP28, a powerful momentum has emerged, recognising energy efficiency as the linchpin for progress. This session is not just a discussion; it is a call to action, bringing together influential voices to propel India's energy efficiency trajectory into an unprecedented realm. Against the backdrop of urgent climate imperatives, our expert speakers will scrutinise immediate and visionary strategies, delving into the intricacies of doubling India’s energy efficiency rate. They will dissect challenges and opportunities within crucial sectors, forging a path towards a future where energy efficiency is the driving force behind achieving the Paris targets.
- Abhas Jha Practice Manager, Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management, South Asia Region, World Bank
- Anil Jain Chairperson, Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB)
- Subhomoy Bhattacharjee Life Coach and Consulting Editor, Business Standard
Networking Lunch
Session 3: Money Matters: Policy and Market Reforms to Scale Up Energy Efficiency Financing in India
This session aims to thoroughly examine the crucial aspect of funding energy efficiency initiatives in India. It will address the substantial investment gap projected until 2030 and the annual investment target of $840 billion set by the G20 Strategic Action Plan. The discussion will primarily focus on strategies to bridge this funding gap, exploring key sources of capital, including the utilisation of private investment and blended finance mechanisms. The conversation will emphasise tackling barriers, such as the absence of scalable business models, and draw insights from successful strategies in the renewable energy sector, such as the use of green bonds. The impact of municipal incentives on energy-efficient buildings will be explored, with a specific focus on assessing their scalability. Furthermore, the session will delve into discussions regarding the feasibility of implementing the PACE model in India and designing Priority Sector Lending (PSL) to incentivise banks for financing energy efficiency projects. In addition to these topics, the session will consider the potential role of corporate reporting mechanisms, such as the BRSR core, in motivating large corporations to enhance energy efficiency throughout their supply chains.
- Bradford H. Dockser Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Green Generation
- Dhruba Purkayastha India Director, CPI
- Parag Sharma Founder and CEO, O2 Power
- Saurabh Suneja Director, National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF)
Networking Break
Session 4: Decarbonisation of the Built Environment: Who will Bell the Cat?
In the journey towards India's 2070 net-zero goal, the crucial buildings sector faces daunting challenges. The low demand for low-carbon structures and developers' reluctance, hindered by various barriers, underscore the need for a transformative approach. This session aims to unravel the complexities of decarbonising the built environment, spotlighting obstacles and fostering dialogue on innovative strategies. Breaking away from tradition, it also pioneers performance-linked services in building design and construction, diverging from the conventional project cost-centric model. Brace for a forward-looking exploration, where challenges will be dissected, and transformative solutions will be discussed.
- Anurag Bajpai Co-founder, GreenTree Global
- Manjunath M D Head - Life Cycle Solutions, Carrier HVAC
- Mili Majumdar Managing Director, Green Business Certification Institute Pvt Ltd (GBCI) and Senior Vice President, USGBC
- Philippe Coquelle Chief Development Officer, Tabreed
- Prasad Vaidya Director, Solar Decathlon India
- Pratima Washan Senior Expert - Low Carbon Buildings, AEEE
Session 5: Crossing the Death Valley: Journey of a Start-up
This session delves into the essential aspects of start-ups and early-stage companies' growth journeys. In the volatile business landscape, identifying appropriate business models, securing market access, and leveraging investments are crucial for survival. This session will bring out insights into product development, financing, partnerships, and regulatory navigation through real-world case studies. The objective is to foster informed decision-making, strategic planning, and a deeper understanding of the intricate journey from inception to expansion. Participants can anticipate gaining practical knowledge and building a network within the dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem.
- Monish Siripurapu Founder, Ant Studio, CoolAnt
- Nihar Shah Presidential Director, Global Cooling Efficiency Program, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
- Sanjeev Arora President and Lead Business Manager, Motion Business, ABB India Limited
- Siddharth Angrish CEO and Co-founder, Jiyyo Innovations
Plenary Address: Expanding the Boundaries: A Systems Approach to Decarbonisation
This session will showcase the transformative power of the systems approach to decarbonisation. This enlightening journey through real-world examples in multiple sectors, with a focused exploration based on the speaker's expertise, will unveil the secrets to success. This session will bring a holistic problem-solving paradigm to the fore, acknowledging trade-offs. It will uncover the levers driving systems thinking adoption and strategies for capacity building, which are critical to the future of energy efficiency and decarbonisation.
- Bhaskar Natarajan Senior Fellow, AEEE
- Padu S. Padmanabhan An enthusiast, advocate, writer, designer, and planner devoted to sustainable development and energy conservation
Session 6: ESCO: What’s the Secret Sauce?
The current ESCO market in India represents only a small fraction of the total energy efficiency investments. This session will focus on finding the secret sauce to tackle the growth challenges in India's ESCO market. Could a dedicated M&V platform based on internationally recognised protocols like the IPMVP automate the validation of performance of ESCO projects and bring speed, consistency, and transparency? Besides M&V, the session will focus on different approaches for creating demand including the non-energy benefits of energy efficiency to increase participation. The session will also touch upon tapping diverse sources of financing and de-risking solutions.
- Ayaz Kamil Global Head of Sales, Smart Mechanical Services at Smart Infrastructure, Siemens
- Gaurav Gupta Founder and Managing Director, Desire Energy Solutions
- Megha Kaladharan Counsel, Trilegal
- Satish Kumar President and Executive Director, AEEE
- Sookrit Malik CEO, Energeia
Networking Break
Session 7: People-centric Progress: Democratising Our Energy Future
This session will probe into India's pursuit of a greener energy future, emphasising democratisation and inclusivity. Our focus will be on embracing diverse perspectives, empowering communities, and prioritising energy efficiency. The Lifestyle for the Environment (LiFE) mission, championed by the Prime Minister, embodies India's commitment to decentralised decision-making and conscious consumption. The discussion will explore behavioural interventions, technological innovations, circularity, collaborative opportunities, community empowerment, and communication strategies. The goal is to foster a comprehensive understanding of how these elements can collectively shape a more democratic and sustainable energy future for the country.
- Parveen Dhamija Advisor, Skill Council for Green Jobs
- Sabyasachi Pattanaik Country Lead and Director, Regulatory Affairs and Market Development, Oracle Energy & Water
- Sanjay Sharma Director, Marketing & Strategy, Carrier India
- Srestha Banerjee Director, India Just Transition Centre (IJTC), iForest
Session 8A: Power Couple: Energy Efficiency and Demand Flexibility
The session has been planned as a panel discussion. It will discuss the importance of energy efficiency (EE) and demand flexibility (DF) in shaping India’s energy requirements. The discussion will hover around unveiling the potential of energy efficiency and DF individually and together in providing grid flexibility. Further, the session will cater to the value propositions that can be achieved with the integration of EE and DF, potential business models for DF, and the regulatory updates supporting the implementation of DF on a large scale. The session will make the audiences more aware of the recent developments in the area of EE and DF, motivate them to possibly implement EE measures in their industries/organizations, and provide new insights for business opportunities in this area.
- Abhishek Ranjan Partner, New Energies, EY-Parthenon
- Balawant Joshi Managing Director, Idam Infrastructure Advisory
- Nandan Mahale Director-strategy and transformation, Schneider Electric
- Rahul Tongia Senior Fellow, Centre for Social and Economic Progress (CSEP)
- Pramod Kumar Singh Senior Director – Research & Programmes, AEEE
- Shalu Agrawal Senior Programme Lead, Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW)
- Vishal Pandya Co-founder, REConnect Energy
Session 8B: Efficient Air-side in HVAC Sector: Impact on Energy Efficiency and Productivity
With CO2 emissions from buildings needing a drastic reduction of over 95% by 2050, ensuring over 85% compliance with zero carbon-ready building energy codes is imperative. The air-side load, constituting about 14% of the overall building energy load, highlights the critical need for efficient HVAC systems. This session will discuss cutting-edge industry practices for optimising the air-side, vital for reducing OPEX, meeting regulatory commitments, and enhancing productivity in future buildings.
- Anurag Goyal Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, IIT Delhi
- Bhaskar Natarajan Senior Fellow, AEEE
- Rahul Aeron Vice President - Sales, Desiccant Rotors International Pvt Ltd
- Saumya Meattle Director, Paharpur Business Centre
- Vanshaj Kaul Director, Eurovent India
Networking Lunch
Session 9: Risks at the Margin: Financing for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises
This session confronts the pressing challenges hindering Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in adopting energy efficiency (EE). Tackling issues like high energy costs and limited bankability due to informal practices, it introduces potent solutions like energy savings insurance, the Partial Risk Sharing Facility (PRSF), and the pivotal role of Energy Service Companies (ESCOs). The conversations will span regulatory reforms, technological interventions, and innovative financing models, such as cash flow-based lending and alternative credit assessment data. The anticipated outcomes include actionable insights to upscale energy efficiency financing through regulatory support, tech integration, and groundbreaking financial instruments, all centred on leveraging platforms like the New Energy Efficiency Financing (NEEF).
- Amit Mande Chief Revenue Officer, UGro Capital
- Namrata Mukherjee Deputy Chief of Party – (Trade & Investments), USAID SAREP
- Neha Kumar Head of South Asia Programmes, Climate Bonds Initiative
- Rajiv Kumar General Manager, Green Climate Finance Vertical, International Co-operation, SIDBI
- Shantanu Srivastava Research Lead, Sustainable Finance & Climate Risk, IEEFA
- Sishir Garemella Head of International Business Development, PV Evolution Labs
- Upendra Bhatt Co-founder and Managing Director, cKinetics
Side Session: Net Zero India: Building the momentum with Solar Decathlon India
Session 10: Cooling Conundrums: Navigating Challenges in Adopting Non-traditional Cooling Technologies
This session will explore the forefront of sustainable innovation in cooling through non-in-kind (NIK) technologies. It will investigate technological advancements, address adoption barriers, evaluate environmental impact, discuss regulatory frameworks, bring forth industry insights, and highlight the need to foster collaboration. The session aims to provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of NIK options, identify actionable strategies for accelerated adoption, inform policymakers, and lay the groundwork for collaborative efforts shaping a greener future in cooling solutions.
- Ravichandran Purushothaman President, Danfoss India
- Satish Kumar President and Executive Director, AEEE
- Sudheer Perla Managing Director, Tabreed Asia
Valedictory Address
- Jayanta Chaudhuri Director- Marketing, Alliances and Partnerships, AEEE