Opening Ceremony
"Driving Renewable Energy Potential, Celebrating South India's Legacy of Excellence"
Session 1
"India-USA Solar Collaboration: Advancing Renewable Energy Partnerships for a Sustainable Future"
"In an era where energy security and climate goals are increasingly tied to global political relations, the India-USA solar partnership offers a strategic model for leveraging clean energy as a tool for stability and sustainable development."
Discussion Points:
- Geopolitical Shifts and Energy Security
- Renewable Energy as a Diplomatic Tool
- Impact of Supply Chain Disruptions on Solar Development
- Technology Transfer and Knowledge Sharing in a Global Context
- The Role of Climate Action in Geopolitical Strategy
Moderator:
Ms. Nisha Menezes, Director ESG South and East, PwC India ESG Auto Sector Lead
Panelists:
Mr. Vinay Rustagi, Senior Director, Premier Energies
Mr. Sujoy Ghosh, Vice President & Country Managing Director India, First Solar
Mr. K. K. Maskara, CEO, Vikram Solar
Mr. Amol Kotwal, Vice President, Advisory – Energy & Environment Practice, Frost & Sullivan India
Mr. Rohit Gadre, Specialist - India Solar and Renewables Financing, BloombergNEF
Ms. Nisha Menezes,
Director ESG South and East,
PwC India ESG Auto Sector Lead
Mr. Vinay Rustagi,
Senior Director,
Premier Energies
Mr. Sujoy Ghosh,
Vice President & Country Managing Director India,
First Solar
Mr. K. K. Maskara,
CEO,
Vikram Solar
Mr. Amol Kotwal,
Vice President, Advisory – Energy & Environment Practice,
Frost & Sullivan India
Mr. Rohit Gadre,
Specialist - India Solar and Renewables Financing,
BloombergNEF
Session 2
"Advancing Green Manufacturing in Solar – The Path to Self-Reliance"
Under India’s visions of Viksit Bharat and Atmanirbhar Bharat, the country aims to build a self-reliant solar PV manufacturing ecosystem. However, heavy reliance on imported equipment (80% of critical components) and high electricity costs hinders competitiveness. With solar imports costing 7 billion in FY 2023 – 24 and projected to hit 30 billion annually by 2030, achieving self-reliance is crucial. While India excels in module assembly, it lacks domestic polysilicon and wafer production, relying heavily on China. Recent policies like the National Manufacturing Mission and R&D funding aims to address these gaps, but coordinated efforts are needed to boost domestic capabilities and global competitiveness.
Key Discussion points:
- How financing and risk-mitigation mechanisms can accelerate private investment in capital-intensive upstream segments (polysilicon, ingots, and wafers), considering India’s high electricity costs and technology constraints?
- How can India attract global solar manufacturers (e.g., Meyer Burger, Applied Materials) to establish local production lines and facilitate technology transfer for high-efficiency cells (TOPCon, HJT, Perovskite)?
- What policies and incentives can enable India to develop a secure supply chain for critical minerals (e.g., quartz, silver, rare-earth elements) and reduce dependency on China?
- How can industrial clusters and integrated manufacturing zones be structured to enhance economies of scale and support end-to-end domestic solar PV manufacturing?
- What collaborative skilling initiatives between industry, academia, and vocational institutions (e.g., IITs, Skill India) are needed to develop expertise in high-tech manufacturing processes like wafer slicing and polysilicon refinement?
Moderator:
Mr. Ajay Kumar Saxena, Senior Director, Electricity and Renewables, The Energy and Resources Institute
Panelists:
Ms. Mirunalini Chellappan, Director, SWELECT Energy Systems Ltd
Mr. Rahul Singh, Product Marketing Head, AVP, Luminous Power Technologies
Ms. UG Sujatha, Vice President, Invest India
Ms. Alyssa Pek, Strategy Director, Global Solar Council
Mr. Anil Patni, Director Corporate Affairs & Communication, Vikram Solar
Mr. Karthik Pillai, Manager- Façade Design and Engineering, AGC Asia Pacific Pte Ltd.
Mr. Kuldeep Sharma, Project Director – Indo German Energy Program, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Dr. Adersh Asok, Senior Scientist, National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST)
Mr. Ajay Kumar Saxena,
Senior Director,
Electricity and Renewables, The Energy and Resources Institute
Ms. Mirunalini Chellappan,
Director,
SWELECT Energy Systems Ltd
Mr. Rahul Singh,
Product Marketing Head, AVP,
Luminous Power Technologies
Ms. UG Sujatha,
Vice President,
Invest India
Ms. Alyssa Pek,
Strategy Director,
Global Solar Council
Mr. Anil Patni,
Director Corporate Affairs & Communication,
Vikram Solar
Mr. Karthik Pillai,
Manager- Façade Design and Engineering,
AGC Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
Mr. Kuldeep Sharma,
Project Director – Indo German Energy Program,
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Dr. Adersh Asok,
Senior Scientist,
National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST)
Session 3
"Unlocking of South India’s potential with Strong Industrial Base - A Business Paradise for Renewable Energy Solutions"
Tamil Nadu, with its abundant solar energy potential and a strong industrial base, is emerging as India’s solar manufacturing hub, driving the country’s renewable energy ambitions. The state's investor-friendly policies, skilled workforce, and established infrastructure make it a business paradise for renewable energy solutions, unlocking South India's vast potential for sustainable growth.
Discussion Points:
- Tamil Nadu: The Solar Powerhouse of India
- Unlocking South India’s Renewable Energy Potential
- Strong Industrial Base: A Launchpad for Renewable Manufacturing
- Favourable Government Policies and Incentives
- Opportunities for Industrial and Commercial Solar Adoption
Moderator:
Dr. Anuvrat Joshi, Chairman, H Nu Energy Private Limited
Panelists:
Mr. Noushad Sharafudeen, State Nodal Officer, PM Suryaghar scheme, KSEB (Kerala State Electricity Board)
Mr. Karan Singh, Chief Executive Officer - Asset Development, Evolve Energy Group
Mr. Rohit Dhar, CRO, EMMVEE Photovoltaic Power Private Limited
Mr. V.C. Raghunath, Director- Business Development, SWELECT Energy Systems Ltd
Dr. Anuvrat Joshi,
Chairman,
H Nu Energy Private Limited
Mr. Noushad Sharafudeen,
State Nodal Officer,
PM Suryaghar scheme, KSEB (Kerala State Electricity Board)
Mr. Karan Singh,
Chief Executive Officer - Asset Development,
Evolve Energy Group
Mr. Rohit Dhar,
CRO,
EMMVEE Photovoltaic Power Private Limited
Mr. V.C. Raghunath,
Director- Business Development,
SWELECT Energy Systems Ltd
Session 4
PPT session
"Tech Talk: Exploring Cutting-Edge Innovations and Solar Solutions for a Sustainable Future"
04.00 PM - 04:15 PM
Topic: Smart Technology in Hybrid Solar Systems
Speaker: Mr. Saswat Das, Director, Sunmeister Energy
04:15 PM - 04:30 PM
Topic: Powering the Future – How India Can Lead in Inverter Technology
Speaker: Mr. Sampath Kumar, Chief Executive Officer, Feston S.E.V
04.30 PM - 04:45 PM
Topic: "Revolutionizing Solar Solutions with enPossibilities"
Speaker: Mr. Manish Asija, Founder & Managing Director, enPossibilities Private Limited
Mr. Saswat Das,
Director,
Sunmeister Energy
Mr. Sampath Kumar,
Chief Executive Officer,
Feston S.E.V
Mr. Manish Asija,
Founder & Managing Director,
enPossibilities Private Limited
Networking evening 06:30 PM onwards
Session 1
“Best Practices for Asset Management to Maximize the Performance of Solar Power Plants”
This session will bring together industry experts to explore innovative asset management strategies that enhance the efficiency, reliability and profitability of solar power plants.
Session powered by Wattpower
Special Address:
Shri Narendra Nath Veluri, IFS,
CEO, Agency for New and Renewable Energy Research and Technology (ANERT)
Panelists :
Mr. Sandeep R, Co-Founder and Director, SunWorks Energy Private Limited
Mr. Daniel Gnanaselvam, Head of Engineering, TVS Electronics Ltd
Dr. Raguram Arjunan, President, Sustainability and Energy Practitioners Association
Mr. Binayak Basu, Head O&M, Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Ltd
Mr. Sandeep Vangapalli, Managing Director, ARCEDO Systems
Shri Narendra Nath Veluri,
IFS,
CEO, Agency for New and Renewable Energy Research and Technology (ANERT)
Mr. Sandeep R,
Co-Founder and Director,
SunWorks Energy Private Limited
Mr. Daniel Gnanaselvam,
Head of Engineering,
TVS Electronics Ltd
Dr. Raguram Arjunan,
President,
Sustainability and Energy Practitioners Association
Mr. Binayak Basu,
Head O&M,
Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Ltd
Mr. Sandeep Vangapalli,
Managing Director,
ARCEDO Systems
Session 2
"Maximizing Savings: Financial Benefits of Solar Installation for Residential and Industrial Use"
Solar energy is a sustainable and cost-effective solution for both residential and industrial consumers, by installing solar panels, users can significantly reduce their electricity bills, achieve energy independence, and contribute to environmental conservation. The financial benefits of solar installation include reduced energy costs, government incentives, tax benefits, and increased property value. Over time, the savings from solar energy can outweigh the initial investment, making it a smart financial decision for households and businesses alike.
Discussion points:
- Reduction in Electricity Bills
- Government Incentives and Subsidies
- Net Metering Benefits
- Low Maintenance Costs & Protection Against Rising Energy Costs
- Return on Investment (ROI)
- Energy Independence
Moderator:
Mr. Prateek Aggarwal, Programme Lead, CEEW
Panelists:
Mr. Terance Alex, CEO, Founder & CEO, Wattsun Energy India Pvt Ltd, Vice president, KREEPA
Mr. Manish Gupta, Chairman, Insolation Energy Ltd. (INA Solar)
Mr. Chetan Shah, Chairman & Managing Director, Solex Energy
Mr. Amit Barve, CEO, RAYZON SOLAR PVT. LTD
Mr. Prateek Aggarwal,
Programme Lead,
CEEW
Mr. Terance Alex,
CEO, Founder & CEO,
Wattsun Energy India Pvt Ltd, Vice president, KREEPA
Mr. Manish Gupta,
Chairman,
Insolation Energy Ltd. (INA Solar)
Mr. Chetan Shah,
Chairman & Managing Director,
Solex Energy
Mr. Amit Barve,
CEO,
RAYZON SOLAR PVT. LTD
Networking LUNCH
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Session 3
PPT session:
"Tech Talk: Exploring Cutting-Edge Innovations and Solar Solutions for a Sustainable Future"
02.00 PM - 02:15 PM
Topic: The Future of Solar Energy: Trends and Market Demand – Explore the latest advancements in solar technology and how market demand is shaping the industry’s future
Presenter: Mr. Mohammed Rinas C, CEO, Director, LAGNUVO Energy Pvt Ltd
02:15 PM - 02:30 PM
Topic: Latest offerings in Solar PV module Assembly by Mondragon Assembly for Indian markets.
Presenter: Mr. Manu Gaurang, CEO, Mondragon Assembly India
02:30 PM - 02:45 PM
Topic: Real Tech in Module Mounting Structures
Presenter: Mr. Pavan Kumar Challa, Director – Technical, Sunrack Technologies
02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
Topic: First Solar’s Thin Film Technology and Its Key Advantages
Presenter: Mr. Pavan Mathur, Manager, Technical Sales, First Solar Power India Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Mohammed Rinas C,
CEO, Director,
LAGNUVO Energy Pvt Ltd
Mr. Manu Gaurang,
CEO,
Mondragon Assembly India
Mr. Pavan Kumar Challa,
Director – Technical,
Sunrack Technologies
Mr. Pavan Mathur,
Manager,
Technical Sales, First Solar Power India Pvt. Ltd.
Session 4
"IPP, Policymakers, and the Path Forward: Addressing Challenges in Solar Farm Development"
Independent Power Producers (IPPs) play a critical role in the development of solar farms, which are essential for scaling up renewable energy capacity. However, the growth of solar farms faces several challenges, including land acquisition, grid integration, financing, and regulatory hurdles. Policymakers and IPPs must collaborate to address these challenges by creating favourable policies, streamlining approvals, and incentivizing investments. A coordinated approach can accelerate solar farm development, ensuring a sustainable energy transition and meeting global climate goals.
Discussion points:
- Grid Integration and Infrastructure
- Land Acquisition and Utilization
- Financing and Investment
- Regulatory and Permitting Challenges
- Technological Advancements
- Policy and Regulatory Frameworks
Moderator:
Mr. Sehul Bhatt, Director- Research, Crisil Intelligence
Panelists:
Mr. Manikkan Sangameswaran, Executive Director & CEO, Radiance Renewables
Dr. Arul Shanmugasundram, Executive Director (Operations), Ayana Renewable Power
Mr. Vinay Pabba, Chief Executive Officer, Vibrant Energy
Mr. Sehul Bhatt,
Director- Research,
Crisil Intelligence
Mr. Manikkan Sangameswaran,
Executive Director & CEO,
Radiance Renewables
Dr. Arul Shanmugasundram,
Executive Director (Operations),
Ayana Renewable Power
Mr. Vinay Pabba,
Chief Executive Officer,
Vibrant Energy
Session 5
"Powering the Future ……Rise of Energy Storage Solutions"
South India is emerging as a hub for renewable energy, driven by its abundant solar and wind resources. However, the intermittent nature of these energy sources necessitates robust energy storage solutions to ensure grid stability and reliability. The energy storage market in South India is rapidly growing, with industry leaders emphasizing the importance of advanced battery technologies, policy support, and innovative business models. Energy storage systems (ESS) are critical for integrating renewables, managing peak demand, and enabling a sustainable energy transition. Industry leaders view this growth as an opportunity to address energy challenges while creating new economic and technological opportunities.
Discussion Points:
- Role of Energy Storage in Renewable Integration
- Technological Advancements in Energy Storage
- Policy and Regulatory Support
- Grid Stability and Peak Load Management
- Economic Opportunities and Job Creation
- Challenges in Scaling Up Energy Storage
- Role of Industry Leaders in Driving Innovation
Moderator:
Dr. Ram Mohan, Director, Australia Energy Solution PTY LTD
Panelists:
Mr. Ibrahim Kadriinamdar, Regional Sales Manager - India & MENA, Solplanet
Mr. Vinod Shankar Ravi, Country Sales Manager-India, Enphase Energy
Mr. Shanmuganandam V, Founder & CEO, Touch Energy Technologies Pvt Ltd
Mr. Ankit Malhotra, Co-Founder, Neoclo Energy Pvt Ltd
Dr. Ram Mohan,
Director,
Australia Energy Solution PTY LTD
Mr. Ibrahim Kadriinamdar,
Regional Sales Manager - India & MENA,
Solplanet
Mr. Vinod Shankar Ravi,
Country Sales Manager-India,
Enphase Energy
Mr. Shanmuganandam V,
Founder & CEO,
Touch Energy Technologies Pvt Ltd
Mr. Ankit Malhotra,
Co-Founder,
Neoclo Energy Pvt Ltd
Session 1
Bioenergy and Bio-Hydrogen Revolution: Driving the Future with Technological Innovation and Sustainable Solutions
Description: This session will focus on the innovative technologies and strategies that are revolutionizing the bioenergy sector, with an emphasis on scaling up solutions for global impact. From biogas to biofuels and beyond, bioenergy is poised to be a key player in the decarbonization of various industries.
Key Points:
- Unveiling Breakthroughs in Biogas
- Biogas Purification Technologies: The Path to Bio-methane
- Optimizing Technology Adoption in Bioenergy
- Small-scale biogas systems
Panelists:
Dr. P. Shanmugam, Chief Scientist & Commonwealth Fellow Head, Environmental Sciences Department CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute
Mr. Gaurav Kedia, Chairman, Indian Biogas Association
Mr. Abhijit Sudhir Rajguru, Deputy General Manager - Business Development & Marketing (India & Bangladesh), Clarke Energy - Gas to Power & Renewable Natural Gas capabilities
Dr. P. Shanmugam,
Chief Scientist & Commonwealth Fellow Head,
Environmental Sciences Department CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute
Mr. Gaurav Kedia,
Chairman,
Indian Biogas Association
Mr. Abhijit Sudhir Rajguru,
Deputy General Manager- Business Development & Marketing (India & Bangladesh),
Clarke Energy - Gas to Power & Renewable Natural Gas capabilities
Session 2
Biogas Policies and Their Economic Impact
Description: his session will focus on the evolving landscape of biogas policies in India, examining the critical role of government regulations and incentives in fostering a sustainable biogas and biofertilizer industry. As India works toward its ambitious renewable energy and climate goals, biogas has emerged as a key player in the transition to cleaner, more resilient energy systems.
Industry experts and policymakers will discuss the latest developments in India's biogas policies, analyze their economic and environmental impact, and explore how regulatory frameworks are driving innovation and investment within the sector.
Key Points:
- Overview of Biogas Policies in India
- Incentives and Subsidies
- Investment landscape in Biogas Sector
- Regulatory Challenges and opportunities
Panelists:
Mr. M S R Kumar, Director, Greeneria
Ms. Meera Misra, COO, ECOFINITY
Mr. Srinivas Kasulla, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, Arka BRENStech Pvt. Ltd
Mr. M S R Kumar,
Director,
Greeneria
Ms. Meera Misra,
COO,
ECOFINITY
Mr. Srinivas Kasulla,
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER,
Arka BRENStech Pvt. Ltd
Deliverables to the delegates
- Access to the conference sessions
- Access to conference networking (network amongst peers at the Conference)
- Access to Networking Tea and Networking Lunch
- Access to the Expo Floor
- Access to the presentations / you tube links (the links will be up in 15 days from the Expo)
- Access to the Inauguration Ceremony