About
The Concalve
India is moving fast towards its $5 trillion economy goal. The energy sector is playing a crucial role in this. The country is witnessing massive growth and transformation in Energy Sector riding high on decisive policies and digital revolution. Today, Power is among the most critical components of infrastructure, crucial for the economic growth and welfare of nation. The existence and development of adequate power infrastructure is essential for sustained growth of the Indian economy.
However, there are challenges of global geopolitical change, supply chain management, cybersecurity threats, adoption and implementing new age technologies, financing of projects, etc. The need of hour is to make energy management sustainable, more digital yet affordable.
In this context, APAC News Network is organizing ‘National Sustainable Energy Innovation Conclave’ in New Delhi in 21st March 2024. The energy event will work as a knowledge sharing platform to discuss important issues, challenges and opportunities related to sustainable energy management in India.
Our Partners
Organiser
Host Partner
Sustainability Partner
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Analytics & AI Partner
Cybersecurity Partner
Associate Partner
Supporting Partner
Chief Guest
Pankaj Agarwal, IAS
SecretaryMinistry of Power
Government of India
Speakers
Sanjeev Hans, IAS
Principal SecretaryState Energy Department
cum-CMD, BSPHCL
Government of Bihar
Rahul Dwivedi, IAS
Executive DirectorREC Ltd.
Harikesh Meena, IAS
Director ( Energy) &Managing Director (HPSEB)
Government of Himachal Pradesh
Arun Mahesh Babu, IAS
Managing DirectorUGVCL & GPCL
Government of Gujarat
Musharraf Faruqui, IAS
Chairman & MDSouthern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Ltd.
Ashok Kumar Rajput
Member(Power System)Central Electricity Authority
Government of India
Rajnath Ram
AdviserPower & Energy
NITI Aayog
Government of India
Suresh Chandra
(Sr. Director & Scientist G)STQC Directorate
Ministry of Electronics &
Information Technology
Government of India
Abhay Bakre
Director GeneralBureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)
Government of India
Sanil C. Namboodiripad
Managing DirectorONGC Tripura Power Company Ltd. (OTPC)
Government of Tripura
Bibhu Bhuyan
Managing DirectorAssam Power Generation Corporation Limited
Government of Assam
Sourajit Ghosh
Director (IT)Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd.
Government of UP
Nitin Chandurkar
Executive Director (IT)Maharashtra State Power Generation Company ltd.
Government of Maharashtra
Sunil Agrawal
Director ( Project)Bihar State Power Transmission Company Limited (BSPTCL)
Abhijit Das
AGM (IT & Smart Metering)Assam Power Distribution Company Ltd.
Deepak Soni
Dy. General Manager(T) ERP & ITDelhi Transco Ltd.
Kuldeep Singh
Alternate CISO &Dy. GM (IT Security)
NTPC Limited
Anwaya Bilas Sengupta
Chief Manager &Alternate CISO
Grid Controller of India Ltd.
Rohit Sharma
Head - Cyber SecurityAdani Power Limited &
Adani Energy Solutions Limited
Anish Garg
General ManagerState Load Despatch Center
Delhi
Anil Kumar Choudhary
Chief General Manager (Tech, Q&I, SDU)Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL)
Salil Shamshery
EDIT & SE
CISO
Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd.
Nikhil Mahadeshwar
FounderCyber Secured India
Mukesh Kumar
Sr. ManagerCSIRT-Power
Udai Singh
CEO & MDSchneider Electric Infrastructure Limited
MVR Kumar
Head – India Business GroupYash Technologies
Satyajit Dwivedi
Regional DirectorEMEAP, Energy Utilities, Mining & Metals
Public Sector, SAS
Naveen Sikka
Principal Industry Consultant – UtilitiesSAS India
Parag Sharma
Founder & CEOO2 Power
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Hiral Sharma
Principal Systems Engineer- Public SectorFortinet
Testimonials from PSU Leaders
Udai Singh, CEO & MD, Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited
“I was very impressed by hearing and listening to the industry leaders people from government who spoke about how India is going to be evolving in coming times.”
Sanil C. Namboodiripad, Managing Director, ONGC Tripura Power Company Ltd. (OTPC)
“It was a wonderful conclave. A lot of industry experts came in and really enjoyed participating here. A lot of insights were gained as well, where the industry is moving, where the future, is we could gather an idea about that.”
Musharraf Faruqui, IAS, Chairman & Managing Director, TSSPDCL
“The conclave has been pretty interactive. We have people from the government and also the industry, so the conclave gives us a nice perspective of what the various stakeholders involved in the energy sector are thinking and are planning for the next couple of years to go ahead.”
Rajnath Ram, Adviser (Power & Energy/ Rajasthan), NITI Aayog, Government of India
“It has been a wonderful experience and a concave like this is very important because we are now on the path of the growth trajectory to become a developed nation.”
Anil Kumar Choudhary, CGM (Tech, Q&I, Sustainable Development Unit), EESL
“The experience actually was very nice. The panels and the presentations are from diverse background with expertise, so it was very good to gain from each and every aspect of the session.”
Kuldeep Singh, Alternate CISO & Dy. GM (IT Security), NTPC Limited
“The experience actually was very nice. The panels and the presentations are from diverse background with expertise, so it was very good to gain from each and every aspect of the session.”
Arun Mahesh Babu, IAS, Managing Director, (UGVCL) & (GPCL) , Government of Gujarat
“It was a wonderful experience being here at the APAC Central Electricity Authority conference. It was needed because it talks about innovation and and sustainability, and both these things are the necessity of time and the necessity of the hour in the energy. And I personally believe this conference has brought a lot of people from the industry, a lot of people from the government, and the prime decision makers onto the same platform.”
Sourajit Ghosh, Director (IT), Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd.
“It has been a tremendous experience in this conclave. There were many eminent speakers in this session, and the total ecosystem of the power sector, how they have been running the system in the generation space, at the distribution space and the transmission space, and what are the technologies that are coming forward, and talk on the ecosystem and renewable energy has been discussed in this forum. The government has also been very active in this, the CEA is here with us, and also the CERT team, so we have interacted very nicely and we have learned a lot.”
L.K.S Rathore, Director (Cyber Security), Central Electricity Authority
“This program is organised by the Central Electricity Authority along with the APAC News Network, and this will definitely help our whole power sector. The theme is cybersecurity, and cybersecurity for the power sector is equally important as on the present power scenario, it poses big challenges for us.”
Andy Leo, EME AP Regional Industry Leader Energy and Utilities, SAS
“So far, the experience has been pretty good. As a first-time participant for the event, I find that the context that's been presented, that's been discussed, is very fruitful and very rich, and I'm quite impressed. And I think it's a definite return for us.”
Bibhu Bhuyan, Managing Director, Assam Power, Generation Corporation Limited
“It was a wonderful experience for us, especially for power sector professionals who are in this business. It is my second opportunity to attend an APAC New Network conducted meeting. In this program, the best part is we can get to know all those government officials, plus stakeholders, as well as industry. So, with them, the interaction, their thoughts, their presentation, all this enriches us. And the best part is the way APAC conducts it.”
Anwaya Bilas Sengupta, Chief Manager & Alternate CISO, Grid Controller of India Ltd
“It's obviously a great experience to participate in such a conference with such eminent speakers as a panel members. A lot of insights have been shared, a lot of new thoughts have evolved, and I definitely think that these types of sessions will definitely improve the overall ecosystem of sustainable energy and cybersecurity in the country.”
Ranjit Kumar, Chief Engineer, SBPDCL
“Today's session was quite informative, quite good, quite knowledgeable. The mission of the government, to achieve net zero by 2027, is what we have to achieve.”
Ashok Deshpande, Unit Delivery Manager, YASH Technologies
“This event is very useful for the PSU sector and power utility sector. We got so much information about cybersecurity, about the challenges faced by PSU companies with respect to IT, and how data integrity considering their landscapes and requirements.”
Key
Discussion
India's Energy Sector Transformation: A Journey Towards Sustainable Energy and Universal
Access- Securing India’s Power & Energy Future through Conducive Policies
and Sustainable Innovation
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Challenges and Opportunities for Power Transmission & Distribution Sector
- Leveraging Global Best Practices in Indian Scenario
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Smart Infrastructure for an Adaptive, Sustainable Power Grid
- EVs-
Cybersecurity in Power Sector
- Energy Efficiency in the Digital Age: Leveraging Technology for
Efficient Energy Management
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Smart Solutions for a Greener World: Leveraging Technology to Conserve Energy
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Changing the Game: Harnessing Technology to Drive Energy Efficiency Behaviors
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Empowering Consumers: How Technology Catalyzes Energy Efficiency Innovations
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Viability of Power Distribution in India: Reforms, Challenges and Way Forward
Key
Discussion
-
India's Energy Sector Transformation: A Journey Towards Sustainable Energy and Universal
Access
- Securing India’s Power & Energy Future through Conducive Policies
and Sustainable Innovation
-
Challenges and Opportunities for Power Transmission & Distribution Sector
- Leveraging Global Best Practices in Indian Scenario
-
Smart Infrastructure for an Adaptive, Sustainable Power Grid
- EVs-
Cybersecurity in Power Sector
- Energy Efficiency in the Digital Age: Leveraging Technology for
Efficient Energy Management
-
Smart Solutions for a Greener World: Leveraging Technology to Conserve Energy
-
Changing the Game: Harnessing Technology to Drive Energy Efficiency Behaviors
-
Empowering Consumers: How Technology Catalyzes Energy Efficiency Innovations
-
Viability of Power Distribution in India: Reforms, Challenges and Way Forward
Who Will
Attend
Power & Energy Sector Policymakers
Power PSU Leaders
Decision makers from Power Distribution, Generation and Transmission Companies
Global Energy Thought Leaders
Energy Tech Leaders
Researchers & Experts
Who Will
Attend ?
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Power & Energy Sector Policymakers
- Power PSU Leaders
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Decision makers from Power Distribution, Generation and Transmission Companies
- Global Energy Thought Leaders
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Energy Tech Leaders
- Researchers & Experts