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CBG is an Attractive and Scalable Business Opportunity in India: GPSR ARYA MD Deepak Agarwal

The CBG industry is likely to be worth USD 7.76 billion by 2030. It’s an attractive and scalable business opportunity in India, not just for clean energy, but for rural incomes, air quality, and the circular economy, said Deepak Agarwal, Managing Director, GPS Renewables ARYA, in an interview with Mrinmoy Dey, Associate Editor, Energetica India.

Balancing Biodiversity & RE is Key to Sustainable Future, Highlights WeNaturalists' Amit Banka

Our focus is on ensuring that every gadget or system we use aligns with nature-positive principles, said Amit Banka, Founder & CEO of WeNaturalists, in an exclusive interview with Abha Rustagi, Associate Editor, Energetica India.

REI Expo 2025 to Showcase India’s Clean Energy Leadership on the Global Stage

REI Expo and The Battery Show India will highlight the remarkable progress of the ‘Make in India’ initiative, said Julian Thomas, Portfolio Director, Informa Markets India, in an interview with Energetica India.

Tata Elxsi’s Siddineni Explains How IoT and AI are Transforming Battery Energy Storage Systems

Through the application of AI and ML models, Tata Elxsi is transforming battery energy storage management by enabling predictive and prescriptive maintenance, said Pandarinath Siddineni, Domain Head, Systems & Software, Tata Elxsi, in an interview with Abha Rustagi, Associate Editor, Energetica India.

L&T and Dassault Systemes Redefine EPC Project Management with Virtual Twin Technology

Epsilon is based on Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform. It creates a virtual twin of L&T Hydrocarbon’s operations, not just collecting data, but contextualising it across various EPC functions, said Azmathullah Mohammed, Senior Sales Director – Customer Solution Experience, Dassault Systèmes, India, in an interview with Energetica India.

Digitalisation is Key to Sustainable Energy, Explains ABB’s Anoop Anand

ABB supports grid stability through a portfolio of advanced power and automation technologies tailored for industry, infrastructure, and utilities, said Anoop Anand, President – Motion High Power, ABB India, in an interview with Energetica India.

Carbon Markets Can Transform Rural Clean Energy, Says Greenway Grameen's Ankit Mathur

At Greenway, we believe that a well-regulated domestic carbon market would be incredibly transformative, said Ankit Mathur, Co-founder and CEO, Greenway Grameen, in an interview with Abha Rustagi, Associate Editor, Energetica India.

She Matters: More Women in Decision-Making Roles Key to India’s Energy Transition

In our ‘She Matters’ series, we celebrate women who are breaking barriers in traditionally male-dominated industries. This edition features Manjula Girish, Business Head of the EV Charging and Photovoltaic Inverter Division at Delta Electronics India. She talks about why gender-inclusive policies need to move beyond mere talk, how mentorship and visibility can open doors for women leaders, and why having more women in decision-making roles is crucial for long-term energy security and sustainability.

John Cockerill to Expand Electrolyser and Green Steel Projects in India, Says Vivek Bhide

John Cockerill will help in establishing and expanding large-scale green steel downstream facilities in India, said Vivek Bhide, Regional President (India) and Group Transformation Officer, John Cockerill, in an interview with Abha Rustagi, Associate Editor, Energetica India.

She Matters: Women’s Participation Vital to Shaping India’s Clean Energy Future

In the fifth edition of our ‘She Matters’ series, we interviewed Dr. Mini Govindan, Senior Fellow, Social Transformation & CSR, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI). She noted that the energy sector continues to be largely male-dominated, particularly in technical and leadership positions. Dr. Govindan identified the lack of gender-sensitive training and recruitment practices as a major barrier to women’s advancement in the field. She also emphasised the importance of policies that prioritise gender-disaggregated data collection and incorporate gender audits into energy programmes.

Cummins India’s Jameson Mendonca on Innovations in Gensets, Green Fuel, and Emission Compliance

The shift to cleaner energy has driven the Indian genset industry into a transformative phase, said Jameson Mendonca, Power Generation Business Leader, Cummins India, in an interview with Abha Rustagi, Associate Editor, Energetica India.

Digital Innovation and Storage will Drive India’s Green Future: Serentica’s Shilpy Dewan

Serentica deploys advanced forecasting, AI-driven optimisation algorithms, and remote monitoring to ensure efficient, uninterrupted delivery of green power, said Shilpy Dewan, VP – Markets, Operations & Digital, Serentica Renewables, in an interview with Energetica India.

She Matters: Women Remain Severely Underrepresented in EV and Green Workforces

In the fourth edition of our ‘She Matters’ series, we speak with Er. Neha Sakka, Electrical Engineer, Leading TEVAOP Initiative, who highlights a ‘dangerous’ blind spot in energy policies and underscores the urgent need to mandate women’s inclusion in core technical leadership, while also addressing other barriers that prevent women from advancing in the sector.

India is Well-placed to Become a Global Leader in Energy Storage: EnerGrid CEO Satish Talmale

As the ecosystem deepens in both technological capability and commercial sophistication, India will be well-positioned to transition toward more nuanced frameworks – ranging from ancillary service-based contracts to innovative BESS as a Service, says Satish Talmale, CEO, EnerGrid, in an interview with Mrinmoy Dey, Associate Editor, Energetica India.

Alstom and NSRCEL on Empowering the Green Mobility Disruptors

Anand Sri Ganesh, CEO of NSRCEL, and Sapna Bhawnani, VP - Communications & CSR, APAC at Alstom, in a conversation with Abha Rustagi, Associate Editor at Energetica India, share insights on their collaborative efforts to drive sustainable mobility in India.

She Matters: Targeted Training and Mentorship Can Propel Women’s Careers in Energy

In the third edition of our ‘She Matters’ series, we speak with Vasudha Madhavan, Founder & CEO of Ostara Advisors, who sheds light on the structural barriers that continue to hold women back in the energy sector. She emphasises that targeted policies to address these barriers will not only close the gender gap but also accelerate India’s transition to a cleaner, more equitable energy future.

Draft Energy Conservation Rules, 2025: How Energy-Intensive Sectors Can Brace for Change

Last month, the Ministry of Power released the draft Energy Conservation (Compliance Enforcement) Rules, 2025, marking a significant shift from policy-setting to active enforcement under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001. For the first time, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) will have explicit powers to detect, verify, and assess violations, and represent cases before adjudicating officers under State Electricity Regulatory Commissions. In an exclusive interaction with Energetica India, Rishi Agrawal, Co-Founder and CEO of TeamLease RegTech, shared his detailed insights on the implications of the draft rules, their impact on energy-intensive sectors, and the compliance frameworks companies must adopt to stay ahead of stricter enforcement.

When the Lights Go Out: Securing Power Grids against Cyber Chaos

A resilient power grid depends on a strong, trust-based threat intelligence network among government and energy entities, said Himanshu Kumar Gupta, Sr. Director – Government Business and Channels, India & SAARC, Trend Micro, in an interview with Abha Rustagi, Associate Editor, Energetica India.

Digital Innovation Is Powering India’s Energy Future, Says TERI Chief Dr. Vibha Dhawan

India’s transition to renewable energy is both urgent and inevitable, but I have seen first-hand that the road is not without hurdles, said, Dr. Vibha Dhawan, Director General, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), in an interview with Energetica India Magazine.

She Matters: Gender Inclusivity Key to Building Resilience and Scaling Impact, Says Jharna Saha

In the second edition of our ‘She Matters’ series, Jharna Saha, Co-Founder & CMO of Enlog, highlights the policy blind spots, workplace bias, and structural barriers that limit women’s participation in the energy sector, while outlining practical ways to address them.
 
 
 
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