Que: Could you give a brief overview of Advait Energy Transition’s current portfolio and the key milestones achieved?

Ans: Advait Energy Transitions operates as an integrated energy solutions company with a strong foundation in Power Transmission Solutions, complemented by a rapidly expanding presence in new and renewable energy. Since its inception in 2009, the company has built deep expertise in delivering mission-critical infrastructure for power transmission and telecommunication networks across India and international markets, with execution spanning more than 45 countries and 450+ projects successfully delivered.

Within Power Transmission Solutions, Advait’s portfolio includes in-house manufacturing and global supply of Optical Ground Wire (OPGW), Aluminium Clad Steel (ACS) wires, stringing tools, insulators, and Emergency Restoration Systems (ERS), along with turnkey EPC capabilities across live-line OPGW installations, transmission and distribution line projects, reconductoring and HTLS upgrades, and substations. The company is widely recognised for pioneering zero-shutdown live-line execution, supported by proprietary tooling, trained crews, and a strong focus on safety and reliability.

Building on this engineering-led foundation, Advait has diversified into new and renewable energy through solar EPC, Battery Energy Storage Systems, green hydrogen EPC and equipment manufacturing, and climate and sustainability services. Across both verticals, the company’s strategy remains focused on scaling impact through execution excellence, strengthening indigenous manufacturing, and sustaining long-term growth through bankable and resilient energy solutions.

Que: Last year, Advait received an LOA from SECI for Product-Linked Incentive (PLI) for setting up 200 MW alkaline electrolyser manufacturing in India under the SIGHT Scheme Tranche-II. What led you to foray into the green hydrogen space?

Ans: Advait’s foray into green hydrogen is guided by a long-term strategic view of India’s energy transition, particularly the need to decarbonise hard-to-abate sectors while strengthening domestic manufacturing capabilities. Green hydrogen aligns closely with India’s national priorities on energy security, climate commitments, and industrial competitiveness, and represents a natural progression for Advait given its background in complex infrastructure execution, system integration, and grid-linked projects.

Over the years, the company has developed strong engineering, EPC, and manufacturing capabilities in power transmission and renewable energy. These capabilities translate well into the hydrogen value chain, where reliability, integration with renewable sources, and lifecycle performance are critical.

The Letter of Award received under the SIGHT Scheme Tranche-II reinforces Advait’s intent to participate in building indigenous electrolyser manufacturing capacity in line with the objectives of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, as outlined in our annual disclosures. With respect to the plant location, investment outlay, and commissioning timeline, these details are currently under evaluation as part of internal planning and statutory processes.

Que: In October 2025, Advait Greenergy signed an MoU with the Government of Gujarat to invest INR 1,400 crore across a diverse portfolio of green energy and infrastructure projects in Gujarat. Could you elaborate on the projects the company will be working on?

Ans: The MoU with the Government of Gujarat reflects our intent to participate in the state’s clean energy and grid modernisation ecosystem across multiple workstreams. These include renewable energy execution, energy storage solutions, and green hydrogen-linked infrastructure, supported by enabling transmission and grid assets.

As with any multi-year MoU, individual projects will progress through stages of feasibility, structuring, and approvals. Timelines and execution milestones will be communicated as each project moves closer to implementation, with an emphasis on execution readiness rather than headline announcements.

Que: How do you view the current state of gender diversity in the clean energy sectors? What steps can organisations take to create more equitable opportunities?

Ans: The clean energy sector is growing at an unprecedented pace, but representation across technical, project, and leadership roles has not yet kept pace with that growth. While there has been progress in recent years, gender diversity still presents a meaningful opportunity, particularly in operational and decision-making positions that shape long-term outcomes.

In my view, creating equity requires moving beyond intent to building systems that support continuity and growth. This starts with structured and inclusive hiring, but it must extend into mentorship, leadership development, and sponsorship that actively support women through different stages of their careers. Flexible work policies, safe and inclusive project-site environments, and clearly defined roles and performance frameworks also play a critical role in retention.

Most importantly, organisations need to design career pathways that allow women to sustain momentum over the long term. When diversity is embedded into culture, leadership behaviour, and everyday processes, it stops being a standalone initiative and becomes a natural part of how organisations grow and lead.

Que: Looking ahead, what emerging trends or technologies do you believe will reshape India’s renewable energy landscape over the next 5–10 years?

Ans: Over the next decade, India’s renewable energy journey will move beyond capacity addition to a more system-oriented phase, where reliability, flexibility, and integration become as important as generation itself. Grid modernisation will play a central role, supported by advanced forecasting, digital monitoring, and smarter asset management to handle increasing variability in renewable power.

Energy storage will emerge as a critical enabler, not just as a standalone asset but as part of integrated solutions that combine solar, wind, and storage to deliver stable, dispatchable power. Alongside this, hybrid project structures and round-the-clock power models are likely to gain greater traction as utilities and industries seek predictability and resilience.

Green hydrogen will also evolve from early-stage deployments toward industrial-scale applications as policy frameworks mature and offtake mechanisms become clearer. At the same time, domestic manufacturing and localisation across renewable technologies will shape long-term competitiveness by strengthening supply chains, improving execution efficiency, and supporting energy security. Together, these shifts will define the next phase of India’s renewable energy transformation.