MERCOM INDIA RENEWABLES SUMMIT 2025, NEW DELHI
July 24, Day 1

09:30 am - 10:30 am

REGISTRATION

    Duration: 60 mins

    10:30 am - 10:40 am

    WELCOME NOTE

      Duration: 10 mins

      10:40 am - 11:00 am

      OPENING ADDRESS

        Duration: 20 mins

        11:00 am - 11:30 am

        MERCOM PRESENTATION

          Duration: 30 mins

          11:30 am - 11:45 am

          BREAK

            Duration: 15 mins

            11:45 am - 12:45 pm

            From Ambition to Action: India’s Clean Energy Roadmap and Strategies for 2030 and Beyond

            As India works toward its ambitious clean energy goals, this session will assess the nation’s progress in deploying 500 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030. Panelists will discuss policy frameworks, investment needs, and technological advancements necessary to bridge the gap between current capacity and future targets, ultimately leading to net zero by 2070.

              Duration: 60 mins

              12:45 pm - 01:45 pm

              Domestic Cell and Module Production: Meeting Demand, Competing on Quality and Price

              As India ramps up its renewable energy installations, the domestic manufacturing sector is rapidly evolving to meet demand. Industry leaders will assess whether current investment trends align with expectations and discuss the future of supply chain development, capacity expansion, and global competitiveness. The session will also explore the role of state-level incentives in strengthening India's position as a manufacturing hub for renewable energy components.

                01:45 pm - 02:30 pm

                Networking Lunch

                  Duration: 45 mins

                  02:30 pm - 03:30 pm

                  Hybrid Power: Strengthening Grid Stability and Scaling Renewable Integration

                  With the rising share of renewables, challenges related to grid stability and power evacuation are intensifying. Hybrid power projects—integrating solar, wind, and storage—offer flexible, demand-driven solutions, including peak power and round-the-clock supply. In this session, experts will discuss how hybrid power generation is enhancing grid reliability, optimizing transmission infrastructure, and making renewable energy a firm and cost-effective alternative to fossil fuels.

                    Duration: 60 mins

                    03:35 pm - 04:35 pm

                    Technology Innovations Driving Efficiency, Profitability, and Competitiveness in Renewables

                    Technology is the driving force behind efficiency, durability, and profitability in the renewable energy sector. This session will explore cutting-edge innovations, emerging sector trends, and the increasing role of AI and IoT in optimizing energy generation and usage. Industry experts will discuss how these advancements are setting new benchmarks for performance, cost savings, and sustainability.

                      Duration: 60 mins

                      04:35 pm - 05:05 pm

                      Networking Break

                        Duration: 30 mins

                        05:05 pm - 06:05 pm

                        Energy Storage and Green Hydrogen: The Missing Links in India’s Renewable Energy Transition

                        To ensure grid reliability and efficient renewable energy integration, energy storage must play a pivotal role in India's clean energy roadmap. This session will explore emerging technologies, infrastructure requirements, and policy interventions needed to scale storage solutions and decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors with Green Hydrogen. Panelists will also discuss how India can build a competitive energy storage and green hydrogen ecosystem to meet its net-zero ambitions.

                          Duration: 60 mins

                          06:05 pm - 06:45 pm

                          Mercom India Awards 2025

                            Duration: 40 mins

                            07:00 pm - 09:00 pm

                            Cocktail Dinner for Sponsors & Awards Winners

                              Duration: 120 mins

                              MERCOM INDIA RENEWABLES SUMMIT 2025, NEW DELHI
                              July 25, Day 2

                              10:30 am - 12:30 pm

                              Start-Up Pitch Session

                                Duration: 120 mins

                                12:30 pm - 01:30 pm

                                Strengthening India’s Renewable Ecosystem: Manufacturing Key Components Locally

                                While India's renewable energy manufacturing has primarily focused on solar modules, the sector now faces a growing need for diverse components, including inverters, storage solutions, and balance-of-system equipment. This session will highlight the investment landscape, policy support, and technological innovations necessary to expand local component manufacturing capabilities and reduce reliance on imports. Experts will discuss the road ahead for India’s supply chain growth and competitiveness in the global market.

                                  Duration: 60 mins

                                  01:30 pm - 02:15 pm

                                  Networking Lunch

                                    Duration: 45 mins

                                    02:15 pm - 03:15 pm

                                    How Industries and Commercial (C&I) Units Are Pursuing Green Growth

                                    Despite regulatory challenges, industries and commercial units are increasingly seeking cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions. Renewable energy developers are helping businesses understand the financial and operational advantages of going green, from long-term savings to energy independence. This session will discuss how businesses are overcoming regulatory barriers, optimizing investment strategies, and aligning their energy transition with sustainability commitments.

                                      Duration: 60 mins

                                      03:20 pm - 04:20 pm

                                      Scaling Renewable Projects: Overcoming Challenges for Timely Execution

                                      The urgency to deploy renewable energy projects is greater than ever, yet infrastructure limitations, policy roadblocks, and market volatility slow progress. This session will highlight the best practices and innovations to navigate supply chain constraints, fast-track regulatory approvals, and improve project execution strategies to meet clean energy targets.

                                        Duration: 60 mins

                                        04:20 pm - 04:45 pm

                                        Networking Break

                                          Duration: 25 mins

                                          04:45 pm - 05:45 pm

                                          Raising Capital for Renewable Energy Expansion

                                          In a rapidly evolving energy landscape, IPOs have emerged as a key financing avenue for renewable energy companies, alongside traditional bank loans, venture capital, and green bonds. With a wave of companies successfully tapping public markets, this session will examine the factors driving IPO success, investment trends, and how businesses can secure capital for scaling operations.

                                            Duration: 60 mins