India's Energy Efficiency Summit 2025: Steering Towards a Low-Carbon Future

The Confederation of Indian Industry - Green Business Centre (CII - GBC) hosted India's largest conference on energy efficiency, the 24th Energy Efficiency Summit, from September 16-18, 2025. Held at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre, it carried the theme 'Accelerating the Transition to a Low-Carbon Economy through Energy Efficiency.' The summit attracted over 2,500 delegates, 100 speakers, and 100 exhibitors, showcasing the event's significant stature.

The summit served as a pivotal platform for leaders and policymakers to share strategies for accelerating India's path towards a net-zero future. Among the highlights were high-level sessions and interactive workshops that engaged industry sectors in meaningful dialogues about energy efficiency practices. Cristiano Pasini of UNIDO emphasized the transformational opportunity that India's industrial sector faces by leveraging clean energy and decarbonization to set global benchmarks.

India's growth prospects, despite economic challenges, were highlighted by Ravichandran Purushothaman of Danfoss Industries. He stressed that energy efficiency is not only a solution but also a critical force driving clean energy success. Initiatives like building retrofits are yielding rapid paybacks, showcasing the sector's potential. The summit also included technical presentations and workshops on innovative renewable technologies, as well as B2B meetings featuring startups from the India-Australia RISE Accelerator. Key agreements and awards recognized efforts in energy management and sustainability, further cementing the summit's role in advancing energy efficiency.

(With inputs from agencies.)