CII's Energy Efficiency Summit 2025 Embraces Sustainability and Aims for Net Zero Targets
The 24th Energy Efficiency Summit, organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) together with the Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre (CII – GBC), Hyderabad, took place from September 16-18, 2025, attracting over 2,500+ delegates, 100+ eminent speakers, and 100+ exhibitors. The Summit, themed "Accelerating the Transition to a Low-Carbon Economy through Energy Efficiency," provided a platform for industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to share actionable strategies that will accelerate India's sustainable, net-zero future.
The event kicked off with the inauguration of a dedicated pavilion for low carbon technology solutions by Mr. Cristiano Pasini, Director and Representative of UNIDO Sub-Regional Office in India, and Mr. Ravichandran Purushothaman, Chairman of the Energy Efficiency Council & President of Danfoss Industries Pvt Ltd. The pavilion showcased the latest energy efficiency technologies, including a dedicated area for low-carbon innovations.
The 24 Energy Efficiency Summit was also the venue for the 26th CII National Award for Excellence in Energy Management, which recognised outstanding contributions from over 200 companies and individuals.
In addition to the main Summit, several parallel events were held, including the 21st Power Plant Summit 2025, focusing on innovations and strategies in the thermal power sector, and the 19th CII PaperTech 2025, which aimed to advance sustainability in the pulp and paper industry.
A workshop on renewable energy technologies was also held, featuring B2B meetings with 19 renewable energy startups from Australia. CII-Green Business Centre also signed an MoU with PTC India Ltd. to foster collaborative activities and partnerships.
During the Summit, several key speakers shared their insights. Mr. Ravichandran Purushothaman underscored India's unique growth opportunity, highlighting the success of initiatives like retrofitting buildings in achieving energy efficiency. Mr. Cristiano Pasini emphasized the potential of green hydrogen, renewable power, and energy storage as powerful levers for industrial transformation.
Mr. Tejpreet Singh Chopra, Founder & CEO of Bharat Light & Power Group (BLP), emphasized the critical role of energy efficiency in India's industrial growth, suggesting that digitization, finance, and partnerships are essential for accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy.
The Summit showcased engaging high-level sessions, technical presentations, and interactive workshops, driving meaningful dialogues on energy efficiency practices across 18+ industry sectors. The event provided valuable networking opportunities and strengthened industry collaborations toward a sustainable future.
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