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REI: energising the future of renewable energy exclusive interview, Joji George shares how REI has managed to empower the renewable energy sector.
What will be the major attractions for REI this time?
“REI provides a fantastic opportunity for industry stakeholders to exchange ideas and garner information about the current and futuristic changes and expectations in the [renewable] sector,” says Joji George, MD, UBM India
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he Renewable Energy India Expo, organised by UBM India, is the nucleus for the renewable energy industry in Asia. The annual event, which is going to take place from September 3-5 at the India Expo Centre, Greater Noida, is the platform to illustrate innovative technological solutions for any fundamental challenges the renewable sector faces. In an
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The 8th edition of Renewable Energy India (REI) will witness multiple business opportunities existing within the solar, wind, bioenergy, smart grids, geothermal and energy efficiency sectors. The event will host pavilions from countries like Japan, USA, Canada, Belgium and Italy. There would also be representation from companies based out of the Catalonian region — the Spanish hub for renewable energy. Another highlight would be the ‘start-up pavilion’, which encourages budding entrepreneurs with a restricted budget to build their business portfolio. The Planning Commission of India will also conduct a session with C STEP. Other highlights would be multiple conferences and sessions discussing the renewable energy sector in great details. There is significant participation from international bodies from Indo-Italian Chamber of Commerce, ACCIO (Govt. of Catalonia), European Business and Technology Centre, Piemonte: Agency for Investment, Export and Tourism. Several eminent speakers like Pashupathy Gopalan, President and MD - Asia Pacific, GCC and South Africa, Sun Edison Energy India Pvt. Ltd.; Craig O'Connor, Director of Business Development – Alternative Energy Group, Export-Import Bank, US; Stefan Muller, COO and Founder Member, Enerpac Energy Pvt. Ltd.; Ravi Khanna, CEO - Solar Business, Aditya Birla Group; and Ajay Goel, CEO, Tata Power Solar would add value to the exhibition.
How do you see the response from industry?
The industry response has been very positive. The 8th edition is expected to host more than 500 exhibitors, 12,000 trade visitors and 1,000 conference delegates from more than 35 countries. Attendees of the 3-day event will benefit from the multiple business opportunities. The event will bring together decision makers, influencers as well as technical experts and professionals from leading companies involved in the renewable energy generation, transmission and distribution across the globe. The key industry players participating in this event include Refex Energy, Borg Energy, Rolta Power, Tata Power Solar, Enerparc Energy, Proinso, Zeversolar, Dupont, DNV GL, C Sun, Bonfiglioli, Phocos, Waaree, Chemtrols Solar, Emmvee Solar, Juwi India, Mahindra EPC, RRB Energy, Inox Wind, LTi REEnergy, Kosol Hiramrut, Sova Power, Harsha Abakus Solar, ABB, SAPA Group, Schneider Electric India, Fronius, Canadian Solar, Delta Energy, Moser Baer, JA Solar, Vikram Solar, Premier Solar, Yingli Solar, GE India, and Centrotherm.
What kind of opportunities does a platform like REI offer to the Indian renewable energy sector?
The Indian renewable energy sector is emerging as an attractive option to provide light and power to areas too remote for grid electrification. Promotion of renewable energy sources is an integral component of the country’s strategy for sustainable development. REI provides a fantastic opportunity for industry stakeholders to exchange ideas and garner information about the current and futuristic changes and expectations in the sector. The exhibition provides a platform for business to expand their horizons
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and benefit from the vast presence of sector specific participants. It is a window to various innovations and product launches and an opportunity to absorb clarity on the Indian regulatory framework for mainstreaming and upscaling of renewable energy.
Are you going to conduct any other conference or seminar along with this event?
REI Expo 2014 will have a 3-day conference featuring insightful discussions, educational conference sessions and networking exchanges with power sector’s leading companies. It will also focus on new technologies and trends representing the future of the power and energy sector. The Planning Commission will release a comprehensive report on the renewable energy sector on the first day of the exhibition. The exhibition will also host a CEO Conclave which will focus on the policies and regulation in the renewable energy sector. Additionally, there are sessions organised on financing and implementation of renewable energy projects.
What is the number of trade visitors you are expecting?
As REI Expo is one of the largest shows on renewable energy, it is expected to attract more than 12,000 trade visitors and 1,000 conference delegates from more than 35 countries.
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