India Energy Week 2025 – ‘Panchamrit’: India’s 5-Point Pledge Towards Climate Change

India Energy Week (IEW) 2025 has officially commenced at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi, from February 11th to 14th, 2025. As one of the most anticipated global energy events, it brings together industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and professionals to shape the future of energy.

With over 700 global exhibitors and 70,000+ attendees, the event serves as a platform for high-level discussions, strategic networking, and knowledge sharing, aimed at fostering collaborations across the energy sector.

Key Discussions at India Energy Week 2025

The conference features thought-provoking sessions led by global energy leaders, policymakers, and experts. Some of the key themes include:

• Energy Security: Ensuring stable, affordable, and accessible energy for all.
• Sustainability: Transitioning to a low-carbon future through renewable energy and clean technologies.
• Emerging Technologies: Innovations in hydrogen, biofuels, carbon capture, and digital transformation.
• Global Energy Transition: Addressing the challenges and opportunities in shifting to cleaner energy sources.

India’s Growing Energy Demand and Its Global Impact

As the 3rd largest energy consumer in the world, India’s energy landscape is crucial in shaping global energy trends. With a rapidly growing economy and expanding population, India is projected to witness the highest increase in energy demand globally.

Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has laid out ambitious plans to achieve a greener and more sustainable energy future. These plans focus on balancing economic growth while addressing the challenges of climate change.

Massive Investments in India’s Energy Sector

India is making unprecedented investments across the entire energy supply chain to achieve its energy security and sustainability goals. Some key investment areas include:

• Green Hydrogen: $2.3 billion investment by 2030 to boost production, usage, and exports.
• Natural Gas & LNG: $67 billion for new gas infrastructure, including pipelines, LNG terminals, storage, CBG plants, and city gas distribution.
• Renewable Energy: $25 billion allocated for renewable energy projects in 2023 alone.
• Refining & Petrochemicals: $30 billion to be invested by 2030 in refining and petrochemical expansions.
• Exploration & Production: $100 billion investment by 2030 to enhance India’s domestic energy output.
• Ethanol Blending Plants: $4 billion for setting up 1G/2G dedicated ethanol plants by 2024-25.

‘Panchamrit’: India’s Five-Point Pledge Towards Climate Change

At COP26, India announced its ‘Panchamrit’ strategy, a 5-point commitment towards mitigating climate change. These pledges reaffirm India’s dedication to achieving a sustainable and resilient energy future:

1. 500 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity by 2030: India aims to install 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity.
2. 50% Energy from Renewables by 2030: Half of India’s total energy needs will come from renewable sources.
3. One Billion Tonne Carbon Reduction: India will reduce carbon emissions by 1 billion tonnes by 2030.
4. 45% Reduction in Carbon Intensity: India will lower the carbon intensity of its economy by at least 45% by 2030.
5. Net-Zero Target by 2070: India is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2070.

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