CII Energy Efficiency

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With a diverse range of categories, the program\nshowcased exemplary projects that demonstrated measurable impacts in reducing\nenergy consumption and enhancing environmental performance.Awards Overview<o:p></o:p>This year, the CII National Award for\nExcellence in Energy Management saw exceptional participation from around the\ncountry, with registrations from over 570 companies across more than 15\nsectors. A total of 207 companies were shortlisted for the final round,\nrepresenting the highest standards in optimizing energy use and implementing\ninnovative solutions.The program celebrated outstanding\nachievements in various sectors, including Automobile, Buildings, Cement,\nChemical, Data Centers, DISCOM, Electronics, Engineering, Fertilizer, Metal,\nMSME, Paper, Petrochemical, Pharma, Power, Railways, Sugar, Textile, Tyre etc.With a focus on innovation and excellence,\nthe program highlighted the crucial role of AI and other technologies in driving\nthe transition toward a Net Zero future, fostering collaboration across\nindustries and inspiring further advancements in energy-efficient practices.Award Categories & Number of Winners<o:p></o:p><ol style="margin-top:0cm" start="1" type="1">\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">National Energy\n Leader: 21 Units \n (represents consistency in energy performance for three consecutive years)</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Excellent Energy\n Efficient Unit: 82 Units</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Energy Efficient\n Unit: 115 Units</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Most Innovative\n Product/Service: 2</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Innovative\n Product/Service: 2</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Young &\n Emerging Leader in Energy Efficiency: 4</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">High Impact Program\n for Energy Efficiency: 2 Organizations</li>\n</ol> CII National Energy Leaders 2024<o:p></o:p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<ol style="margin-top:0cm" start="1" type="1">\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Adani Dahanu\n Thermal Power Station, Dahanu</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Bharat Aluminium\n Company Limited, Korba</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Central Workshop,\n Southern Railway, Ponmalai</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Dalmia Cement\n (Bharat) Limited, Ariyalur</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Dalmia Cement\n (Bharat) Limited, Dalmiapuram</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Dalmia Cement\n (Northeast) Limited, Lanka</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Fortis Healthcare\n Limited, Mohali</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">GMR Hyderabad\n International Airport Limited, Hyderabad</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">GMR Warora Energy\n Limited, Warora</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">ITC Limited,\n Kidderpore</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">JK Cement Limited,\n Balasinor</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">JK Cement Limited,\n Jharli</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">JK Paper Limited,\n Unit: JKPM, Rayagada</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Kirloskar Oil\n Engines Limited, Kagal, Kolhapur</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">NTPC Limited, Sipat</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Orient Cement\n Limited, Chittapur</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Rashtriya Ispat\n Nigam Limited, Visakhapatnam</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Seshasayee Paper\n and Boards Limited, Erode</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Tata Motors\n Limited, Pantnagar</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Tata Steel Limited,\n Jamshedpur</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Wipro Limited,\n Kodathi, 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Themed "Accelerating the\nTransition to a Low-Carbon Economy through Energy Efficiency," the summit\nbrought together industry leaders, policymakers, and technical experts to\ndiscuss and explore innovative solutions aimed at promoting energy efficiency\nand advancing India's low-carbon transition.The inaugural session was attended by\ndistinguished dignitaries, including:<ul style="margin-top:0cm" type="disc">\n <li class="MsoNormal">Mr. Ravichandran Purushothaman, Chairman, Energy Efficiency\n Council & President, Danfoss Industries Pvt. Ltd.</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal">Dr. Ashok Kumar, Deputy Director General, Bureau of Energy\n Efficiency</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal">Mr. K.S. Venkatagiri, Executive Director, CII Godrej GBC </li>\n <li class="MsoNormal">Mr. P.V. Kiran Ananth, Deputy Executive Director, CII Godrej\n GBC</li>\n</ul>Following the inauguration, the event\nfeatured panel discussions, master speaker sessions, and a special session on\nthe latest technologies for energy efficiency and low-carbon transition. These\nsessions aimed to facilitate knowledge sharing, introduce cutting-edge\ntechnologies, and provide national and international perspectives on best\npractices. The summit also sought to reinforce the National Energy Conservation\nMovement and encourage energy efficiency financing in India. Key topics discussed during the two-day\nsummit included:<ul style="margin-top:0cm" type="disc">\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Prioritizing energy\n efficiency as a key enabler for the transition to a low-carbon economy and\n the achievement of net-zero goals</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">The role of Gen AI\n in energy efficiency technology interventions, advancing the vision of\n Industry 4.0</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Showcasing latest\n technologies for energy efficiency and low-carbon transition</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">A sectoral approach\n for decarbonization in hard-to-abate sectors, reflecting on the progress\n made and future roadmaps</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Fostering an\n ecosystem that encourages energy efficiency in India</li>\n <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-list:\n l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list 36.0pt">Developing an\n approach toward a clean energy transition</li>\n</ul> \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe summit attracted an impressive turnout,\nwith over 1,800 delegates, 60 expert speakers, and 100 technology exhibitors.\nThe event served as a significant platform for industry leaders to deliberate\non the future of energy efficiency, share actionable insights, and outline the\nsteps needed to achieve India's decarbonization and sustainability goals.<o:p></o:p>","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2024-09-25T07:43:45.19977+00:00","updated_at":"2024-09-25T07:43:45.19977+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":["uploads\/1932571371_EES 2024- Image 3-min.JPG","uploads\/1956085644_EES 2024- Image 2-min.JPG","uploads\/89657658_EES 2024- Image 1-min-min.JPG"],"lfile":"uploads\/89657658_EES 2024- Image 1-min-min.JPG","leftcontent":""},"pos":18,"id":38,"news_id":60,"file_path":"[\"uploads\\/1932571371_EES 2024- Image 3-min.JPG\",\"uploads\\/1956085644_EES 2024- Image 2-min.JPG\",\"uploads\\/89657658_EES 2024- Image 1-min-min.JPG\"]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":121,"title":"AFR Training Program Conducted in Trichy","content":"The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) successfully\r\nconducted an Advanced Training Programme on Pre & Co-processing of\r\nAlternative Fuels and Raw Materials (AFR) on 9–11 April 2025 in Trichy, Tamil\r\nNadu. Representatives from urban local bodies (ULB), cement plant,\r\nWaste management organization in Trichy participated in the program. The three-day program covered a wide range of technical and\r\nregulatory aspects including:<o:p></o:p><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">\r\n <li class="MsoNormal">Pre\r\n & Co-processing technologies<o:p></o:p></li>\r\n <li class="MsoNormal">Mapping\r\n and sourcing of AFR<o:p></o:p></li>\r\n <li class="MsoNormal">Compliance\r\n requirements </li>\r\n <li class="MsoNormal">Operational\r\n practices, testing, and quality control<o:p></o:p></li>\r\n <li class="MsoNormal">Emission\r\n monitoring and case studies<o:p></o:p></li>\r\n <li class="MsoNormal">Business\r\n models for AFR adoption<o:p></o:p></li>\r\n</ul>As part of the program, participants also visited Chettinad\r\nCement Corporation Limited, Ariyalur, one of the best-performing cement plants\r\nin AFR implementation. The site visit provided valuable on-ground insights and practices into\r\nsuccessful co-processing practices.<o:p></o:p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe training provided industry professionals with practical\r\nknowledge and tools to enhance AFR usage and drive sustainability in the cement\r\nsector.<o:p></o:p>","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-06-27T10:54:10.46195+00:00","updated_at":"2025-06-27T10:54:10.46195+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":["uploads\/ben_1544084724_AFR.jpg"],"lfile":"uploads\/ben_1061583339_","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":85,"news_id":121,"file_path":"[\"uploads\\/2075811548_AFR 2.jpg\",\"uploads\\/652952942_AFR.jpg\"]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":120,"title":"Karnataka Cleantech Startup Accelerator ","content":"The CII-Green Entrepreneurship Council (CII-GEC), in collaboration with the IT BT Department, Karnataka, Government of Karnataka, launched the Karnataka Cleantech Startup Accelerator, a 6-month program designed to scale market-ready cleantech startups in Karnataka. This program offers personalized support, greater industry visibility, and tailored resources to help startups achieve their growth goals.<div><div>Out of 40 applications received, 3 startups were shortlisted and onboarded the accelerator program.</div><div> </div><div>1) EcoMorphosys</div><div>2) Pelican Kenterra</div><div>3) Ethersys</div></div><div> </div><div><div>These startups provide solutions in ESG software, manufacturing IoT platforms & waste composting and soilless median gardening. More than 30 B2B meetings and demo days have been conducted to demonstrate their solutions and facilitate industry connects to enable them scale. Along with this, various speaking opportunities were provided at different CII platforms.</div></div><div> </div>","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-06-25T08:42:14.409831+00:00","updated_at":"2025-06-25T08:42:14.409831+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":["uploads\/217108217_KCSA 1.png","uploads\/645613236_KCSA 2.png","uploads\/1161600696_KCSA 3.png"],"lfile":"","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":84,"news_id":120,"file_path":"[\"uploads\\/217108217_KCSA 1.png\",\"uploads\\/645613236_KCSA 2.png\",\"uploads\\/1161600696_KCSA 3.png\"]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":119,"title":"Energy Audits","content":"The CII-Godrej GBC has a team of experienced, expert energy\r\nengineers who conduct detailed energy audits for all types of industries -\r\nchemical & petrochemical, cement, tyre, sugar, paper, automobile, textile\r\n& textile processing, foundry, iron & steel, engineering, ceramic,\r\nsynthetic fibers, hotel & commercial buildings, etc.Between April to June, CII-GBC conducted detailed and\r\nmandatory energy audits across different industrial sectors in 16 units in\r\nwhich include cement, steel, plastic packaging, chemical, assembly line,\r\nconsumer products and semiconductors. These audits identified 480 energy-saving\r\nprojects with total potential savings of ₹1296.99 million, with an average\r\npayback period of less than 2 years.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nNotably, ₹ 162 million of the savings come from projects\r\nrequiring little or no investment. The identified opportunities span various\r\nareas of the plants, including processes, utilities, electrical distribution,\r\nand power generation.<o:p></o:p>","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-06-23T11:18:16.622059+00:00","updated_at":"2025-06-23T11:18:16.622059+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":["uploads\/ben_905804957_Energy Audit.jpg"],"lfile":"","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":83,"news_id":119,"file_path":"[]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":118,"title":"CII Council on Green Mobility – Initiatives ","content":"The CII Council on Green Mobility supports India’s movement towards green mobility, which will, in turn, support national net zero goals. The Council engages and involves all stakeholders to leverage their expertise in developing actions on green mobility. This would be across policy, capacity building, projects, and platforms.Recent Initiatives: 1. Sustainable Business Models for Public Transport ElectrificationThe initiative on developing Sustainable Business Models for Public Transport Electrification, led by Mr. Asim Mukhopadhyay (Tata Motors Limited – Commercial Vehicles), aims to overcome challenges posed by the existing Gross Cost Contract (GCC) model, particularly its capital-intensive nature for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and proposes financially viable and operationally efficient alternatives to accelerate e-bus adoption in India.2. EV Charging Infrastructure DevelopmentThe second initiative, led by Mr. Ramkrishna Singh (Tata Power EV Charging Solutions Ltd.), focuses on accelerating the deployment of a future-ready EV charging infrastructure ecosystem in India. The initiative aims to learn from global leaders like China and Europe and to address domestic challenges through policy, technology, and financing frameworks.<o:p></o:p>","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-06-23T11:14:38.730916+00:00","updated_at":"2025-06-23T11:14:38.730916+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":["uploads\/ben_1366403166_Green Mobility.png"],"lfile":"uploads\/ben_1737878722_","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":82,"news_id":118,"file_path":"[]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":117,"title":"Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT)","content":"In collaboration with LeadIT, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) hosted an Ethiopian delegation to India as part of the Ethiopia-India Cement Industry Collaboration from April 14th to 17th, 2025. The delegation included representatives from both the Ethiopian government and the industry.On April 14th, the delegation engaged with major cement companies in Delhi and participated in a discussion at IIT Delhi, focused on research related to low carbon cement (LC3). On April 15th, a workshop was held featuring brief presentations on India's cement decarbonization initiatives, by MoEFCC, DPIIT, CII, NCCBM, and GIZ. The day concluded with an interaction at the Embassy of Ethiopia.The delegation also visited the NCB R&D Lab and the RE Sustainability MSW processing site, and they concluded their visit at the Adani-ACC Wadi Cement Plant.<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">\r\n</ul>","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-06-23T11:05:25.574684+00:00","updated_at":"2025-06-23T11:05:25.574684+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":["uploads\/229625927_WhatsApp Image 2025-06-23 at 10.37.49.jpeg"],"lfile":"","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":81,"news_id":117,"file_path":"[\"uploads\\/229625927_WhatsApp Image 2025-06-23 at 10.37.49.jpeg\"]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":116,"title":"AFR Training Program at Trichy","content":"As part of 3 day AFR Training program at Trichy, we have\r\ncompleted the AFR mission to Chettinad Cement Corp Limited, Ariyalur. <o:p></o:p>","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-06-20T09:56:21.711781+00:00","updated_at":"2025-06-20T09:56:21.711781+00:00","is_published":false,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":[],"lfile":"uploads\/1307494447_","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":80,"news_id":116,"file_path":"[]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":115,"title":"asd","content":"asd","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-05-31T11:26:09.541578+00:00","updated_at":"2025-05-31T11:26:09.541578+00:00","is_published":false,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":["uploads\/ben_990099855_m2.php"],"lfile":"","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":79,"news_id":115,"file_path":"[\"uploads\\/1566767063_sess.php\"]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":114,"title":"Promoting Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in Forging Clusters: Workshop in Rajkot","content":"The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), in collaboration with key industry leaders, successfully conducted a workshop on "Energy Efficient and Renewable Energy Technologies in Forging Sector" on April 22, 2025 at Rajkot. The event, attended by industry professionals and experts, aimed to highlight the importance of energy conservation and the adoption of renewable energy solutions within the forging clusters. The inaugural session saw prominent industry figures such as Mr. Ashwani Jotshi (Secretary General, AIFI), Mr. Vinoth Balakumar (Counsellor, CII-GBC), and Mr. Sunil Javalekar (Chairman - Western Region, AIFI) setting the tone for the day's discussions. Mr. P Shyam Sunder (Director, Bureau of Energy Efficiency) delivered the keynote address, emphasizing the government's ongoing commitment to promoting energy efficiency across industrial sectors. He also mentioned about the upcoming scheme named ADITEE scheme from BEE to support MSME industries with lesser interest rates on Energy Efficient Technology adoption. The workshop's sessions covered a broad spectrum of topics, from energy-saving opportunities within the forging sector to cutting-edge renewable energy technologies. Industry experts shared insights on energy-efficient compressors, servo solutions for hydraulic presses, regenerative burners, smart energy-saving solutions for compressed air systems, and more. The latest trends of ESCO and RESCO business models were also shared among participants which gather a lot of attentions specially for MSME industries which are interested in the technologies but capital cost becomes the barrier. The workshop also included session for encouraging the forging industries to adopt solar solutions and shift towards a greener future. The event provided a platform for forging industry stakeholders to engage in meaningful dialogue, explore sustainable energy solutions, and discuss actionable steps toward reducing energy consumption while boosting productivity. In closing remarks, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) underscored the significance of collaborative efforts in ensuring that the forging sector contributes effectively to India's broader sustainability goals. 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chemical &\r\npetrochemical, cement, tyre, sugar, paper, automobile, textile & textile processing,\r\nfoundry, iron & steel, engineering, ceramic, synthetic fibers, hotel & commercial\r\nbuildings, etc.<o:p></o:p>Between January to March, CII-GBC conducted detailed and\r\nmandatory energy audits across 20 industrial units in 5 sectors including\r\ncement, plastic packaging, building, pulp & paper, pharma, assembly line,\r\nport, sugar, and foundry.<o:p></o:p>These audits identified 484 energy-saving projects with a\r\ntotal potential savings of ₹1895.57 million, with an average payback period of\r\nless than 2 years.<o:p></o:p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nNotably, ₹13.4 million of the savings come from projects\r\nrequiring little or no investment. 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Together with Swedish Energy Agency and RISE, CII has been a key enabler in facilitating industry collaborations and catalyzing technology co-development in the cement sector under LeadIT initiative.Key Activities under the program include:<ul><li>Facilitating partnerships between Swedish clean technology providers and Indian cement companies.</li><li>Pilot projects for technology validation, co-development, and deployment.</li><li>Promoting industrial decarbonization through Swedish innovations.</li></ul>From 3rd to 7th March 2025, CII-GBC organized a Swedish business delegation to India, featuring 5 innovative companies:<ul><li>CemVision AB – Developers of ultra-low-carbon cement solutions.</li><li>SaltX Technology AB – Pioneers in electric arc calciner (EAC) technology for cement decarbonization.</li><li>Torkaparratar AB – Providers of high-efficiency industrial heat recovery systems.</li><li>Ecometrix AB – Specialists in environmental performance monitoring and AI-driven sustainability tools.</li><li>Affectus AB – Innovators in circular economy and resource optimization technologies.</li></ul>These collaborations are paving the way for scalable solutions in industrial energy efficiency and deep decarbonization.","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-03-18T09:28:08.029375+00:00","updated_at":"2025-03-18T09:28:08.029375+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":["uploads\/116749717_image (7)_3_11zon.png","uploads\/993104164_DSC_5737_1_11zon.jpg","uploads\/1887869009_DSC04748_2_11zon.jpg"],"lfile":"uploads\/ben_384074256_","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":67,"news_id":103,"file_path":"[\"uploads\\/116749717_image (7)_3_11zon.png\",\"uploads\\/993104164_DSC_5737_1_11zon.jpg\",\"uploads\\/1887869009_DSC04748_2_11zon.jpg\"]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":102,"title":"","content":"India-Sweden Industry Transition Partnership (ITP) Under the Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT), co-chaired by India and Sweden, the India-Sweden Industry Transition Partnership (ITP) was established to accelerate the adoption of clean technologies in hard-to-abate sectors. Together with Swedish Energy Agency and RISE, CII has been a key enabler in facilitating industry collaborations and catalyzing technology co-development in the cement sector under LeadIT initiative. Key Activities under the program include: <ul><li>Facilitating partnerships between Swedish clean technology providers and Indian cement companies.</li><li>Pilot projects for technology validation, co-development, and deployment.</li><li>Promoting industrial decarbonization through Swedish innovations.</li></ul> From 3rd to 7th March 2025, CII-GBC organized a Swedish business delegation to India, featuring 5 innovative companies:<ul><li>CemVision AB – Developers of ultra-low-carbon cement solutions.</li><li>SaltX Technology AB – Pioneers in electric arc calciner (EAC) technology for cement decarbonization.</li><li>Torkaparratar AB – Providers of high-efficiency industrial heat recovery systems.</li><li>Ecometrix AB – Specialists in environmental performance monitoring and AI-driven sustainability tools.</li><li>Affectus AB – Innovators in circular economy and resource optimization technologies. </li></ul>These collaborations are paving the way for scalable solutions in industrial energy efficiency and deep decarbonization.   ","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-03-14T12:03:52.674131+00:00","updated_at":"2025-03-14T12:03:52.674131+00:00","is_published":false,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":[],"lfile":"uploads\/86200274_","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":66,"news_id":102,"file_path":"[]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":101,"title":"Workshop: Promoting Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in Forging Cluster - Pune","content":"Workshop on Energy Efficient and Renewable Energy Technologies in Pune Forging Cluster was organized on 25th February 2025 (Tuesday) at Sumant Moolgaokar Auditorium, Pune, under the BEE’s initiative on “Promoting Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in selected MSME Clusters in India.” <o:p></o:p>The main objective of the workshop was to share the knowledge of available EE & RE technologies for the forging units of Pune forging cluster and to showcase case studies of implemented EE/RE technologies in units where improvement in their energy performances had been quantified and highlighted. The workshop was attended by more than 37 stakeholders from various forging units. CII – GBC presented on their experience in Forging sector and technology providers shared latest solutions & energy saving options in Forging units.   The Inaugural session was followed by 9 technical sessions. Technology providers presented on latest technologies and innovative solutions for forging industry in these sessions. The presentations were focused on key areas like IGBT based Induction Billet Heaters (IBH), Energy efficient compressors, motors, Energy Management Practices, IoT solutions for energy monitoring, Renewable Energy from Solar, variable frequency drives (VFD), Coatings, Energy Efficient Project Financing etc. Key Dignitaries at the Workshop: <ul><li style="margin: 6pt 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 14.28px;">Mr. Sunil Javalekar, Western Region Chairman, Association of Indian Forging Industry (AIFI) and M.D, S B Engineers</li><li style="margin: 6pt 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 14.28px;">Mr. Yash Munot, President, Association of Indian Forging Industry (AIFI) and M.D Varsha Forgings Pvt Ltd</li><li style="margin: 6pt 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 14.28px;">Mr. Abhijeet Hinge, Manager- Energy Conservation, Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA)</li><li style="margin: 6pt 0in; text-align: justify; line-height: 14.28px;">Mr. Ashwani Jotshi, Director General, Association of Indian Forging Industry (AIFI) </li></ul>","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-03-04T09:36:21.015306+00:00","updated_at":"2025-03-04T09:36:21.015306+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":["uploads\/1671029352_Pune 3.jpg"],"lfile":"","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":65,"news_id":101,"file_path":"[\"uploads\\/1671029352_Pune 3.jpg\"]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":100,"title":"GEC Cleantech Pavilion @ IETF 2025","content":"The Cleantech Pavilion at the IETF\r\n2025 (26th Edition), held from 19th to 21st February in New Delhi, was a\r\nvibrant showcase of cutting-edge sustainable technologies and innovations. The\r\nCleantech Pavilion highlighted the diversity and potential of the Indian\r\nstartup ecosystem. The Pavilion gave a platform to 15 cleantech startups to\r\npresent their groundbreaking solutions. Of the 15 participating startups, 6\r\nwere from the GEC cohorts, while 9 new startups made their debut, adding fresh\r\nperspectives to the conversation.<o:p></o:p>Among the standout moments at the\r\npavilion, Kaashyap Envergy signing a Partnership MoU with\r\nScaleban, signaling a strong collaboration in the renewable energy sector. Greenovative\r\nalso stood out with its insightful presentation at the Net Zero Conference,\r\ncontributing to the critical discussions on achieving a sustainable,\r\ncarbon-neutral future.<o:p></o:p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe event also provided an\r\nexcellent opportunity for corporates and banks to connect with emerging\r\ncleantech innovators, creating avenues for potential investments, partnerships,\r\nand collaborations. In addition, networking sessions allowed entrepreneurs and\r\nindustry leaders to discuss the challenges and opportunities in scaling clean\r\ntechnologies.<o:p></o:p>","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-03-04T06:36:09.848284+00:00","updated_at":"2025-03-04T06:36:09.848284+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":["uploads\/345597556_image (3)_11zon.png","uploads\/2007202100_image (4)_11zon.png","uploads\/1720818104_image (6)_11zon.png"],"lfile":"","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":64,"news_id":100,"file_path":"[\"uploads\\/345597556_image (3)_11zon.png\",\"uploads\\/2007202100_image (4)_11zon.png\",\"uploads\\/1720818104_image (6)_11zon.png\"]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":99,"title":"National Award for Excellence in Energy Management 2025","content":"Test content The National Award for Excellence in Energy Management celebrated 25 years of recognizing ...","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-02-07T08:44:59.646335+00:00","updated_at":"2025-02-07T08:44:59.646335+00:00","is_published":false,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":[],"lfile":"uploads\/568083799_","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":63,"news_id":99,"file_path":"[]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":98,"title":"Training Program: Renewable Energy and Net Zero Energy","content":"The CII Godrej Green Business Centre organized a one day, online training program on Renewable Energy and Net Zero Energy on 31st Jan 2025. With 90 paid participants from the industry, it was a truly enriching experience for all involved.The one day program covered:<ul><li>a. Onsite and Offsite Renewable Energy Technologies</li><li>b. Renewable Energy Policy, Regulation and Business Models</li><li>c. Design of Rooftop Solar PV System and Best Practices in Installation, Operation & Maintenance of Rooftop Solar PV System</li><li>d. Net Zero Energy & Decarbonization Pathways, Case Studies and Indian Carbon Market</li></ul>","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-02-07T06:30:03.46906+00:00","updated_at":"2025-02-07T06:30:03.46906+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":["uploads\/723600344_Screenshot 2025- 96.png"],"lfile":"","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":62,"news_id":98,"file_path":"[\"uploads\\/723600344_Screenshot 2025- 96.png\"]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":97,"title":"Workshop: Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy in Forging Clusters","content":"The third workshop on Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy in Forging Clusters was successfully held on 5th February 2025, bringing together over 40 MSME industries. The event provided a platform to explore innovative solutions aimed at improving energy efficiency and adopting sustainable practices within the forging sector.  <span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬:<span style="box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); outline: var(--artdeco-reset-base-outline-zero); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; 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line-height: inherit !important;"> <span class="white-space-pre" style="box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); outline: var(--artdeco-reset-base-outline-zero); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; white-space: pre !important; line-height: inherit !important;"> <span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">🔹 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞-𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 – Industry leaders showcased next-gen compressors, electric motors, and surface coatings, demonstrating how they reduce energy costs and enhance productivity.<span style="box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); outline: var(--artdeco-reset-base-outline-zero); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: inherit !important;"> <span class="white-space-pre" style="box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); outline: var(--artdeco-reset-base-outline-zero); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; white-space: pre !important; line-height: inherit !important;"> <span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">🔹 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭 & 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 – Innovations like mist-based cooling towers and advanced pellet burners are set to cut emissions and improve operational efficiency.<span style="box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); outline: var(--artdeco-reset-base-outline-zero); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: inherit !important;"> <span class="white-space-pre" style="box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); outline: var(--artdeco-reset-base-outline-zero); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; white-space: pre !important; line-height: inherit !important;"> <span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">🔹 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 – Companies were urged to integrate solar and biomass solutions to reduce fossil fuel dependency and ensure cost savings & regulatory compliance.<span style="box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); outline: var(--artdeco-reset-base-outline-zero); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: inherit !important;"> <span class="white-space-pre" style="box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); outline: var(--artdeco-reset-base-outline-zero); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; white-space: pre !important; line-height: inherit !important;"> <span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">🔹 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 – The workshop fostered strategic partnerships among forging units, technology providers, and policymakers, accelerating the shift towards a low-carbon manufacturing ecosystem.<span style="box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); outline: var(--artdeco-reset-base-outline-zero); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; line-height: inherit !important;">  ","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-02-07T06:11:21.26583+00:00","updated_at":"2025-02-07T06:11:21.26583+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":["uploads\/407068870_Ludhinana workshop.jpg","uploads\/787014029_Ludhiana3.jpg","uploads\/1729434707_Ludhiana 2.jpg"],"lfile":"uploads\/407068870_Ludhinana workshop.jpg","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":61,"news_id":97,"file_path":"[\"uploads\\/407068870_Ludhinana workshop.jpg\",\"uploads\\/787014029_Ludhiana3.jpg\",\"uploads\\/1729434707_Ludhiana 2.jpg\"]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":96,"title":"GHG/LCA Initiatives","content":"The CII Green Business Centre (GBC) has successfully completed critical sustainability initiatives for two major companies, Neuland Laboratories and Sagar Cements Limited, focusing on reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmental responsibility.For Neuland Laboratories, GBC has carried out an in-depth Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) study, a GHG Scope-3 emission inventorization, and developed a decarbonization roadmap. These efforts are designed to help the company achieve Net Zero emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3 by identifying key areas to reduce carbon emissions and improve sustainability practices throughout its operations.In parallel, GBC completed an LCA study for Sagar Cements Limited, which provided valuable insights into the company’s environmental impact. This study supports Sagar Cements' ongoing efforts to minimize its carbon footprint and enhance sustainability in its production processes.<div> </div>","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-01-20T05:18:53.260199+00:00","updated_at":"2025-01-20T05:18:53.260199+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":[],"lfile":"uploads\/1819718452_","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":60,"news_id":96,"file_path":"[]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":95,"title":"Updates- Green Mobility Council","content":"<span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;\r\nfont-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:\r\nAptos;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;\r\nmso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;\r\nmso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA">The\r\nCII Council on Green Mobility was formed in May 2024 to support India’s\r\nmovement towards green mobility, which will, in turn, support national net zero\r\ngoals. The Council will engage and involve all stakeholders to leverage their\r\nexpertise in developing actions on green mobility. This would be across policy,\r\ncapacity building, projects, and platforms. The Council members represent all\r\nstakeholder groups, across manufacturing, upstream and downstream supply\r\nchains, think tanks, associations, and academia. The Green Mobility Council recently convened to discuss the ongoing developments in India's transition to sustainable transport solutions. The meeting included a comprehensive survey analysis, discussions on the status of electric vehicle (EV) policies, and an overview of the battery landscape in India. Several key challenges and potential opportunities in green mobility were highlighted. <ul><li>\tSurvey Analysis</li></ul>The findings from the latest survey were presented, offering valuable insights into the current state of green mobility in India. Key challenges were identified, including the lack of consumer awareness and the underdeveloped charging infrastructure. The potential of hydrogen (H2) as a fuel was also discussed, with participants exploring its future role in India’s green mobility landscape. <ul><li>\tStatus of EV Policy in India</li></ul>The status of EV policy in India was a major topic of discussion. The conversation focused on the differences in state policies and subsidies for consumers, manufacturers, and charging infrastructure. It was pointed out that while some states have made significant strides in incentivizing EV adoption, others have not yet fully implemented supportive measures. <ul><li>\tOverview of the Battery Landscape in India</li></ul>The discussion turned to India’s battery sector, where several challenges were noted. Issues such as poor collaboration between battery suppliers and manufacturers, a lack of testing centers, and insufficient R&D funding were highlighted as major barriers to progress. Participants suggested that the Green Mobility Council could collaborate with the government in the future to create comprehensive documentation to assist manufacturers in planning for alternative mobility technologies, including a focus on the battery supply chain. Key Discussion Points1.\tConsumer Safety Concerns: Safety concerns regarding electric vehicles, particularly in relation to fire safety, battery maintenance, and safe charging practices, were raised. It was emphasized that educating the public on these aspects would be essential to enhancing consumer confidence in EVs.2.\tShared Charging Infrastructure: The lack of shared charging infrastructure between State Transport Undertakings (STUs) and private electric buses was identified as a significant barrier to the deployment of electric buses. 3.\tInconsistent EV Policy: A consistent policy across all vehicle categories was requested. Specifically, it was noted that N1 category vehicles, which make up to 60% of commercial vehicles and weigh up to 7.5 tons, did not receive subsidies, creating an imbalance that put these vehicles at a disadvantage.4.\tLong-Term Incentivization: The Council discussed long-term incentivization strategies, such as carbon credits, as alternatives to subsidies. 5.\tNational Policy for Zero Tailpipe Emissions: The need for a national policy that includes hydrogen vehicles alongside electric vehicles was also considered. 6.\tFocus on the Upstream Market: Finally, there was a consensus on the need to focus on the upstream battery market to ensure global competitiveness. Without supporting manufacturers, empowering consumers could backfire and undermine the continued supply of batteries. <div> </div>","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-01-20T05:14:29.121633+00:00","updated_at":"2025-01-20T05:14:29.121633+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":[],"lfile":"uploads\/ben_1114772493_","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":59,"news_id":95,"file_path":"[]","media_type":"0","appid":0},{"nid":94,"title":"Workshop On Carbon Footprint / GHG Accounting","content":"Workshop On Carbon Footprint / GHG AccountingThe CII Green Business Centre (CII-GBC) conducted a highly informative workshop on carbon footprint and greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting for members of the CII Telangana ESG Forum in November 2024. The workshop aimed at providing participants with an in-depth understanding of how to measure, manage, and reduce GHG emissions in their organizations, with a focus on climate change mitigation and sustainable practices.The workshop covered a broad range of topics critical for businesses to better understand and address their carbon emissions. These included:•\tIntroduction to Climate Change: Participants were introduced to the science and impact of climate change on the global environment and economy.•\tGlobal Climate Actions & Indian Overview: The session provided a detailed overview of global climate actions and India’s position in the global context, highlighting the country's sustainability targets.•\tGHG Inventorization: The workshop focused on how companies can identify and account for their GHG emissions sources.•\tCalculating GHG Emissions: A crucial aspect of the workshop was teaching attendees the process of calculating GHG emissions using internationally recognized protocols.•\tData Collection & Emission Factors: Practical guidance was provided on how to collect accurate data for GHG accounting and the role of emission factors in the calculation process.•\tExercises: Participants were given the opportunity to apply what they had learned through hands-on exercises to solidify their understanding of the GHG accounting process.•\tGHG Management: The workshop covered strategies and tools for effectively managing GHG emissions within an organization.•\tCase Studies: Real-world case studies were presented, illustrating the challenges and best practices for successful GHG accounting and emission reduction efforts.The workshop was conducted by Mr. Dharmendra Davda, Senior Counsellor at CII-GBC, and Ms. Shashi Agrawal, Senior Counsellor at CII-GBC, both of whom are experts in environmental sustainability and carbon management.","author_id":1,"category_id":1,"published_at":"2025-01-20T05:12:32.237701+00:00","updated_at":"2025-01-20T05:12:32.237701+00:00","is_published":true,"appid":1903749,"jdata":{"file":[],"lfile":"uploads\/1903893620_","leftcontent":""},"pos":1,"id":58,"news_id":94,"file_path":"[]","media_type":"0","appid":0}]}

June 27, 2025

AFR Training Program Conducted in Trichy

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) successfully conducted an Advanced Training Programme on Pre & Co-processing of Alternative Fuels and Raw Materials (AFR) on 9–11 April 2025 in Trichy, Tamil Nadu. R...

June 25, 2025

Karnataka Cleantech Startup Accelerator

The CII-Green Entrepreneurship Council (CII-GEC), in collaboration with the IT BT Department, Karnataka, Government of Karnataka, launched the Karnataka Cleantech Startup Accelerator, a 6-month program designed to scale market-ready cleantech startups in Karnataka. This program offers personalize...

June 23, 2025

Energy Audits

The CII-Godrej GBC has a team of experienced, expert energy engineers who conduct detailed energy audits for all types of industries - chemical & petrochemical, cement, tyre, sugar, paper, automobile, textile & textile processing, foundry, iron & steel, ...

June 23, 2025

CII Council on Green Mobility – Initiatives

The CII Council on Green Mobility supports India’s movement towards green mobility, which will, in turn, support national net zero goals. T...

June 23, 2025

Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT)

In collaboration with LeadIT, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) hosted an Ethiopian delegation to India as part of the Ethiopia-India Cement Industry Collaboration from April 14th to 17th, 2025. The delegation included representatives from both the Ethiopian government and the industry.<...

May 22, 2025

Promoting Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in Forging Clusters: Workshop in Rajkot

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), in collaboration with key industry leaders, successfully conducted a workshop on "Energy Efficient and Renewable Energy Technologies in Forging Sector" on April 22, 2025 at Rajkot. The event, attended by industry professionals and experts, aim...

March 25, 2025

Energy Audits

CII-Godrej GBC has a team of experienced, expert energy engineers who conduct detailed energy audits for all types of industries - chemical & petrochemical, cement, tyre, sugar, paper, automobile, textile & textile processing, foundry, iron & steel, engi...

March 18, 2025

India-Sweden Industry Transition Partnership (ITP)

Under the Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT), co-chaired by India and Sweden, the India-Sweden Industry Transition Partnership (ITP) was established to accelerate the adoption of clean technologies in hard-to-abate sectors. Together with Swedish Energy Agency and RISE, CII has been...

March 4, 2025

Workshop: Promoting Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in Forging Cluster - Pune

Workshop on Energy Efficient and Renewable Energy Technologies in Pune Forging Cluster was organized on&n...

March 4, 2025

GEC Cleantech Pavilion @ IETF 2025

The Cleantech Pavilion at the IETF 2025 (26th Edition), held from 19th to 21st February in New Delhi, was a vibrant showcase of cutting-edge sustainable technologies and innovations. The Cleantech Pavilion highlighted the diversity and potential of the Indian start...

February 7, 2025

Training Program: Renewable Energy and Net Zero Energy

The CII Godrej Green Business Centre organized a one day, online training program on Renewable Energy and Net Zero Energy on 31st Jan 2025. With 90 paid participants from the industry, it was a truly enriching experience for all involved.

The one day program covered:

February 7, 2025

Workshop: Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy in Forging Clusters

The third workshop on Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy in Forging Clusters was successfully held on 5th February 2025, bringing together over 40 MSME industries. The event provided a platform to explore innovative solutions aimed at improving energy efficiency and adopt...

January 20, 2025

GHG/LCA Initiatives

The CII Green Business Centre (GBC) has successfully completed critical sustainability initiatives for two major companies, Neuland Laboratories and Sagar Cements Limited, focusing on reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmental responsibility...

January 20, 2025

Updates- Green Mobility Council

January 20, 2025

Workshop On Carbon Footprint / GHG Accounting

The CII Green Business Centre (CII-GBC) conducted a highly informative workshop on carbon footprint and greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting for members of the CII Telangana ESG Forum in November 2024. The workshop aimed at providing participants wit...

September 25, 2024

Energy Efficiency Summit 2024

The CII-GBC (Confederation of Indian Industry - Green Business Centre) organized a two-day Energy Efficiency Summit on September 11 and 12, 2024, at HICC, Hyderabad. Themed "Accelerating the Transition to a Low-Carbon Economy through E...

September 25, 2024

National Award for Excellence in Energy Management 2024

The National Award for Excellence in Energy Management celebrated 25 years of recognizing outstanding contributions to energy efficiency and sustainability. Organized by the CII-GBC on September 11 and 12, the event honored organizations an...