The Indo-German Energy Forum (IGEF) provides a dialogue platform for high-level policy makers, financial institutions, industry and research organizations to deepen and enhance the bilateral cooperation for the energy transition in Germany and India.
Both leaders expressed satisfaction about the cooperation in the field of renewable energy and energy efficiency, including the important and successful work under the Indo-German Energy Forum (IGEF).
Since its establishment in 2006, the Indo-German Energy Forum has successfully intensified Indo-German Cooperation in the areas of energy security, energy efficiency and renewable energies, investment in energy projects as well as collaborative research and development. Below are the recent Highlights of IGEF:
The forthcoming 17th edition of REI Expo being held during 3 - 5 October 2024, is estimated to attract over 800 Exhibitors, 40,000 trade visitors and esteemed policy-makers, decision-makers, influencers, technical experts and professionals.
Evolving Agrivoltaics: From Ideation to Implementation
As part of REI Expo, the Indo-German Energy Forum Support Office (IGEF-SO) is organising the session on "Evolving Agrivoltaics: From Ideation to Implementation" on 4th Oct 2024 from 10.30 - 11.30 hrs IST. This session will explore global advancements in AgriPV, including international legislations and what India can learn from them. In India, recognising the dual benefits of AgriPV, policies like PM-KUSUM have been launched to support farmers. These policies empower farmers by providing opportunities to diversify their income through AgriPV while continuing agricultural production. AgriPV also shows promise for synergistic applications like green hydrogen production in India. The session aims to highlight business cases for AgriPV and green hydrogen production in India. This integrated approach not only promotes energy independence, but also positions India favourably in the global green hydrogen market, aligning its ambitious climate goals and economic growth objectives.
The Subgroup IV on "Green Energy Financing and Grid Integration" focuses on large scale grid integration of renewable energy sources.
Since the flexibilisation of our electricity systems is the key to reaching our energy goals, I am highly motivated to exchange our experiences and plans as Co-Chair of the Indo-German Energy Forum.
Mr. Ajay Kumar Bhalla Secretary, Ministry of Power, Government of India
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Rainer Baake Former State Secretary, German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy
