A Global Energy Confluence
India Energy Week (IEW) 2025, held from February 11 to 14, 2025, at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi, is a premier global event in the energy sector. The event held under the patronage of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas and organized by the Federation of Indian Petroleum Industry (FIPI) has grown into the world’s second-largest energy conference.
A Hub of Innovation and Transformation
The India Energy Week exhibition has grown exponentially to become the world’s new meeting place for energy professionals, with millions of dollars of business conducted onsite, positioning it at the very heart of international business.
A key facilitator of dialogue between international and regional producers, the event provides international exhibitors with the opportunity to network with key buyers from over 120 countries across the full energy value chain. Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase cutting-edge technologies that drive sustainable energy solutions, forge strategic partnerships, and explore opportunities to shape the future of energy.
Key Focus Areas of IEW 2025
- Energy Transition & Green Future: Major focus on biofuels, flex-fuel vehicles, ethanol blending, and green hydrogen. India is steadily progressing toward its goal of producing 5 million metric tons (MMT) of green hydrogen annually by 2030.
- Exploration & Production (E&P) Reforms: Launch of Open Acreage Licensing Program (OALP) Round X, covering 200,000 sq. km, along with regulatory changes to boost investment in oil and gas exploration.
- India-US Energy Cooperation: Strengthening LNG supply partnerships and increasing natural gas consumption in India’s energy mix from 6% to 15%.
- Global Energy Investments: Expanding investments in oil and gas assets across Brazil, Venezuela, Russia, and Mozambique while benefiting from emerging oil sources.
- Startup & Innovation Recognition: The Avinya’25 – Energy Startup Challenge, led by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, awarded innovative startups for breakthroughs in CO₂ capture, ESG solutions, and renewable energy. The Vasudha – Oil and Gas Startup Challenge recognized overseas startups revolutionizing the upstream oil and gas sector with AI-driven solutions.
IEW 2025 introduced nine thematic zones, each focusing on different aspects of the energy sector:
- Hydrogen Zone – Hosted by Oil India Limited, showcasing cutting-edge innovations in hydrogen fuel generation.
- Biofuels Zone – Highlighting India’s advancements in Biodiesel, Bioethanol, Compressed Biogas, and Sustainable Aviation Fuel.
- Renewable Energy Zone – Featuring innovations in solar, wind, and other renewable energy technologies.
- LNG EcoSystem – Hosted by Petronet LNG, focusing on India’s downstream LNG supply chain and eco-friendly fuel solutions.
- Make in India Zone – Hosted by Engineers India Limited, highlighting indigenous energy manufacturing capabilities.
- City Gas Distribution Zone – Hosted by GAIL, emphasizing India’s rapid progress towards a gas-based economy.
- Petrochem Zone – Hosted by ONGC, showcasing advancements in petrochemical technologies and sustainable solutions.
- Innovation Zone – Featuring emerging startups and breakthrough technologies in energy.
- Digitalisation Zone – Showcasing AI, IoT, and automation in optimizing energy production and distribution.
India: The Rising Energy Powerhouse
India, the world’s third-largest energy consumer, is poised for the highest energy demand growth. Under PM Narendra Modi’s leadership, the nation is advancing towards a greener future with significant investments in secure, sustainable, and affordable energy. India Energy Week 2025 will serve as a key platform for global collaboration, driving discussions on energy security, innovation, and sustainability.
India’s Path to Sustainability
As a rapidly advancing economic powerhouse, India faces the twin challenge of surging energy demand while mitigating its carbon footprint. In response, Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched the concept of “Panchamrit” at COP 26, representing a blend of five essential elements. “Panchamrit” underscores India’s commitment to addressing climate change and fostering sustainable growth on a global scale.
Panchamrit: India’s Five Point Pledge Towards Climate Change
- India will take its non-fossil energy capacity to 500 GW by 2030
- By 2030, India will reduce the carbon intensity of its economy by less than 45%
- India will meet 50% of its energy requirements from renewable energy by 2030
- By the year 2070, India will achieve target of net-zero
- India will reduce the total projected carbon emissions by one billion tonnes till 2030
