28 Oct 2021
Informa Markets in India, India’s leading B2B exhibition organizer, successfully concluded the three-day Renewable Energy India Expo in its 14th edition at the India Expo Center, Greater Noida. The expo was the 1st Renewable Energy Show in the world to go live with 100% physical attendees in the new normal. Inaugurated by Guest of Honour Shri BhagwanthKhuba, Honourable, Union Minister of State, New and Renewable Energy, Chemicals and Fertilizers, the show witnessed participation of visitors from cross-sections of RE sector comprising manufacturing, supply and trading industries.Some key dignitaries present at the inauguration of the expo included Government of India; H.E. Alex Ellis, British High Commissioner to India; H.E. Mr. Ugo Astuto, Ambassador of the EU to India ; H.E. Walter J. Lindner, German Ambassador to India; Shri K.S. Popli, Advisor, International Solar Alliance (ISA); Shri Narendra Bhooshan, IAS, Chief Executive Officer, Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority , Mr. Sanjeev Krishan, Chairman, PwC, India; Ms. Rony Yedidiya Clein, Charge D’ Affaires, Embassy of Israel; Ms. Natasha Zangin, Economic & Trade Counsellor, Embassy of Israel; Mr Jason Hall, High Commissioner, Jamaica High Commission; Mr Manu Srivastava, Administrative Member,Board of Revenue, Government of Madhya Pradesh, Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India and Mr. Rajneesh Khattar, Group Director – Energy Portfolio, Informa Markets in India amidst an august industry gathering.
The Expowas marked by the presence of top league high profile dignitaries, from ministers, to ambassadors, Best-in-class CXO's and media, all under one roof. It had over 12987 Buyers from various locations, along with fully occupied buyer seller meets, house full conference welcoming more than70+ speakers and + 500 plus delegates. Some highlights of the conference included a power packed CEO Roundtable Conclave and the Financial Leaders Forum with representation from World Bank, London Stock Exchange and many more. The event saw more than 170 brands being represented including a UK, German, and European Union pavilion. The expo also featured an online dedicated EU Virtual Zone, that was set up to support the European participants.
Speaking at the inauguration of REI Expo 2021, Shri BhagwanthKhuba, Honourable Union Minister of State, New and Renewable Energy, Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India congratulated Informa Markets in India for hosting the event and said, "India's participation in the Renewable Energy sector since the last 7 has grown manifold. India is running the world's largest clean energy programme to achieve 175 GW of renewable capacity, including 100GW of solar power by 2022 and 450 GW by 2030. It was a moment of immense pride for the ministry when the achievement of the target of 101 GW renewable capacity was announced on Independence Day this year. We have a focused approach towards turning our vision into reality. With the announcement of the National Hydrogen Mission, the aim is to make the country a global hub for the production and export of green hydrogen. Our country is also a massive producer of biomass -- close to 756 million tonnes, out of which 266 million tonnes is utilized in the manufacture of briquettes and pellets. Our efforts are also dedicated towards decarbonization of heavy industries like steel, cement and textile industries. In the coming years, the Government will be working on this aspect."
Speaking at the successful conclusion of REI 2021, Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India said, “This year has been remarkable as the expo returned in its physical format after a gap of 2 years. With REI Expo 2021, Informa Markets in India reinforced the bond amongst the industry, Government & Investors. The expo stands by the Indian Government’s endeavours of a quantum growth in the renewable energy sector by serving as an Industry catalyst, bringing in the domestic and International RE fraternity, including investors and technological experts all under one roof.”
Mr. Gaurav Kedia, Chairman, Indian Biogas Association was glad about his organization’s decision to participate in the expo this year and said, “It is one of the most crucial events in the renewable energy sector especially after COVID-19. The need of the hour is the push-pull concept, wherein you need proper push from many ends and pull has to come from the market. REI with its expo in physical form is bringing the pull in terms of visitors, exhibitors, and buyers. Till the time, physical events were on hold virtual ones did take place, but the eye-to-eye contact and interpersonal communication play a huge role in building strong business relationships. The turnaround of serious buyers is much greater in this expo and people are coming forward leaving their apprehensions behind seeking some opportunities which has given them result-oriented outcome."
The REI Expo 2021 was backed by the support of international and domestic exhibitors such as Adani Solar, JaksonEngg, Solis, Growatt, Premier Energies, Vikram Solar, Waaree Energies, Panasonic Life Sciences,HPL Electric & Power, Bergen Group, LONGI Solar, Goldi Solar and Skeiron Groupto name a few, besides receiving support from Indo German Energy Forum ( IGEF ), Indian Biogas Association ( IBA ), National Solar Energy Federation of India, Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority and multiple media partners.
With the confidence boosting closure of REI 2021, Informa Markets is ready with its ‘Festival of Business’ initiative this festive season – a medley of 9 back-to-back shows till October end, across different verticals in the physical, digital and hybrid formats. ‘Festival of Business’ has been curated to help discover the joy of in-person re-union, cementing bonds, networking, driving business objectives, spotting innovations through touch and feel, gathering marketing intelligence, and arriving at customized solutions through different platforms under the umbrella of each show.
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