The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) in India has announced critical partnerships aimed at supporting India’s ambitious mission of achieving clean energy independence by 2047.
GEAPP will partner with the Indian Railways to support their solarisation of transport, Ashoka University to develop knowledge documents and research papers for policymakers, and Mahatma Phule Renewable Energy & Infrastructure Technology Limited (MAHAPREIT) to build the Waste to Energy (WTE) and Compressed Biogas (CBG) market. GEAPP also announced ENTICE – the International Energy Transitions Innovation Challenge, an initiative that focuses on supporting innovators to reach scale on energy transition-focused ideas and solutions.
In an announcement of its ambitions in India, Ravi Venkatesan, Chairman of the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), stated that the organisation is a unique multi-partner vehicle focused on delivering a transformational pipeline of projects that will enable an equitable energy transition across emerging economies. GEAPP in India is dedicated to empowering the country’s energy sector through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions. The ENTICE programme is designed to mainstream startups and entrepreneurs in solving critical problems, which will help India become a leader in renewable energy and offer a blueprint to lift other emerging economies out of energy poverty.
PK Sinha, Country advisor, Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) in India, explained the organisation’s vision in the country, stating that India is steadily progressing towards achieving its sustainability goals and GEAPP aims to be a pillar of support for energy transition.
Saurabh Kumar, GEAPP’s India head, added that the organisation is committed to leveraging India’s rapid technological advancements and emerging innovation landscape through a collaborative approach that fosters innovation, agility, and customer-centricity. With a passionate team, engaged partnerships, and cutting-edge technology, GEAPP aims to transform industries and drive sustainable growth for the nation.