India is set to host the second-largest energy event in the world, India Energy Week (IEW) 2025, scheduled to take place in February in the national capital region. The multi-day summit aims to convene global policymakers, industry leaders, and academic experts to address the most urgent challenges facing the international energy sector, including decarbonization, energy security, and the transition to renewable alternatives.
Context of Global Energy Transitions
The global energy landscape is currently undergoing a period of profound volatility, driven by geopolitical tensions and the urgent necessity to meet net-zero climate goals. As the world’s most populous nation and one of the fastest-growing major economies, India serves as a critical barometer for global energy demand.
Previous iterations of the event have established a platform for bilateral cooperation and technological exchange. By scaling the 2025 edition to become a premier global venue, organizers intend to shift the focus toward actionable strategies that balance economic growth with sustainable development.
The Core Agenda for 2025
The 2025 agenda focuses on the intersection of traditional energy security and the acceleration of green technologies. Key sessions are expected to highlight the role of hydrogen, biofuels, and carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) in the global energy mix.
Industry analysts point out that the event will specifically address the