Energy Leaders Discuss Future Strategies at ET EnergyWorld’s Net Zero Summit

New Delhi: Amid growing global focus on sustainability, industry leaders at the ETEnergyworld India Net Zero Forum discussed the continuing role of traditional energy sources and new emission reduction strategies in carbon-intensive sectors. Shaswattam, executive director of NTPC and head of the NTPC Energy Technology Research Alliance, highlighted the future role of coal, stating: “Coal-fired power plants will continue to play a role in our energy landscape for the foreseeable future.” He also shared NTPC’s commitment to reduce CO2 emissions per unit from 850 grams to 500 grams through various innovative measures.Anand Mimani, CEO of GreenLine Logistics, commented on the effectiveness of LNG as a transition fuel, noting its environmental benefits: “LNG serves as an effective transition fuel, reducing not only carbon dioxide but also other harmful emissions such as NOx, SOx and particulate matter.”

Sourabh Mukherjee, Executive Vice President, Tata Projects, discussed the integration of ESG factors in business operations, forecasting significant growth in this area, and reaffirmed Tata’s ambitious goal of achieving net zero by 2045.

The panel also addressed the need for sustainable practices in the logistics and real estate sectors. Rampraveen Swaminathan, MD and CEO, Mahindra Logistics Ltd, highlighted electrification of last-mile delivery and long-term focus on hydrogen. Annu Talreja, CEO of Accacia, has called for a significant shift in the real estate industry towards sustainable materials and construction practices.