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This half-day summit brings together Indian and global women leaders, policy makers, engineers and professionals shaping tomorrow’s electricity sector. As the global power landscape progresses towards affordable and sustainable 24x7 electricity for all, "Women in Electricity" explores the intersection of technological innovation, genderinclusive leadership, and the specific challenges and triumphs of the Indian power grid.
A high-impact welcome setting the stage for the afternoon. This session outlines the critical role women play in stabilizing global grids and driving the transition to sustainable energy.
Video highlighting select initiatives and achievements across India’s power sector focused on equity and inclusion; how women are building careers across new frontiers of a traditionally male dominated sector.
Example Topic: Cross-Border Collaboration and Decarbonization.
Experts from across the globe discuss the integration of renewable energy into aging infrastructures, the rise of "smart cities," explosive demand growth from Datacenters, and how international policy as well as initiatives such as OSOWOG can foster a more resilient and more importantly an equitable inclusive energy future for the poorest of the poor.
Example Topic: Beyond Lithium-Ion.
A deep dive into the next generation of energy storage technologies. India for example is making bold strides in Pumped Hydro Storage. This session explores how breakthrough battery chemistry and long-duration storage are the missing links to a sustainable 24/7 reality.
Example Topic: The Last Mile: Digitalization and Energy Access in India.
Leaders from India's electricity sector discuss the unique challenges of the domestic grid, from the rapid scaling of solar parks to the digitalization of DISCOMs and the empowerment of rural communities through microgrids.
Example Topic: Disruptive Leadership in a Traditional Industry.
A candid conversation with a C-suite executive on navigating the traditionally male dominated power sector, advocating for diversity in STEM, and the "soft power" required to lead hard-tech revolutions.
A brief synthesis of the afternoon's key takeaways and a call to action for continued mentorship and innovation.
A dedicated area for networking that will allow attendees to connect with speakers and peers to build the professional "grid" of the future.
