USIBC Delegation to Drive Energy Collaboration at Indian Energy Week

A high-powered delegation of corporate sector executives from the US India Business Council (USIBC) led by its president Atul Keshap will travel to Goa next week to attend the second edition of the Indian Energy Week.

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Promoting Bilateral Trade and Economic Ties

The USIBC aims to create an inclusive bilateral trade environment between India and the US by serving as the voice of the industry, linking governments to businesses, and supporting long-term commercial partnerships that will nurture the spirit of entrepreneurship, create jobs, and successfully contribute to the global economy.

High-Level Engagements

The four-day flagship Indian government event from February 6 will be joined by Shilpa Gupta, CTO India, GE Vernova, along with Keshap in leading this business delegation. USIBC delegation engagements will include a high-level US-India Energy Transition Roundtable chaired by Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, as well as industry briefings.

Diverse Sector Representation

The delegation represents a diversity of sectors like oil and gas, power and renewable energy, critical minerals, hydrogen and alternative fuels, sustainable aviation fuels, and other key areas of growth.

Energy Sector's Role in Bilateral Relations

Keshap emphasized the significance of the energy sector in the bilateral trade and economic relationship between the US and India, contributing over USD 20 billion in two-way trade and poised for further growth.

US-India Collaboration on Energy Transition

Over 2023, both Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden have placed a special emphasis on the role that the US and India can play together to advance energy transition globally. Keshap highlighted the collective announcements made by both leaders on green hydrogen, electric mobility, and joint investment funds to promote renewable energy deployment, showcasing opportunities for private sectors and governments of both countries to work closely.

GE Vernova's Commitment to Energy Transition

Shilpa Gupta, CTO India, GE Vernova, expressed excitement about working with industry leaders to define new pathways for energy transition in India through investments in advanced powering technology, local manufacturing capabilities, and talent development.

Indian Energy Week: A Global Energy Platform

Hosted and led by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, India Energy Week serves as a critical platform for global energy businesses, startups, and thought leaders to engage directly with senior Indian government officials and the Indian corporate community in the energy sector.