Browse our COP29 We Mean Business Coalition Pavilion events, hosted in collaboration with We Mean Business Coalition sponsors and supporting partners. Those events listed with (*) took place outside the Business Pavilion.
Hosted by: The Sunrise Project, We Mean Business Coalition, Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA)
Moderator: Global Strategic Communications Council (GSCC)
While coal remains central to India’s energy mix, renewables are advancing fast. In July 2025, India surpassed 50% non-fossil electricity generation — a milestone the government celebrated globally. With only around 192 GW of renewables installed toward its 500 GW goal by 2030, rapid acceleration is essential. Corporates will play a decisive role by shifting investments from coal, aligning with global standards, and ensuring a just transition. Building on India’s strong policy commitments, business leadership can drive ambition, unlock international finance, and set an example for the Global South’s clean energy transformation.
Open to delegates in the Blue Zone
Speakers:
Mr. Ankit Todi, Chief Sustainability Officer, Mahindra Group
Mr. Shantanu Srivastava, Research Lead, Sustainable Finance and Climate Risk, Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA), South Asia
Ms. Nehmat Kaur, Director of the Under2 Coalition and Subnational Governments, The Climate Group
Mr. Shitiz Jha, Research Associate (Climate Finance and ESG), Climate Trends
Ms Sakshi Balani, Director, Steel Decarbonisation, Climate Catalyst
Mr. Flipe Saliba, Chief of Unit - Knowledge Management and Institutional Development, International Solar Alliance