REI Expo 2022 Kicks Off with Great Enthusiasm, Presence of MNRE Minister

Informa Markets in India launched the Crystal Edition (15th anniversary) of Asia’s biggest REI Expo, the Renewable Energy India Expo 2022 at the India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Delhi-NCR. Over 500 top exhibitors showcasing more than 750 brands were present on the show floor.

The first day of the REI expo was graced by dignitaries such as Bhagwanth Khuba, Union Minister of State for Chemicals & Fertilizers and New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, Manu Srivastava, Principal Secretary, Government of Madhya Pradesh, Arnaud Lion, Charge’d Affaires, Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium in New Delhi, Karen Klimowski, Acting Minister Counselor and USAID Mission Director, Cameron MacKay, High Commissioner of Canada in India, Dr. Steffen Koch, Minister and Head of Department for Economics & Global Affairs, Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in India, Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India and Rajneesh Khattar, Senior Director, Informa Markets in India.

The REI Expo has received strong support from the Indian Bio Gas Association (IBA), Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF), National Highway of Electric Vehicles (NHEV), World Business Council of Sustainable Development (WBCSD), Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), and Bridge to India (BTI ). The international participation will include the United States Agency for International Development (USAID, Indo-Latin American Chamber of Commerce ( ILACC ), CleanTech Business Club, and Indo-German Energy Forum (IGEF) among others.

REI expo saw participation from industry stalwarts like Vikram Solar, Cleantech Solar, Adani Solar, Huawei, Saatvik, Havells, Waaree, Premier Energies, Sungrow, and Goldi Solar, besides of course a maiden appearance from Reliance Group through REC Group to enhance the attraction of the 15th edition.

The chief guest on the event, Bhagwant Khuba, said, “The government of India has already set its target of making India carbon emission-free in the coming years and witnessing industries take the responsibility so efficiently is going to help us accomplish the aim sooner. Renewable Energy Expo has introduced new segments of energy resources and the participation of established experts will undoubtedly lead our country in a better direction. This exhibition will generate massive investment opportunities for industries, promote foreign investments and create awareness regarding the same among consumers. India is growing vigorously in the sector of renewable energy and alternative sources, such the solar, wind, and electrical energy. The government is also ramping up measures to increase volumes of green hydrogen generation and the support of industrialists is a boon to flourish in the segment.”

The REI 2022 Expo has been witnessing equal and widespread participation from renewable energy sections like domestic and international manufacturers, traders, buyers, and professionals. Besides, it will also focus on elevating the standards of IPP, solar cells, solar PV modules, solar panels, batteries, EV chargers & infrastructure, inverters, components, dealers/ distributors, system integrator, biomass, and wind.

Global presence was the major highlight of the expo. It has earned great and enthusiastic participation from delegations from Germany, USA, Canada, Belgium and other foreign countries, with Canada, Belgium and Germany.