Welcome to Energy Sustainability Conclave (ESCON) 2023, a state level energy conclave organized by Trident Academy of Technology, Bhubaneswar. The conclave aims to bring together experts, policymakers, industry leaders, researchers and students to discuss and deliberate on the current and future trends, challenges and opportunities in the energy sector, with a special focus on Odisha.
The conclave will be held on 2nd December 2023 at Trident Academy of Technology, Bhubaneswar. The conclave will feature four thematic sessions, each covering a key aspect of the energy landscape.
With a fast-changing scenario in the field of global energy in terms of a paradigm shift from conventional carbon emitting generation to clean tech and the increased emphasis on intelligent efficiency and sustainable use of carbonless power. Researchers, faculty members and students of Energy Technology of our country feel the necessity of open discussions through energy conclaves to bring in advanced contemporary knowledge to the arena to face the climate change challenges, both for mitigation and resilient adaptations in energy use in all walks of human life.
In view of the above, we thought it appropriate to organise a sustainable energy conclave for exchange of contemporary knowledge on advancements in renewable energy and energy efficiency involving reputed policy makers or the Government, academicians, and other renewable energy stakeholders. We are sure that our invited delegates will have the benefit of educating themselves on the technology adoption and the policy interventions of our State Government in this area.
This session will explore the potential, status and prospects of renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, biomass, hydro and geothermal in Odisha. It will also highlight the best practices, innovations and success stories of renewable energy projects in the state.
This session will examine the role of smart technologies, data analytics, artificial intelligence and digitalization in enhancing the efficiency, reliability and sustainability of energy systems. It will also showcase the latest developments, applications and solutions in the field of intelligent efficiency in energy.
This session will address the challenges and opportunities of transforming the transportation sector with clean, green and smart mobility solutions. It will also present the emerging trends, policies and initiatives in the areas of electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cells, biofuels and public transport.
This session will discuss the issues and implications of integrating renewable energy sources, distributed generation, energy storage and demand response into the existing grid infrastructure. It will also propose the strategies, frameworks and standards for ensuring the security, stability and resilience of the grid.
Former Chief Commissioner of Incometax
Ministry of Finance, Govt. of IndiaΒ
Former Member
Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission
Managing Dirtector
GRIDCO, Odisha
Director (C&FA)
GRIDCO, Odisha