The Energy Efficiency Movement (EEM) forum held in Pune highlighted the growing importance of innovative technologies in driving sustainable manufacturing. Global industry leaders, policymakers, technologists, and academia came together to share insights on how India can accelerate its journey toward Net Zero. The event, focused on pioneering energy efficiency, was organised by Alfa Laval in collaboration with the Swedish Chamber of Commerce and Industry in India.
A Global Movement for Energy Efficiency
Alfa Laval is one of the founding members of the Energy Efficiency Movement—a global not-for-profit association with 640 member companies representing 29 industries across 49 countries. In India alone, EEM has 140 members, underscoring the country’s strong interest in energy-efficient technologies.
Research and Industry Collaboration for Breakthrough Innovation
Delivering the keynote address, Dr. Ashish Lele, Director, CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), highlighted the need for breakthrough process technologies and advanced materials. He said, “Public research institutions like CSIR-NCL play a vital role by partnering with industry. I applaud Alfa Laval for creating a platform that fosters collaboration for a Net Zero future.”
Call to Action: Implement Energy Efficiency at Scale
Mike Umiker, Managing Director, Energy Efficiency Movement, outlined India’s unique opportunity to lead the world in green molecules and industrial decarbonization. Urging stakeholders to accelerate action, he said, “Let’s not wait for the perfect moment. Let’s make this the moment. Let’s implement energy efficiency at scale to accelerate India’s energy transition while maintaining competitiveness and keeping the path to India’s Net Zero.”
Sweden–India Collaboration in Sustainability
Sven Östberg, Consul General of Sweden in Mumbai, emphasised the strong sustainability partnership between India and Sweden and the importance of cross-border cooperation in accelerating climate progress.
Government Perspectives on India’s Net-Zero Strategy
Ruchika Drall, Deputy Secretary, Climate Change, MoEFCC, shared insights on India’s national strategy to achieve Net Zero. Adding a state-level perspective, Abhijit Ghorpade, Director, State Climate Action Cell, Government of Maharashtra, discussed strategies for energy efficiency and decarbonization across sectors.
Thermal Energy Efficiency: A Key to Industrial Decarbonization
Thomas Muller, Executive Vice President, Energy Division, Alfa Laval, stressed the critical role of thermal energy efficiency in reducing industrial emissions. He said, “Alfa Laval is leading the energy transition by providing heat transfer solutions that unlock the full potential of energy efficiency. With nearly a century of expertise, we are helping industries save energy and cut emissions.”
Co-Creating Solutions for India’s Net-Zero Goal
Subhasis Das, Managing Director, Alfa Laval India, emphasised that “energy efficiency is the first fuel” and one of India’s most powerful levers to reach Net Zero by 2070.
He encouraged industries to collaborate and co-create solutions through the Energy Efficiency Movement.
Panel Discussions Spotlight Actionable Pathways to Net Zero
Panel 1: Energy Efficiency—The Future of Industries
The first panel explored actionable strategies to accelerate India’s Net Zero ambitions from an industry-centric perspective. Experts discussed breakthroughs in electrification, thermal optimization, and emerging technologies. They also addressed barriers to adoption and highlighted the importance of collaborative models.
Panel 2: Energy Efficiency Today, Sustainability Tomorrow
The second panel focused on practical steps industries can take today to create long-term impact. Panelists examined innovations in green hydrogen, heat transfer, and integrated energy systems. They also discussed the role of industry-academia partnerships, technology readiness, and policy enablers in scaling decarbonization.
Alfa Nova GL50 Heat Exchanger
The summit also marked the launch of Alfa Nova GL50, an advanced, patented gas-to-liquid heat exchanger made entirely of stainless steel. Built using Alfa Laval’s fusion-bonding technology, the GL50 is designed to significantly improve energy efficiency across key sectors such as:
*Green hydrogen electrolysers
*Fuel cells
*Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems
*Cogeneration units
*Condensate recovery systems
*High Performance and Energy Savings
The Alfa Nova GL50 offers superior condensing capacity, low pressure drop, and maximum heat transfer efficiency within a compact footprint. As per the press release, the advantages help industries reduce energy consumption, recover waste heat, and improve operational efficiency. These benefits are crucial for sustainable manufacturing and economic competitiveness.
