India’s economy is embracing renewable energy at a rapid pace

      There is a strong two-way relationship between economic development and energy consumption. On one hand, growth of an economy, with its global competitiveness, hinges on the availability of cost-effective and environmentally benign energy sources, and on the other hand, the level of economic development has been observed to be reliant on energy demand.

      India’s energy requirements have grown significantly since market reforms were initiated by the Government of India in the 1990s. Energy sector reforms, capacity addition and improvement in existing infrastructure are the government’s primary focus areas as energy is a key necessity for meeting the country’s high economic growth expectations.

      The focus is on strengthening of distribution and transmission infrastructure, development of hydropower, conventional power, energy storage and atomic energy. Customer services enhancements such as enabling new connections, security deposits, bill payments, lodging of complaints and reconnections through digital platforms are critical to be future ready.

      ENRich 2025

      Reimagining the energy enterprise in times of change and uncertainty
      ENRich 2025: Reimagining the energy enterprise

      How can KPMG in India help?

      KPMG in India’s practices are organized around the understanding that no two industries are alike. In the case of energy, we maintain a strong industry focus that takes an advanced approach to service delivery using consistent and tested worldwide methodologies to deliver objectivity, valuable insights, and robust opinions of Tax and Advisory services to clients. 

      From our position as the professional service providers of choice to the some of the world’s largest energy and natural resources companies and domestic stalwarts, we are acutely attuned to leading practices throughout the industry and around the world. KPMG in India’s ENR practice strives to address the wide range of issues of companies across the energy value chain, in the defined sub sectors of Power and Utilities, Oil and Gas, Mining and Renewables. 

      Our professionals have the technical skills and industry-focused experience that can enable them to understand the issues energy companies face, along with vast experience with key government bodies.

      In addition to this, with focus on our core approaches across strategic planning, operations improvement, transactions advisory and project planning , we seek to ensure that we are ever ready to address our clients’ primary concerns.

      Driving growth with Energy, Natural Resources and Chemicals

      Yezdi Nagporewalla

      Chief Executive Officer

      KPMG in India

      From a focused internal dialogue to a global platform for action — ENRich has come a long way. Over 16 years, it has grown in scope, stature, and relevance, becoming a catalyst for conversations that matter. This year’s theme reflects a powerful truth:

      Sustainability is no longer an aspiration – it’s a test of resilience

      As India continues to lead global growth, driven by strong domestic demand and macroeconomic stability, the energy sector stands at a pivotal moment.

      Looking ahead to 2030, the modern energy enterprise will be transformed – with AI at the core and GCCs as the engine of execution. Three priorities will define this transformation:

      • Embed AI across the enterprise – from operations to decision-making
      • Reimagine structures and operating models – with GCCs at the center
      • Elevate culture and ways of working – because transformation is as much about people as it is about technology
      Anish De

      Global Head for Energy Natural Resources & Chemicals (ENRC)

      KPMG International

      • The energy sector is undergoing a profound transformation. Traditional operating models are no longer sufficient, and customer expectations are evolving rapidly. GCCs are emerging as the nerve centres of energy – enterprises combining AI, analytics, and talent to drive operational excellence and innovation. Organisations that embrace this shift can convert cost into capability and deliver truly customer-centric energy solutions 

      • The energy transition requires greater private sector engagement. For this, incentives are essential—both to attract capital and to align risk-return expectations. Without targeted incentives, private players will remain cautious, and the pace of innovation and deployment will remain constrained

      • The energy transition requires greater private sector engagement. For this, incentives are essential—both to attract capital and to align risk-return expectations. Without targeted incentives, private players will remain cautious, and the pace of innovation and deployment will remain constrained

      • As disruption becomes the norm, the energy enterprise is undergoing a profound transformation. Fossil fuels continue to dominate, but the real shift is happening beneath the surface — where AI and tech are laying the foundation for a new energy architecture.

        GCCs (Global Capability Centers) are emerging as a decisive lever — driving structure, governance, and execution. And India remains the nucleus of GCC innovation, shaping the future of enterprise transformation.

        Some home truths have surfaced in 2025:

        • We are a projects economy - To scale sustainably, we must evolve into a products economy - one that builds for longevity and global relevance.
        • We must move upstream - investing in capital goods, innovation, and research to build strategic depth and resilience.

        The energy enterprise of 2030 will be intelligent, agile, and deeply integrated — powered by AI, governed by GCCs, and shaped by a culture of innovation 

      Shalini Pillay

      India Leader - Global Capability Centres

      KPMG in India

      • Global Capacity Centres are transcending their transactional origins to become strategic engines of transformation. With advanced AI, integrated digital platforms, and specialised talent, GCCs empower energy companies to innovate at scale and respond swiftly to market shifts. By 2030, GCCs will orchestrate intelligence, efficiency, and resilience across the entire energy value chain 

      • The GCC model will evolve despite geopolitical headwinds. Its future lies in technofunctional capabilities. India’s talent pool remains our greatest strength, but if not reskilled for a changing environment, it could also become our greatest vulnerability 

      Sammy Ahmed

      Partner, Head of Energy & Natural Resources

      KPMG Middle East

      By 2050, India is set to emerge as the world’s largest refining powerhouse, while energy transition is a prevalent topic among the affluent, for the less privileged it is simply about access—providing energy to those who currently do not have any. Balancing these priorities is essential as we plan for an inclusive energy future.

      Michael Hayes

      Partner, Global Head of Renewables

      KPMG in Ireland

      Mobilising climate finance in India depends on policy certainty and investible NDCs. A strong project pipeline, backed by transparent carbon markets, builds confidence, and draws capital, while early involvement of insurance companies can unlock additional risk-sharing in emerging market

      Colm O'Neill

      Partner, Head of Consulting, Global Head of Power and Utilities

      KPMG in Ireland

      AI holds immense potential to optimise energy use and strengthen data centres, but public trust will only grow when expectations are managed realistically and AI consistently delivers measurable results, not magic 

      Amit Bhargava

      National Leader, Metals and Mining

      KPMG in India

      Secondary steel producers contribute more than 50% of the domestic steel production, and because of the scale, relevance and contribution without decarbonising this sector, India can’t achieve its net zero goals.

      These producers use electric arc furnaces and induction furnaces; the latter tend to be more rudimentary operationally, with potential to address operational efficiencies and utilise greater renewables & scrap.

      Anish De

      Global Head for Energy Natural Resources & Chemicals (ENRC)

      KPMG International

      CXO imperatives for reimagining chemical supply chains

      Reimagining chemical supply chains demands both vision and action. Embedding resilience, tackling cross-border and warehousing challenges, and building digital-first cultures will define India’s journey to sustainable, future-ready logistics by 2030:.

      Jeffry Jacob

      National Sector Leader Automotive, Partner Business Consulting

      KPMG in India

      Regulatory compliance & global standards in chemicals transportation

      As Indian chemical logistics become more globally integrated, harmonising regulatory compliance and logistics standards is essential. Streamlined regulations, effective customs, and unified standards are foundational for safe and globally competitive chemical transportation.

      Aman Sethi

      Partner, Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Business Consulting

      KPMG in India

      Playbook in action: Resilience, decarbonisation & digitalisation in chemical supply chains

      Building resilient, low-carbon chemical supply chains requires decisive action. At the ICC forum, decarbonising transport, managing supplier and geopolitical risks, and strengthening networks through regionalisation and integration emerged as key imperatives.

      AI Frontiers

      Watch KPMG’s leaders share their views on harnessing the power of AI to unlock unprecedented value and solve seemingly impenetrable problems in the latest episodes of AI Frontiers produced by Reuters Plus

      Hear from the experts

      Anvesh Thakker shared insights on how the global energy transition is becoming increasingly politicised amid current geo-political tensions, and whether India is on track to meet its 2030 goals. The role of AI in shaping renewable energy and how Indian corporates are adapting to this technology, while examining transition challenges in a volatile environment influenced by the US, China, and Russia.

      We have moved from generate AI to agentic AI which is completely transforming organisations. Leaders in the energy sector are accelerating their digital transformation enabled by modern AI. The entire energy sector is keenly observing how this new suite of technologies can be brought to bear to make energy clean, efficient, and sustainable.

      AI is driving energy efficiency and decarbonisation by boosting tech use in hard-to-abate sectors and clean energy projects.

      USA is a net exporter of energy, and I don't see countries putting tariffs on imports from the US.

      Exciting to hear possibilities in methane abatement, using technology like satellite imagery and AI, promising progress.

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