The UP Energy Expo 2025, a premier three-day event held from May 22–24, 2025, at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, Lucknow, kicked off with a vibrant display of cutting-edge advancements in solar technology, smart grid systems, and electric vehicles. Organized by the UP State chapter of PHDCCI and First View, in collaboration with the Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA), the expo attracted over 150 participants, including industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders. This landmark event underscored Uttar Pradesh’s commitment to sustainable energy solutions and its ambition to lead India’s renewable energy revolution.
Driving Renewable Energy Innovation:
The expo featured innovative products, live demonstrations, and panel sessions with experts discussing the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in renewable energy. Topics ranged from advancements in solar power to the integration of smart grids and the rise of electric mobility, offering actionable insights for a sustainable future. The event served as a dynamic platform for fostering collaborations among industry stakeholders, driving investments, and promoting green technology adoption across Uttar Pradesh.
A Vision for Energy Independence:
Chief Guest Arvind Kumar Sharma, State Power Minister, inaugurated the event and emphasized its role in advancing energy independence. “The UP Energy Expo 2025 is a pivotal step toward making Uttar Pradesh a leader in sustainable energy,” Sharma stated. He highlighted Ayodhya’s transformation into UP’s first solar city under the Energy Policy 2022, noting that renewable sources already contribute 10% of Ayodhya’s electricity. Similar solar initiatives are underway in 16 additional municipal corporations, with the state government offering full support to entrepreneurs investing in solar energy.
Uttar Pradesh: A Hub for Solar Investment
Jatinder Singh, representing PHDCCI, underscored the critical role of solar energy in achieving Uttar Pradesh’s goal of becoming a trillion-dollar economy. Meanwhile, Ashish Kumar Goel, Chairperson of the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL), highlighted the state’s emergence as an investment hub for solar projects and energy storage. “With government subsidies for advanced solar storage initiatives, Uttar Pradesh is paving the way for a robust renewable energy ecosystem,” Goel noted.