Asia’s Largest Clean Energy Convergence Opens at Greater Noida – REI Expo & The Battery Show India

• Battery Storage Demand Set to Reach 208 GWh by 2030, with Over 8 GWh Already Under Construction.
• India’s Renewable Energy Capacity Reaches 308 GW as Country Advances Towards 500 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Target by 2030.

Greater Noida, 22^nd October 2026: Informa Markets in India today inaugurated the 19^th edition of the Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo, co-located with the 4^th edition of The Battery Show India (TBSI) and the 2^nd edition of the Energy Storage Summit India taking place from October 22–24, 2026, at the India Expo Mart, Greater Noida.

The three-day platform brings together over 1,080 exhibitors, 1,400 brands and more than 54,000 industry professionals with participation spanning international markets. The platform serves as a meeting point for global businesses, technology providers, industry leaders and policymakers to exchange perspectives, explore emerging technologies and forge partnerships shaping the future of clean energy and energy storage.

The grand inaugural ceremony was graced by prominent government dignitaries and industry leaders, including; Mr. John Swinney MSP, First Minister of Scotland; HE Mr. Philip Green OAM, Australia’s High Commissioner to India; Dr. Jai Asundi, Executive Director, CSTEP, India; and Ms. Anandi Iyer, Director, Fraunhofer Office, India.

The ceremony was also honoured by key international dignitaries, including H.E. Mrs. Inga Ionesii, Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to India; Mr. Daisaku Yukita, Chief Director General of JETRO India; Mr. Levente Kardos, Economic and Commercial Counsellor, Embassy of Hungary; Mr. Shayron Tower, Minister-Counsellor, Embassy of the Republic of Nicaragua; Mr. John Grimes, CEO of the Renewable Energy Council Asia Pacific (RECAP); Mr. Benedikt Rothhagen, International Project Manager – Department of Battery Production, VDMA; Ms. Alyssa Pek, Strategy Director, Global Solar Council, alongside Mr. Wouter Molman, Chief Commercial Officer, inD; Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India and Mr. Rajneesh Khattar, Senior Group Director-Energy and Construction Portfolio, Informa Markets in India.

First Minister of Scotland John Swinney said,

“Scotland and India share a common ambition: to build prosperous, modern economies powered by clean energy, innovation and international partnerships. If we work together, we can help ensure that more of the economic benefits of the energy transition are felt in our communities, support our businesses and create lasting opportunities for people in both of our countries. It was a privilege to address the Renewable Energy India Expo today, one of the largest clean energy events in Asia. Scotland is ready to be a partner in India’s energy transition and together we can realise our ambitions by combining Scottish expertise and innovation with India’s scale, talent and capability.”

HE Mr. Philip Green OAM, Australia’s High Commissioner to India, mentioned,

“India and Australia have a tremendous opportunity to accelerate the global energy transition by combining Australia’s engineering innovation and critical mineral resources with India’s manufacturing strength and integration into global supply chains. Australia is firmly committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with a target of 82% renewable energy in its electricity grid by 2030. More than 30% of Australian rooftops already have solar installations, and the country’s growing reliance on renewable energy has helped reduce electricity prices over the past year, strengthening the case for energy security through clean power. Australia also brings significant capabilities in critical minerals, producing more than 50% of the world’s lithium, holding the second-largest cobalt reserves globally and ranking second or third in rare earths. These resources, combined with India’s ambitions in EV and battery manufacturing, present significant opportunities for bilateral collaboration. At the Renewable Energy India Expo, Australia is represented by 20 companies and 32 exhibitors, showcasing expertise in energy storage, grid technologies, green hydrogen, digital solutions and renewable energy integration. With Australian engineering innovation, including PERC solar cell technology developed at the University of New South Wales, and India’s manufacturing capabilities, both countries can strengthen supply chains, expand clean energy deployment and support a more secure and sustainable energy future.”

Mr. Yogesh Mudras, Managing Director, Informa Markets in India, said

“The sheer international scale of this edition, hosting over 1,080 exhibitors, 1,400 global brands, and delegations from more than 10 countries reflects the incredible global interest in India’s clean energy expansion. With India’s renewable energy market compounding at a 15% CAGR toward 486 GW by 2030, and our battery storage sector expanding at an extraordinary 33% CAGR to cross $8.5 billion by 2031, we have reached an execution phase where generation and grid storage must scale in tandem. By co-locating REI Expo and The Battery Show India, we create a powerful confluence where solar developers, cell manufacturers, international investors, and policymakers directly align. This integration is vital for building domestic manufacturing resilience, unlocking critical capital, and securing India’s net-zero transition.”

Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo 2026

The REI Expo focuses on expanding renewable power generation across utility-scale solar, bioenergy, green hydrogen, and decentralized applications. Leading exhibitors showcasing next-generation PV modules, inverters, and clean technologies on the show floor include Waaree Energies, Premier Energies, Vikram Solar, Reliance, Avaada, ReNew, Adani Solar, GREW, Kosol Energie, Emmvee Energies, Gautam Solar, Dhash Green Energy, Wattpower, Deye Inverters, and Solis. International participation was highlighted by Australia as the Official Partner Country, dedicated country pavilions from Germany and Australia, and a Bio Energy Pavilion featuring over 50 global companies. The event also welcomed delegations from Scotland, European Union, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan and China. The Startup Pavilion and Investor Zone further offered opportunities for emerging businesses, investors and industry stakeholders to connect.

The conference programme features dedicated tracks with an overarching theme, Engineering India’s Net Zero Economy. On Day 1, REI sessions focused on profitable renewable energy expansion, international technology transfer and regulatory compliance under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) framework. On Day 2, discussions will pivot towards commercial and industrial decarbonization, corporate renewable procurement, rooftop adoption under PM Surya Ghar, floating solar innovations, and 24×7 hybrid power dispatch. Day 3 will kick off the International Bio-Energy Conference which will explore the opportunities shaping India’s bioenergy ecosystem, such as CBG and circular bioeconomy models, emerging technologies, and the next generation of renewable fuels along with a session by The Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP) on the next phase of rooftop solar in India.

The Battery Show India (TBSI) & Energy Storage Summit 2026

Running concurrently, the 4^th edition of The Battery Show India and the 2^nd edition of Energy Storage Summit India address the critical systems needed to power electric mobility and integrate renewable energy into the grid. The show floor highlighted advances in battery chemistry, cell manufacturing machinery, Battery Management Systems (BMS), power electronics, testing equipment, and large-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Prominent participating brands included CATL, Envision, Pom Power Systems, Lineage Power, Smart Grids, DDEV Plastics Clean Energy, PNT, EVE Energy, Semco Infratech, IPower Batteries, Bharat Cell, Epsilon, and Saint-Gobain.

Supported by the Ministry of Heavy Industries, the expo featured key highlights such as a dedicated German Pavilion and a specialised BESS Hall, alongside participation from markets including South Korea, Japan, Germany and China. Addressing the Central Electricity Authority’s National Electricity Plan target of 208 GWh in battery storage requirement by 2030, Day 1 sessions centered on long-duration energy storage frameworks, policy enablers for domestic gigafactory scaling, and grid balancing strategies. Day 2 will turn the focus toward EV battery packaging, thermal management, public charging infrastructure, circular economy models through battery recycling. Day 3 will host a masterclass by Battery360 on building the digital backbone for India’s circular battery economy.

Renewable Energy Sector Outlook

India’s renewable energy sector continues its rapid expansion, reaching 247.18 GW of installed renewable capacity (excluding large hydro) and 308.03 GW of total non-fossil capacity. Solar power forms the bedrock of this generation mix with 171.05 GW installed, supported by 59.20 GW of wind power and scaling bioenergy assets. Driven by a record FY 2025–26 addition of 55.29 GW of non-fossil capacity, led by 44.61 GW in solar-the sector is accelerating aggressively toward the nation’s 500 GW non-fossil capacity target by 2030.

Critical policy mechanisms, such as the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) and the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for high-efficiency solar modules, are driving robust domestic cell and module manufacturing. Simultaneously, corporate power adoption is surging as commercial and industrial (C&I) buyers increasingly leverage open access, group captive projects, and 24×7 green power purchase agreements to secure competitive tariffs and satisfy strict ESG mandates.

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Outlook

As intermittent solar and wind capacity scales, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) have emerged as the absolute backbone of India’s grid integration and peak demand management. Under the Central Electricity Authority’s National Electricity Plan, India is projected to require a staggering 208 GWh of battery energy storage capacity by 2030, with over 35.8 GWh already under active construction. To support this rapid ramp-up, central frameworks including the PLI scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) manufacturing and major grid initiatives like the Green Energy Corridor Phase III are unlocking billions in capital to establish localized gigafactories. Covering everything from advanced cell chemistries (LFP, sodium-ion) and Battery Management Systems (BMS) to utility-scale containerized BESS and battery recycling, the market is attracting high-value joint ventures between global technology leaders and domestic energy majors to build a self-reliant, future-ready energy storage supply chain.

Supported by key industry associations including the Indian Bioenergy Association, the European Cluster Collaboration Platform (ECCP), CSTEP and TERI, as well as leading knowledge partners such as BloombergNEF, Wood Mackenzie, CEEW, Mobility Global, Frost & Sullivan, 1Lattice, pv magazine, Praxis Global, CSTEP and Fraunhofer Office, India, the event establishes a unified ecosystem connecting renewable power generation directly with cell manufacturing and energy storage.

Festivity of Business 2026 Campaign

Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo and The Battery Show India 2026 are part of Informa Markets in India’s 7th Festivity of Business campaign. Themed Celebrating the Power of Possibility, the 100-day celebration brings together a diverse portfolio of leading exhibitions across several sectors to mark the convergence of innovation, sustainability and bold ideas that are shaping the future of business. Through platforms such as REI and TBSI, Informa Markets continues to enable industry collaboration, knowledge exchange and business growth in an increasingly technology-driven and interconnected world.