Debmalya Sen Appointed President of India Energy Storage Alliance

New Delhi, April 1 — The India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) has named Debmalya Sen as its new President, effective immediately, marking a significant leadership move aimed at accelerating India’s clean energy transition.

Strategic Leadership to Boost Energy Storage Ecosystem​

In his new role, Sen will lead IESA’s strategic initiatives, industry collaborations, and policy advocacy, according to Vinayak Walimbe, Managing Director of Customized Energy Solutions India Pvt Ltd. Walimbe emphasized that Sen's expertise in battery storage, grid modernization, and green hydrogen will be instrumental in advancing IESA’s mission of building a resilient and sustainable energy future.

A Proven Track Record in Energy Transition​

Prior to joining IESA, Sen held the position of India Lead – Advanced Energy Solutions at the World Economic Forum. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in shaping global and national conversations on energy transition, policy frameworks, and cutting-edge technologies, including green hydrogen and energy storage.

Sen has also worked closely with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) in formulating India's energy storage policies.

"With the increasing role of energy storage and clean technologies in achieving India's net-zero goals, I look forward to driving innovation, policy support, and industry collaboration to accelerate the sector's growth," said Debmalya Sen.

IESA: Championing India’s Net-Zero Vision​

Established in 2012 by Customized Energy Solutions (CES), IESA envisions transforming India into a global hub for R&D, manufacturing, and deployment of advanced energy storage, electric mobility, and green hydrogen technologies.

Today, IESA boasts a strong network of over 180 member companies spanning sectors such as:
  • Energy storage
  • EV manufacturing
  • Charging infrastructure
  • Green hydrogen
  • Microgrids
  • Power electronics
  • Renewable energy
  • Academic research
  • Clean tech startups
Through its initiatives, IESA is actively contributing to India’s journey toward its Net Zero targets, fostering innovation and sustainable development across the energy ecosystem.
 
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