Alfa Laval’s National Energy Efficiency Forum, held in Pune in collaboration with the Swedish Chamber of Commerce and Industry in India, brought together a distinguished group of policymakers, scientists, technological experts, and business leaders to examine India’s accelerating path toward Net Zero. The event served as an important platform for discussing how cleaner technologies, advanced materials, and process innovations can significantly reduce industrial emissions while improving long-term energy performance.
The forum highlighted the growing relevance of the Energy Efficiency Movement (EEM), a global initiative co-founded by Alfa Laval that promotes large-scale adoption of energy-efficient solutions. With 640 member companies across 49 countries—and 140 members in India—the movement continues to strengthen international and domestic collaboration on sustainability-driven innovation. Attendees explored how improved system design, industrial optimisation, and energy-aware practices can accelerate decarbonisation across some of India’s most energy-intensive sectors.
Senior government officials shared insights on India’s broader strategies and policy directions. Representatives from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Government of Maharashtra underlined the need for coordinated action between national and state institutions. They emphasised that energy efficiency is increasingly recognised as a foundational pillar for achieving long-term climate targets, particularly as India works toward its Net Zero objective for 2070. Their reflections underscored the importance of subnational leadership, transparent climate governance, and supportive policy frameworks.
Scientific leadership also played a prominent role in shaping the day’s discussions. Experts from the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research and the National Chemical Laboratory explored how innovations in process technology, advanced materials, and industrial chemistry can transform production systems. They highlighted the crucial role of research institutions in driving scalable solutions and supporting technology transfer to industry. Their contribution reinforced the message that scientific breakthroughs, when paired with meaningful partnerships, can push the boundaries of what is possible in energy-efficient manufacturing.
The forum also integrated valuable perspectives from global sustainability leaders. Presentations from Swedish representatives highlighted the long-standing India–Sweden cooperation on clean energy and green industry transitions. Speakers stressed that international knowledge exchange is essential for scaling climate-friendly technologies and overcoming technological gaps that hinder industrial progress.
Alfa Laval’s leadership provided a global and national perspective on how industry can operationalise the energy transition. The company outlined its nearly century-long heritage in delivering heat transfer innovations that help industries reduce fuel consumption and cut emissions. Executives described how clean technology solutions—including advanced heat exchangers, thermal optimisation systems, and efficiency-led industrial upgrades—have become indispensable tools for companies seeking to strengthen competitiveness in a carbon-constrained world. They reiterated the view that energy efficiency remains one of the most cost-effective and immediate ways to reduce emissions at scale.
A central highlight of the event was the unveiling of Alfa Nova GL50, a fusion-bonded, stainless steel gas-to-liquid heat exchanger designed for high-performance applications. Engineered for sectors such as green hydrogen, fuel cells, combined heat and power, and cogeneration, the technology aims to offer superior efficiency, durability, and safety. Its launch signals Alfa Laval’s commitment to supporting India’s rapidly evolving clean energy ecosystem and enabling industries to progress toward sustainable operations.
Two panel discussions brought the event’s core themes into focus. Experts from academia, industry, and government addressed strategies for advancing electrification, improving thermal systems, scaling green hydrogen infrastructure, and creating collaborative decarbonisation models. The conversations centred on practical solutions, policy incentives, and cross-sector partnerships needed to overcome barriers to industrial sustainability.
By convening influential voices from across sectors, Alfa Laval’s National Forum reaffirmed that India’s long-term climate goals can only be achieved through a combination of technological innovation, regulatory support, and collective action. As the country continues its rapid industrial expansion, the emphasis on energy efficiency and cleaner technologies will remain critical for ensuring a competitive, low-carbon, and resilient economy.
