JAMMU, Jul 8: The 17th Edition of EPS Industry Connect – The Energy Exchange, organised by Industrial Outlook in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Energy Development Agency (JAKEDA), concluded successfully at Radisson Blu, Jammu, bringing together over 250 policymakers, industry leaders, renewable energy developers, investors and technology experts to discuss the future of clean energy in Jammu & Kashmir.
Held under the theme “Powering Jammu & Kashmir – India’s Mountain Energy Frontier,” the conference featured keynote addresses, panel discussions and technical sessions on Hydro-Solar Synergy, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Smart Grids, EV Infrastructure, Open Access, Captive Solar, Green Tourism and the evolving renewable energy policy landscape.
The event was graced by Babila Rakwal, Commissioner/Secretary, Science & Technology Department and Chairperson, JAKEDA Executive Committee, as the Chief Guest. She highlighted the importance of renewable energy in ensuring sustainable development and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to promoting clean energy initiatives in the Union Territory.
The conference provided a valuable platform for government representatives and industry stakeholders to exchange ideas, address implementation challenges and strengthen partnerships for accelerating renewable energy deployment, attracting investments and supporting Jammu & Kashmir’s transition towards a sustainable, resilient and low-carbon energy future.