International Women’s Day: Celebrating Women’s Impact on India’s Clean Energy Revolution

Happy International Women's Day! Energetica India wants to give a shout-out to all the awesome women making moves in renewable energy and e-mobility sector.

They're pushing for a greener and fairer energy future for everybody. India's going big on clean energy, and women are a huge part of that change. Even though they make up about 32 percent of the renewable energy workforce globally and 11 percent in India, they're pushing new ideas, getting policies changed, and leading clean energy projects. They're changing things up and setting a high bar.

Having more women in renewable energy isn't just about looking fair. It's about getting the most out of everyone's abilities, which can boost India's goal of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel by 2030. Some studies say that if we had 30 percent women in the field, we could create millions of more jobs. From science and tech grads to entrepreneurs, women are super important for bringing new ideas and making sure everyone's voice is heard. Programs and fair hiring are helping to build a more inclusive workforce.

Let's appreciate these strong, dedicated women who are making big changes. Their stories prove that diversity is key to new ideas and sustainability. As we work toward a cleaner future, their work will be vital in making renewable energy better for everyone. So, on this International Women's Day, Energetica India is giving a big thanks to these amazing women for their hard work. Let's keep breaking down walls, creating an inclusive environment, and helping more women lead the way to a sustainable tomorrow.

Congrats to these women leaders who were selected through the nominations!

Alka Chauhan – Marketing Leader for India, First Solar

Alka Chauhan, Marketing Leader at First Solar, has 10 years in solar energy, driving awareness and education on sustainability and responsible renewable energy adoption.

Ankita Bhatnagar – Senior Advisor for Energy, Resources, and Climate Change, Australian High Commission

Ankita Bhatnagar has been instrumental in advancing Australia-India renewable energy collaboration, leading key initiatives in solar, green hydrogen, and critical minerals investment partnerships.
 

Anu Bararia – AVP - Corporate Communications, BrightNight

Anu Bararia, with 16 years of experience, including seven in energy, drives renewable narratives, global collaborations, and advocates for climate action and women's leadership.

Archana Bhatnagar – Director - Project & Market Development, South Asia, Wärtsilä India Pvt. Ltd.

Archana Bhatnagar, with 30 years in energy, advocates flexible gas-based power generation to support renewables, minimize curtailment, and drive a transition to sustainable fuels.

Arushi Sana – Co-Founder, Santerra Industries

Arushi Sana pioneered India's first woman-owned BioPellet Factory, producing eco-friendly biomass pellets without artificial binders through Santerra Industries.

Dr. Charusmita – Director, Statcon Energiaa Pvt. Ltd.

Dr. Charusmita, an expert in energy storage and power electronics, drives innovation, marketing, and communication in solar, defense, railways, and green hydrogen sectors.

Deepika Mathur – Director, Sunterra Renewables Pvt. Ltd.

Deepika Mathur, Director of Sunterra Renewables, has 19 years in solar energy, leading C&I and government projects, driving sustainable solutions and successful solar deployments.

Manjula Girish – Business Head, EV Charging and Photovoltaic Inverter Division, Delta Electronics India

Manjula Girish, with over 20 years in renewables and e-mobility, has driven India’s EV infrastructure, including a nationwide charging network collaboration with Tata Motors.

Namita Deodhe – Solar Technology and Engineering Expert, AFRY

Namita Deodhe, with 8 years in renewables, specializes in due diligence, ensuring feasibility and efficiency in solar projects through her strong technical expertise.

Er. Neha Sakka – Electrical Engineer (Policy & Industrial Area), JVVNL; Founder, TEVAOP

Er. Neha Sakka, Electrical Engineer at JVVNL, has 6+ years in power and renewables. She founded TEVAOP to promote e-mobility, green technologies, and sustainability.

Nehal Gupta – Managing Director & Founder, Accelerated Money for U (AMU)

Nehal Gupta, MD & Founder of Accelerated Money for U (AMU), drives EV financing across 15 states, empowering MSMEs and women entrepreneurs while promoting sustainable, carbon-neutral mobility in India.

Nidhi Sharma – Director, Zuvay Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

With 15 years in solar energy, Nidhi Sharma, Director of Zuvay Technologies, drives turnkey manufacturing and greenfield projects, advocating for renewable energy solutions.

Preeti Bajaj – CEO & Managing Director, Luminous Power Technologies

Preeti Bajaj, with 20 years in clean energy, has led growth in power backup, solar, and renewables across Australia and Asia, driving strategy and transformation.
 

Rajashree Nambiar – Co-founder & CEO, Ecofy

With 30 years in financial services, Rajashree Nambiar, CEO of Ecofy, drives green mobility through innovative financing for EVs and clean energy.

Rajni Bhandari – Director & Head of Marketing, Communication & Branding, AMPIN Energy Transition

Rajni Bhandari, a renewable energy leader with 15 years of experience, drives brand positioning and stakeholder engagement at AMPIN Energy Transition.

Dr. Ritu Mathur – Senior Fellow & Director of the Energy Assessment & Modeling Division, TERI

Dr. Ritu Mathur, with 30+ years in energy-economy-environment modeling, has shaped India's NDCs and contributed to global climate policy through IPCC reports.

Rosette Soares – Head of Marketing & Communications, GREW Solar

Rosette Soares drives global branding and market expansion for GREW Solar, showcasing its 8 GW module manufacturing and 3 GW upcoming cell production, strengthening investor engagement.
 

Dr. Ruchika Asija – Director of Sales, enPossibilities Pvt. Ltd.

Dr. Ruchika Asija, Director of Sales at enPossibilities, has 7 years in solar energy, driving 1GW inverter supply and advancing sustainable energy adoption in India.

Shreya Mishra – CEO & Co-Founder, SolarSquare

Shreya Mishra, with five years in solar, leads SolarSquare in making solar adoption affordable, benefiting 20,000 homes and ensuring savings with an industry-first performance guarantee.

Tanya Singhal – Founder & Director, SolarArise and Mynzo Carbon

Tanya Singhal, with 18 years in solar, founded SolarArise, deploying INR 2,000 crore for 500 MW projects and cutting 600,000 tons of CO₂ annually.

Vasudha Madhavan – Founder & CEO, Ostara Advisors

Vasudha Madhavan, Founder & CEO of Ostara Advisors, has 20+ years in clean-tech and EVs, leading major transactions.