Events
Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) had a three-day IEEFA Energy Finance Conference at Kuala Lumpur last week bringing experts from around the world to focus on effective solutions in Asian energy markets. Our panel deliberated on credit and forex risks with Lasitha Perera, Harald Hirschhofer, Dhruba Purkayastha, and was moderated by Saurabh Trivedi.
In recent years, the financial landscape has witnessed a seismic shift with the proliferation of alternate data sources, reshaping how investment professionals analyze markets, assess risks, and uncover opportunities. Traditionally, investment decisions heavily relied on traditional financial metrics, economic indicators, and company-specific data; however, the rise of alternate data marks a pivotal evolution.
Panelist on Decarbonizing India at the Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA) Conclave 2024, Mumbai. I spoke about the 5Ps that can help decarbonize India quickly: Public Private Philanthropy Policy Partnership. Getting the right mix of capital and policies can turbo charge the transition to the goal of Net Zero 2070.
The topic of climate change and what to do about has been front and center from many years now and with parts of Mumbai experiencing the >40C heatwave, it has become real and sizzling hot! We need to get creative about blending the power of public policy with private capital to make viable industries.
India Sustainable Investment Leadership Summit 2023, don't miss out on the panel discussion on 'The Current State of Sustainable Investing in India
International Knowledge Dissemination Seminar in Ranchi on Sustainable Energy Transitions in India Towards Net Zero 2070
Public Engagements
Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) had a three-day IEEFA Energy Finance Conference at Kuala Lumpur last week bringing experts from around the world to focus on effective solutions in Asian energy markets.
In April 2024, I, along with Akshata Kalloor, had written an opinion piece in the Financial Express (India) talking about India's changing fiscal contract.
National Investment & Infrastructure Fund Head of Research, Akhilesh Tilotia, talks about pricing of green bonds, global interest in Indian markets, and outlook on India's macroeconomic fundamentals.
Drones – how the regulations for a new and evolving technology were put in place and what opportunities open up for entrepreneurs here. [2021]
Moderated a panel comprising four Secretaries to Government of India, investors, developmental agencies, and agri industrialists. The agri reforms undertaken by the Government were deliberated in detail: these reforms have been variously called the “watershed moment”, “1991 moment”, and the “unshackling” of Indian agriculture.
My thoughts on what could be the gamechangers for the commodity finance industry. [2015]
I speak about how the entire online e-commerce digital industry is panning out in India. As India becomes more digital, immense business opportunities beginning to open. The new report launched at the event also looked at the valuations of the e-world.
Speaking in Goa, I talk about the idea of a Citizen as a Consumer
Speaking at Washington, DC, I look at India’s urbanization – listen in for a fascinating panel discussion!
Address at my alma mater’s (IIMA) current PGP 1, 2 and X on the various career pathways possible for them – and how to make Choices. [2018]
