Shell India Hosts Changemakers of Tomorrow 2024, Showcasing Innovations For Sustainable Energy Future

Shell India recently held the second edition of its flagship event, Changemakers of Tomorrow 2024, in Bengaluru. The daylong event convened key experts, industry leaders and innovators to engage, collaborate and design unique solutions towards shaping the future of energy. The event was inaugurated by Madhu Bangarappa, Minister for Primary & Secondary Education, Government of Karnataka and Gaurav Gupta (IAS), Additional Chief Secretary, Energy and Water Resources, Government of Karnataka.

"It is inspiring to experience an event like Changemakers of Tomorrow that brings together the brilliance and creativity of young minds, industry leaders, and innovators. Shell’s commitment to nurturing talent is commendable and as Karnataka strives to become a hub for knowledge and technological advancements, such initiatives will help equip the youth with the mindset and skills necessary to create a more resilient energy future”, said Madhu Bangarappa, Minister for Primary & Secondary Education, Government of Karnataka.

The event showcased flagship initiatives such as Shell's NXplorers program featuring school students, Shell E4 incubated startups, and pioneering ideas in the space of low-carbon technologies and energy storage. It also included masterclasses and engaging sessions organised by Shell’s partners like Wipro, Microsoft, Accenture, Infosys, HP and Tata Consultancy Services.

Mansi Madan Tripathy, Chairperson, Shell Group of Companies in India, said, "This event spotlights the extraordinary potential and ingenuity of our next generation, who are poised to redefine the energy landscape in India. At Shell, our goal is to equip these innovators with tools, knowledge and support to drive transformative change.  With this event, we are turning our vision into reality, ensuring a balanced transition to meet today’s energy needs while building the energy system of the future through technological innovations.”

Other highlights of the event included a panel discussion featuring leading industry experts - Kamal Bali, President and Managing Director, Volvo Group India; Vijay Nirani, Managing Director, Nirani Group and TruAlt Energy, and Mansi Madan Tripathy, Chairperson, Shell Group of Companies in India. They spoke about the significance of collaboration in expanding energy choices towards a low-carbon future in India.