The Indian Sugar & Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) is all set to host the 2nd edition of ‘The India Sugar & Bio-Energy Conference’ on 26th & 27th September at JW Marriott, Aerocity in New Delhi. In collaboration with the Government of India (GOI) and the International Sugar Organisation (ISO), this year’s theme, ‘Harmonising Sweet Sustainability: Navigating India’s Path to a Green Economy’, will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders to drive dialogue, innovation, and collaboration for sustainable growth and development of the sugar and bio-energy industries.
The second edition of the conference will be inaugurated by Shri Pralhad Joshi (Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution & New & Renewable Energy, Government of India). The inauguration ceremony will also witness Mr. Deepak Ballani (Director General of ISMA) delivering a Vote of Thanks and officially launching ISMA Times – the apex body’s dedicated magazine that will capture all the major happenings and lead you to the future of the sugar and bio-energy industry.
Some of the key conference sessions to watch out for:
· ‘Global Sugar Production – S&D Dynamics’ will throw light on global sugar market trends, export opportunities, and emerging market scenarios.
· ‘Optimising Sugarcane Production in India’ is centered on busting the myths and discussing the support required & innovations to increase yield.
· ‘Ethanol – Production, Distribution, & Consumption’ is aimed at discussing the infrastructure readiness, the future of FFVs & Hybrids, and India’s journey to E100.
· ‘Integrating Sustainability into Sugar Production’ will explore innovative approaches to incorporating sustainability into every stage of sugar production.
· ‘Data Analytics & AI for Production Forecast and Mill Strategies’ is focused on how data analytics can enhance sugarcane production forecasting and improve yield prediction accuracy.
Mr. Deepak Ballani, Director General of the Indian Sugar & Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) said, “At a time when the global discussions on clean energy and sustainability continue to gain momentum, the India Sugar & Bio-Energy Conference stands at the heart of this dialogue. Our conference is more than just an event; it is an essential platform that is capable of fuelling India’s dream of a greener future. With the 2nd edition of this conference, we intend to bring policymakers, industry leaders and stakeholders together to exchange insights and collaboratively chart the course for a sustainable and prosperous tomorrow. The sugar and bio-energy sectors are vital to achieving this vision, and, with this conference, ISMA is proud to spearhead such initiatives and contribute to the growth and innovation of these industries.”
The two-day event will witness a host of dignitaries, including Special Guest H.E. Kenneth Félix Haczynski da Nóbrega (Ambassador of Brazil to India) in attendance. The conference will also feature guest speakers such as Shri Sanjeev Chopra (Secretary, Food & Public Distribution of the Government of India), Shri Aswani Srivastava (Joint Secretary {Sugar} in the Department of Food & Public Distribution (DFPD), Mr. Sangeet Singla (Chief Director {Sugar Veg Oil}, Directorate of Sugar and Vegetable Oils), Shri Rajnath Ram Advisor {Energy} at NITI Aayog, Government of India), Padma Shri Dr. Bakshi Ram, Peter de Klerk (Senior Economist, ISO), Jacob Robbins (CEO, Emeterra), Dimitri Varsano (Senior Sugar Trader, Sucden), Rob Weston (Founder HSAT) amongst others.
With sustainability, innovation, and collaboration as its key values, ISMA continues to showcase its resolute commitment to advancing the agenda of the sugar and bio-energy industries by virtue of this pioneering conference. It remains steadfast in promoting environmental stewardship, economic viability, and social responsibility to empower India in its path to a green economy.
Official conference website: www.theindiasugarandbioenergyconference.com
For more information contact: ismaconferene@ismaindia.org
