Event Schedule

Tuesday, 27 February 2024

Xcelerate New Delhi

Day 1 Conference Schedule

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Registration Open & Networking Lunch

2:00 pm - 2:10 pm

A Warm Welcome to Xcelerate New Delhi 2024

Our Chief Revenue Officer, Stuart Kelly, opens the Xcelerate 2024 conference with a warm welcome and provides an update on Energy Exemplar and PLEXOS in the region.

Speaker

My project-1 (3)
Stuart Kelly
Chief Revenue Officer
Energy Exemplar

2:10 pm - 2:45 pm

Energy Exemplar Keynote

The Energy Analytics & Decision Platform
Hear from Energy Exemplar's CEO, David Wilson and COO, Prajval Parthasarathy in an inspiring and thought-provoking keynote on the future of energy modeling. 

Speakers

David Wilson
David Wilson
Chief Executive Officer
Energy Exemplar
Prajval_
Prajval Parthasarathy
Chief Operating Officer
Energy Exemplar

2:45 pm - 3:30 pm

Guest Panel Discussion

Unlocking the Future: The Role of Advanced Energy Modeling & Analytics in India’s Energy Transition

Join us for a thought-provoking keynote panel session as we delve into the dynamic landscape of India's energy transition. As the nation sets ambitious targets to achieve a sustainable and resilient energy future, the spotlight is on the pivotal role played by Advanced Energy Modeling and Analytics. This session brings together industry experts, innovators, and thought leaders to explore the transformative power of cutting-edge technologies in shaping India's energy destiny.

 

Speakers

S R Narasimhan-1
Mr. S Narasimhan
CMD
Grid Controller of India
Mr Sinha_BSES
Mr. Amal Sinha
Director
BSES Rajdhani Ltd
Mr. Nitin Sabikhi
SVP & Head of Energy Markets & Portfolio Planning
Renew
Ms. Ammi Toppo
Chief Engineer
Central Electricity Authority, Indian Government
Sushil Soonee-1
Mr. Sushil Kumar Soonee (Moderator)
Former CEO & Advisor
POSOCO

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Use Case Presentation - Modeling India Resource Adequacy Planning and Optimal Energy Mix (Discom Level, State Level & Country Level)

We are excited to be joined by, Dr. Dante Recalde, VP Solutions APAC for an insightful presentation on how PLEXOS can be used for resource adequacy and energy capacity use cases.

Speaker

Dante
Dr Dante Recalde
VP Solutions, APAC
Energy Exemplar

4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Afternoon Break - High Tea

4:30 pm - 4:50 pm

Live Case Study Presentation by Indian User

Modeling Green Ammonia Value Chain: Gentari Experience

In this session, Gentari will provide an assessment of how they have modeled the green ammonia value chain using PLEXOS. Throughout the presentation, Mr Sandeep Sarin from Gentari will uncover the diverse modelling methods used to scrutinise, analyse and optimise the value chain for renewable-powered ammonia production. Expect a demonstration highlighting how Gentari has used PLEXOS to assess the green ammonia project feasibility. Additionally, we will also gain insight into company’s businesses and how they use PLEXOS to make smart investment choices.

Speaker

Sandeep Sarin_Gentari
Sandeep Sarin
Head of Energy Planning & Optimization
Gentari

4:50 pm - 5:10 pm

Live Case Study Presentation by Indian User

Serentica - PLEXOS use case in RTC Modeling

Showcase how digital twin modeling in PLEXOS can help drive investment decisions for RTC projects through constraint modeling, modeling strategies & analytical functionalities.

Speaker

Himanshu Agrawal_Serentica
Himanshu Agrawal
Serentica

5:10 pm - 5:40 pm

Use Case Presentation - Decarbonisation pathways and net zero planning in PLEXOS

We are excited to be joined by, Andrej Trpovski, Team Lead, Solutions APAC for an insightful presentation on how PLEXOS can be used for decarbonisation modeling use cases.

Speaker

Andrej
Andrej Trpovski
Team Lead - Solutions, APAC
Energy Exemplar

5:40 pm - 6:00 pm

Live Case Study Presentation by Indian User

Hydro Optimisation and DISCOM Market Modeling

Join us for an insightful event session where industry experts delve into the Tata Power Hydro optimisation problem, addressing the challenges encountered in developing an integrated hydro-discom optimisation model. Explore the innovative solutions presented, including the modification of the hydro optimisation approach, isolation of hydro and DISCOM models, and the strategic interlinking for comprehensive water and cost optimisation.

Speakers

Mr Sagar_TataP
Sagar Sahastrabudhe
Tata Power
Nitin Lothe
Tata Power

6:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Leveraging The India Dataset

Explore the world of Simulation-ready PLEXOS India dataset at 15 mts granularity. It contains all the power plants and their operational characteristics, transmission details, geolocations of plants, load profiles, demand forecast, solar wind and hydro shapes/generation profiles, and market constraints for the whole of India.

Speaker

Dante
Dr Dante Recalde
VP Solutions, APAC
Energy Exemplar

6:30 pm - 6:40 pm

Summary and Closure

Our Chief Revenue Officer, Stuart Kelly, will close out the day before the networking reception begins.

Speaker

My project-1 (3)
Stuart Kelly
Chief Revenue Officer
Energy Exemplar

6:45 PM - 9:00 PM

Networking Reception

Embark on a night of elegance and celebration on the Leela Palace Terrace during our special evening networking event.

Join industry luminaries and peers for a glamorous dinner under the stars, overlooking the city.