India is charting a course towards a greener energy future marked by both challenges and opportunities. The India Energy Week (IEW) serves as a vital platform for discussions on the country's energy sector, emphasizing renewable energy, green hydrogen, and decarbonization. Hemant Mallya, an energy expert from the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), highlighted India's enormous renewable energy potential, making it a significant player in global markets. With low production costs and a focus on green hydrogen, biofuels, and waste utilization, India aims to diversify its energy mix. However, challenges like high cost of capital and a nascent green energy ecosystem pose hurdles. China's dominance in renewable energy manufacturing presents stiff competition, but India can leverage emerging technologies like sodium-ion batteries to innovate and compete. By addressing these challenges and focusing on niche areas, India can solidify its position as a key player in the global renewable energy landscape.