India EV Show 2024 - Conference Agenda

India EV 2025 Chennai Conference Agenda

Day 1
Day 2

June 27^th 2025

10:00 – 10:10 AM

Welcome Note

10:10 – 10:30 AM

Keynote: Inaugural

10:30 – 11:15 AM

Panel: Paving the Way for an Electric Vehicle (EV) Ecosystem in India: Strategies for Global Export Leadership

Overview of the current challenges and opportunities in establishing an EV ecosystem in India
Analysis of the government's initiatives and policies to promote EVs in India
Addressing infrastructure gaps for widespread adoption of EVs
Best practices from other countries that can be adapted to suit the Indian context
Opportunities for job creation and economic development through investment in EV technology
Vision for a future where electric vehicles are mainstreamed as a preferred mode of transportation across India

11:15 – 11:30 AM

Networking Tea

11:30 AM – 12:15 PM

Panel: Global Market Dynamics and Consumer Behaviour

Key driving factors shaping consumer behaviour in the EV sector
Regional variations in consumer attitudes towards EVs
Analysis of competitive dynamics within the EV market
Consumer perceptions and barriers to adoption of EVs
Emerging consumer trends in the EV sector
Opportunities for businesses operating within the EV sector to better understand consumer behaviours

12:15 – 12:30 PM

Keynote: Innovations in EV Technology – Cutting-edge technologies and future innovations in EVs.

12:30 – 13:15 PM

Panel: Innovation in EV Technology – Challenges & opportunities

Focus on EV software, telematics, and connectivity solution
Autonomous driving technology, safety standards, and regulatory considerations
Innovative EV design and user experience
Potential impact of these technologies on the adoption and performance of electric vehicles.
Opportunities for collaboration and investment in research and development to further advance EV technologies
Integrating cutting-edge technologies into EVs may provide challenges, such as infrastructure requirements and regulatory constraints.

13:15 – 14:15 PM

Networking Lunch

14:15 – 15:15 PM

Panel: Charging Infrastructure – The Demand of New India

Importance of a robust charging infrastructure for EV market growth.
Wireless Charging: Emerging technologies and future prospects.
Standardization and interoperability of charging stations.
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology and its potential benefits.
Advances in battery technology reducing charging time.
Role of utility companies and energy providers.
Impact of charging infrastructure on real estate and urban planning.
Expected growth and evolution of the EV charging market.
Potential impact of autonomous vehicles on charging infrastructure.
Innovations on the horizon: ultra-fast charging, battery swapping, etc.

15:15 – 15:45 PM

Networking Tea

15:45 – 16:15 PM

Panel: Collaboration and Partnerships in promoting EVs in Indian Marketplace

The role of collaboration and partnerships in promoting electric vehicles (EVs) in the Indian marketplace
Leveraging government initiatives and policies to drive collaboration for EV adoption
Importance of industry collaboration to address infrastructure challenges for EV charging stations
Developing strategic alliances between automakers, technology companies, and energy providers to advance EV innovation
Collaborative efforts to educate consumers and raise awareness about the benefits of EVs
Encouraging cross-sector partnerships to integrate renewable energy sources with EV charging infrastructure

16:15 – 17:00 PM

Fireside Chat

June 28^th 2025

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Powering the Future: Breakthroughs and Bottlenecks in Battery Manufacturing

Transitioning from traditional lithium-ion batteries to next-generation chemistries
Role of automation, AI, and machine learning in streamlining manufacturing
Reducing costs while maintaining quality and safety standards
Life-cycle analysis of different battery types and their environmental impacts
Global regulatory landscape: how regulations are shaping the future of battery manufacturing
Addressing EV battery degradation and performance issues
Integrating vehicle-to-grid technologies and improving battery management systems (BMS)

11:00 – 11:30 AM

Networking Tea

11:30 AM – 12:15 PM

Circular Energy: Innovations and Challenges in Battery Recycling

Innovations in improving recycling efficiency and material recovery rates
Technical challenges in recycling advanced battery chemistries (e.g., lithium-sulphur, solid-state batteries)
Role of recycling in alleviating dependence on mining and raw material imports
Building a global infrastructure for efficient battery collection and recycling
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and its role in driving recycling initiatives
Moving toward a closed-loop system in battery production and recycling
Energy consumption in recycling processes and how to minimize it

12:15 PM – 13:00 PM

Panel: Financing EV – How to monetize EV opportunities

How to overcome barriers to accessing government grants and subsidies.
Ensuring equitable distribution of funds across different regions and demographics.
Scaling up successful pilot projects to a national or global level.
Long-term economic benefits of investing in EVs.
Potential policy changes and their implications for funding strategies.
Importance of continued collaboration and innovation in funding EV initiatives
Leveraging emerging technologies to streamline funding processes and increase transparency.
The role of partnerships between automakers, tech companies, and energy providers in funding EV projects.
How global cooperation can enhance funding and technological advancements.

13:00 – 14:00 PM

Networking Lunch

14:00 – 14:30 PM

Panel: Opportunities and Challenges in battery manufacturing & recycling

Sourcing the raw materials sustainably is crucial to minimize environmental impact and ethical concerns
Advanced manufacturing techniques, such as solid-state batteries, are emerging to enhance efficiency and performance
Global supply chain complexity due to sourcing raw materials from different parts of the world.
Potential bottlenecks in supply can impact production rates and costs.
Mitigates environmental impact by reducing waste and recovering valuable materials
Developing efficient and cost-effective recycling methods
Developing standardized protocols for battery design to simplify recycling processes.
Development of new battery technologies like solid-state batteries that are easier to recycle.

14:30 – 15:15 PM

Powering the World: Securing the Future of the Global Battery Supply Chain

Availability and future outlook for key battery materials like lithium, cobalt, nickel, and graphite
Strategies for diversifying material sourcing to reduce supply chain vulnerabilities
Ensuring environmentally sustainable mining practices and reducing the carbon footprint of raw material extraction
Optimizing logistics and transportation to minimize delays and reduce costs
Impact of global events on supply chain disruption and mitigation strategies
Innovations in battery chemistry and materials that reduce dependency on scarce resources

15:15 – 15:45 PM

Networking Tea

15:45 – 16:30 PM

Panel: Skill Requirements for the Future EV Workforce

Identify the essential skills and knowledge areas required for the EV industry.
Discuss the challenges and opportunities in upskilling the current workforce.
Highlight the role of education and training programs in preparing future talent.
Examine industry collaborations with educational institutions and training providers.

16:30 – 17:15 PM

Panel: Startups & OEMs

Role of startups and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in driving innovation.
Disruptive technologies introduced by startups (e.g., battery advancements, autonomous driving systems).
How traditional OEMs are transitioning to electric mobility.
Benefits of collaboration: Combining agility and innovation with scale and resources.
How startups and OEMs are preparing for future challenges and opportunities.
Role of startups and OEMs in educating the market and driving demand.
Regulatory challenges and opportunities in different regions.
Differences in market dynamics across regions (e.g., North America, Europe, Asia).

17:15 – 18:00 PM

Driving the Future: Accelerating the Four-Wheeler EV Market in India

Motivations for purchase (environmental concerns, cost savings, technology adoption)
Misconceptions and myths about EV performance and safety
Innovations in EV powertrains and energy management systems
Home and workplace charging solutions
Total cost of ownership comparison between EVs and ICE vehicles

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