"WE ARE COMMITTED TO A CARBON-NEUTRAL ENERGY FUTURE"
The Machinist|June 2024
As the MD and CEO of Hitachi Energy for India and South Asia, N Venu oversees over 11,000 passionate professionals from India to New Zealand to deliver cutting-edge technologies that enable smart cities and sustainable power grid infrastructure. In an exclusive interaction with Rahul Kamat, he talks about how he oversaw the establishment of Hitachi Energy, which unites the histories of Hitachi and ABB Power Grids and embarked on a new chapter, combining the adaptability of a newly formed company with the century-long expertise of both organisations.
"WE ARE COMMITTED TO A CARBON-NEUTRAL ENERGY FUTURE"

To begin with, what drew you to the energy sector, and what inspired you to take on leadership roles within Hitachi Energy?

There is no singular factor but a few key ones. The first was aptitude and aspiration. When I started, electrical and electronics as a sector was a budding field that engineers in my generation aspired to. It equipped you to work on nation-building projects, something that was gaining significant pace in the late 80s and early 90s. Bringing power and, with it, opportunities to millions of people, gave you a sense of pride and fulfilment.

What kept me in the energy space was the rapid evolution that began soon after I joined the sector. In my time at ABB, the grid was embracing more and more, and electromechanical relays were being replaced by those with microprocessors, and later India, became one of the first countries to adopt the IE61850 standards.

Subsequently, the energy sector aligned with my beliefs about the environment and our impact on the earth. My role has expanded over the years, this is in part due to the drive to do more but mainly should be attributed to my leaders and mentors, who taught me the ropes and how to harness my potential.

At Hitachi Energy, we are not just working to make infrastructure improvements and encourage the transition to clean energy sources and technologies. We are committed to accelerating progress towards a carbon-neutral energy future.

In less than two years since announcing our goal of reaching Net Zero by 2030, Hitachi Energy has accomplished several significant milestones and one of them is the 100 per cent deployment fossil-free electricity throughout its offices and plants. We have lowered our carbon emissions by more than 88 per cent already through innovative processes and other creative improvements.

This story is from the June 2024 edition of The Machinist.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

This story is from the June 2024 edition of The Machinist.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

MORE STORIES FROM THE MACHINISTView All
SIMPLE AND SECURE NETWORKING: UMATI CONNECTS THE MACHINE PARK AT UNITED GRINDING
The Machinist

SIMPLE AND SECURE NETWORKING: UMATI CONNECTS THE MACHINE PARK AT UNITED GRINDING

The UNITED GRINDING Group serves a diverse customer base, ranging from small businesses to large corporations, across industries including automotive, aerospace, tool and die, and precision mechanics.

time-read
2 mins  |
October 2024
OUR AI-ENABLED PLATFORM ADDRESSES THE CHALLENGES POSED BY THE RETIRING WORKFORCE
The Machinist

OUR AI-ENABLED PLATFORM ADDRESSES THE CHALLENGES POSED BY THE RETIRING WORKFORCE

In an interview, Vivek Joshi, Co-founder and CEO of Entytle, discusses their Al-enabled platform addressing OEM workforce challenges by automating the knowledge of retiring employees, reducing reliance on slow recruitment. He also explains how the platform preserves institutional knowledge, cleans and unifies data, and identifies growth opportunities, mitigating risks from unfilled positions.

time-read
4 mins  |
October 2024
INDIA'S DEFENCE EXPENDITURE AND DEVELOPMENT: FROM INDEPENDENCE TO ATMANIRBHARTA
The Machinist

INDIA'S DEFENCE EXPENDITURE AND DEVELOPMENT: FROM INDEPENDENCE TO ATMANIRBHARTA

India’s journey from a nascent post-independence state to a burgeoning global power in defence is a testament to strategic foresight, policy perseverance, and the indomitable spirit of self-reliance. Over the decades, India has gradually shifted from reliance on foreign defence supplies to fostering a robust indigenous defence manufacturing sector, aligning with the broader vision of Atmanirbharta.

time-read
4 mins  |
October 2024
ADI'S VISION FOR BMS GOES BEYOND MANAGING BATTERY CHARGE
The Machinist

ADI'S VISION FOR BMS GOES BEYOND MANAGING BATTERY CHARGE

Analog Devices India ADI) is pioneering advanced battery management systems (BMS) that revolutionise e-mobility. Vivek Tyagi, Managing Director, Field Sales at Analog Devices India, shares the company’s vision for BMS in electric vehicles and its R&D efforts in India.

time-read
3 mins  |
October 2024
NEW DEVELOPMENT BENCHMARKS IN MILLING
The Machinist

NEW DEVELOPMENT BENCHMARKS IN MILLING

A look at recent advancements from ISCAR that will have profound impacts on the future direction of milling.

time-read
4 mins  |
October 2024
WE AIM TO DOUBLE OUR REVENUE TO RS 6,500 CRORE BY 2025
The Machinist

WE AIM TO DOUBLE OUR REVENUE TO RS 6,500 CRORE BY 2025

Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd. KOEL), a dominant player in diesel engines and generator sets, is setting its sights on doubling its revenue from Rs 3,200 crore to Rs 6,500 crore by 2025. As the company marks 75 years in the industry, in an exclusive interaction, Rahul Sahai, CEO, Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd KOEL), reflects on its legacy and ambitious plans. With a strong market share of 30 per cent in the diesel generator market, KOEL’s success is rooted in continued investments in technology and infrastructure. Edited excerpts:

time-read
8 mins  |
October 2024
TRITON WILL BE RS 500 CR COMPANY IN THE NEXT 3-5 YEARS
The Machinist

TRITON WILL BE RS 500 CR COMPANY IN THE NEXT 3-5 YEARS

In an interaction Jitendra Srivastava, CEO, Triton Logistics Maritime Private Limited spoke about the company’s plans, collaboration and technology adoption in the logistics sector. Edited excerpts...

time-read
7 mins  |
October 2024
LEADING THE TRANSITION TO A GREENER, MORE EFFICIENT FUTURE
The Machinist

LEADING THE TRANSITION TO A GREENER, MORE EFFICIENT FUTURE

In an interview with Saishree Mohanty, Anirudh Bhuwalka, CEO of Blue Energy Motors, discusses the company’s efforts to revolutionise India’s trucking industry with LNG-powered vehicles, sustainability initiatives, and future growth plans.

time-read
3 mins  |
October 2024
UNVEILING THE PATH TO AI-DRIVEN MANUFACTURING EXCELLENCE IN INDIA
The Machinist

UNVEILING THE PATH TO AI-DRIVEN MANUFACTURING EXCELLENCE IN INDIA

As the industry delves into AI and cloud computing, the article explores the many challenges and opportunities that will influence the future of Indian manufacturing.

time-read
3 mins  |
October 2024
DIGITALISATION AND THE POWER OF SAAS FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES
The Machinist

DIGITALISATION AND THE POWER OF SAAS FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES

As small and medium enterprises SMEs) face increasing pressure to innovate and accelerate time-to-market, adopting digital transformation is crucial. Leveraging Software as a Service SaaS) offers SMEs an affordable, scalable solution to streamline operations, boost productivity, and remain competitive in today’s fast-paced market.

time-read
3 mins  |
October 2024