POWERGRID’s Director Earns ‘Sustainability Leader of the Year 2024’ Recognition
- Muhammad Ahmad
- Nov 22, 2024
- 2 min read
Recognized for pioneering achievements in the transmission sector, Srivastava wins the Sustainability Leader of the Year 2024 award
Shri Naveen Srivastava’s contributions to green power transmission underline the importance of sustainable energy infrastructure
Shri Naveen Srivastava, POWERGRID’s Director (Operations & Projects), wins the ‘Sustainability Leader of the Year 2024’ award.
Awarded at the Global Sustainability Awards hosted by the Global Energy & Environment Foundation (GEEF).
Boasts 25+ years of expertise in Operations and Maintenance (O&M), Testing and Commissioning (T&C), and advanced SCADA technologies.
Shri Naveen Srivastava, Director (Operations & Projects) at POWERGRID, has been honored as the Sustainability Leader of the Year 2024 at the prestigious Global Sustainability Awards, organized by the Global Energy & Environment Foundation (GEEF). The award recognizes his outstanding contributions to the power transmission sector and his role in driving sustainability within the energy infrastructure of India.
This recognition underscores the growing significance of sustainable practices in the energy sector, where efficient power transmission plays a crucial role in reducing carbon footprints and supporting renewable energy integration. Srivastava’s leadership is seen as a benchmark in advancing eco-friendly initiatives within high-capacity energy networks.
Technical Focus
India’s power transmission sector is critical for renewable energy integration. With a renewable energy target of 500 GW by 2030, the grid must handle large-scale green energy. Innovations in SCADA, grid communication, and energy storage solutions are pivotal to achieving sustainability goals. POWERGRID is at the forefront of this transformation, building resilient and green infrastructure to meet future demands.
A graduate in Electrical Engineering (Hons) from the National Institute of Technology, Durgapur, Srivastava also holds credentials from the Management Development Institute, Gurgaon, and the Harvard Manage Mentor program at Harvard Business School. With over 25 years of experience, he has led various advancements in O&M, T&C, and SCADA technologies, driving efficiency and reliability in power networks.
“Achieving sustainability in power transmission requires a balance of innovation and operational excellence,” said Srivastava. “I am privileged to lead a team dedicated to realizing a greener and more resilient energy future.”
Srivastava’s vision and execution not only align with India’s renewable energy goals but also set a global standard for sustainable practices in transmission. His contributions reaffirm POWERGRID’s position as a leader in energy innovation and a champion of sustainability.