Participants gain an applied understanding of renewable energy policies, state energy planning, key technologies and cross-sector applications, with a strong focus on how to design and implement effective measures in their own institutional context. The trainings combine policy-strategy perspectives with practical tools, case studies and peer exchange to help officials move from planning to implementation.

Key Skills Gained

• Ability to analyse and interpret state energy action plans and translate them into concrete measures
• Enhanced understanding of RE policies, regulatory frameworks and institutional roles at state level
• Practical knowledge on planning, procuring and managing RE/EE projects in public and key demand-side sectors
• Skills in integrating gender-responsive and inclusive approaches into policy design and programme implementation
• Improved facilitation and training skills for participants of the Train‑the‑Trainer track

Core Topics

Energy sector modules (5):

• Renewable energy policies and regulatory frameworks at national and state levels
• State energy planning and resource adequacy assessment
• Key renewable technologies (PV, biogas, wind energy) and their application in Indian states
• Innovative technologies such as floating PV, energy storage and e‑mobility
• Energy efficiency in the public sector

Non‑energy sector modules (5):

• Financing mechanisms and investment models for renewable energy
• Clean energy transitions in agriculture
• Decarbonising transport and e‑mobility solutions
• Renewable energy integration in industry
• Tourism, hospitality and clean energy solutions

Requirements

Participants are expected to be staff of relevant government departments, agencies or state institutions working on or linked to energy, climate and sectoral policies in the six partner states. For ToT participants, prior experience in training, consulting or teaching on energy or related topics is desirable.

Target Groups

The trainings address senior and mid-level officials from energy and nonenergy sector departments, including state nodal agencies for renewable energy, sectoral line ministries (agriculture, transport, industry, tourism, urban development, etc.), regulators and planning bodies. For the ToT component, trainers from selected Indian research institutes and training providers are engaged so that they can subsequently roll out similar trainings to wider audiences.

Features

• Gender-responsive design of all modules, including case studies and examples that highlight women’s participation in the energy transition
• Strong policy and strategy orientation with an emphasis on enabling frameworks rather than purely technical detail
• Interactive learning methods such as group work, simulations, peer exchange formats and, where possible, field visits
• Integration of national and international good practices, tailored to the Indian context
• Embedded monitoring through pre/post assessments and participant feedback to continuously refine the modules

Activities

Participants attend structured training sessions, engage in discussions and group exercises, apply tools to their own institutional cases, and contribute to peer learning and networks across states. ToT participants additionally practice facilitation techniques and receive guidance on how to integrate the modules into their own institutional training offerings.