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1. Career Opportunities in the Energy
Sector in India
By:- Dr. Neel Rai,
NTPC School of Business, Noida

2. What is Energy ?
Energy: Energy is a fundamental
concept in physics and refers to the
ability or capacity to do work. It is an
essential component of all physical
processes and is responsible for making
things happen.
Capacity to Do Work: Energy is the
capacity to perform work or exert a
force on an object, causing it to move or
change in some way. Work can take
various forms, such as mechanical work
(e.g., lifting a weight), thermal work
(e.g., heating water), or electrical work
(e.g., powering electronic devices).
Conservation of Energy: According to
the law of conservation of energy,
energy cannot be created or destroyed,
only transformed from one form to
another. In a closed system, the total
amount of energy remains constant.
Forms of Energy: Energy exists in various forms,
and these forms can be converted from one to another.
Some common forms of energy include kinetic energy
(associated with motion), potential energy (related to
an object's position or condition), thermal energy
(heat), chemical energy (stored in chemical bonds),
electrical energy (associated with electric charges),
and more.
Applications: Energy plays a Vital role in our daily
lives and in various processes and technologies. It
powers our homes, vehicles, industries, and electronic
devices. It's also essential in natural processes like
photosynthesis in plants and the generation of Earth's
weather patterns.

3. Understanding the Energy Sector
Environmental
Considerations: The
energy sector is closely
linked to environmental
issues, including the
impact of energy
production on climate
change, air and water
quality, and natural
resource depletion.
Energy Services: The
energy sector also
provides services such
as electricity
generation, heating,
cooling,
transportation fuels,
and more.
Energy Distribution:
Energy must be efficiently
transported from
production facilities to end-
users.
Energy Sources: The
energy sector encompasses
a wide range of energy
sources, including: Fossil
Fuels, Renewable Energy,
Nuclear
Energy,Alternative
Energy, the extraction,
conversion, and
generation of energy from
these sources. It can take
the form of power plants,
oil refineries, solar farms,
wind turbines, and more.
 The energy sector
refers to the
industry and
infrastructure
responsible for
the production,
distribution, and
management of
energy resources
and services. It is
a critical sector
that provides the
energy needed for
society to
function and
includes various
subsectors and
energy sources.

4. Energy Management
 Energy management is the process of planning, monitoring, optimizing, and
controlling the use of energy resources in a systematic and efficient manner. It
involves various strategies and practices aimed at reducing energy consumption,
minimizing waste, and maximizing energy efficiency.
 The primary goal of energy management is to achieve cost savings, reduce
environmental impact, and ensure the sustainable use of energy resources.

5. 5
Vision: To be a world class school of knowledge creation and dissemination in power sector.
Mission: To advance management education, research, training, and consultancy for the energy sector.
Strength
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Strong Promoter
Eminent Faculties
Projects: Research &
Consultancy
Excellent Academia and
Industry Network
Delivering Capacity Building
Programs

6. Consultancy Projects
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Excellent networking opportunity with key
stakeholders in power sector
Assignment Client Name Objectives
Development
of power
market in
India
(Together with
Deloitte)
Ministry of Power,
Government of India
(approx. 4.8 Cr.)
• Recommend policy/ regulatory changes required to enhance
power markets.
• Conduct capacity building programs to familiarize market
participants, including DISCOMs, about changes in power market
structure.
• Implementation of modified power market design.

7. Assignment Client Name Objectives
Renewable energy
market integration
(Together with BCG)
Empanel Think Tanks
for creation of an
outreach and
dissemination forum to
fast-track the agenda of
Cross-border Energy
Trade (CBET) and
regional energy
cooperation among
South Asian countries”
Ministry of Power,
Government of
India
(approx. Rs. 4.5
Cr.)
USAID / IRADe
Value ~ 19 Lakhs
• Recommend policy/ regulatory changes required for efficient
renewable energy integration.
• Conduct stakeholder consultation to familiarize market
participants, about changes.
 Create awareness and disseminate the work done and
impact created by SARI/EI in the fourth phase, to the wider
audience, including- policy makers, media, parliamentarians,
and bureaucrats, civil society and citizens
 To prioritize, fast track and push the agenda for implementing
CBET

8. Assignment Client Name Objectives
Capacity building
program on CBET for
SAARC countries
ADB
(approx. USD
30000)
• Provide understanding of technical and financial aspects of
cross-border electricity trade
• Overview of CBET. CBET in South Asian (SA) countries,
CBET challenges and opportunities,
• International experiences of CBET including European
countries
Capacity building
program on HVDC for
SAARC countries
ADB
(approx. USD
30000)
• Provide a deeper understanding of the operational
performance of HVDC systems
• Economics of HVDC under cross-border power market
scenario and fundamentals of economic models on
electricity trading
• Costs associated with HVDC transmission systems and its
role in RE integration

11. Future of Energy and Energy Management
 Renewable Energy Expansion:
 India is likely to continue its rapid growth in renewable energy capacity, particularly
in solar and wind power.
 Distributed renewable energy sources, such as rooftop solar panels, are expected to
become more prevalent.
 Energy Efficiency Mandates:
 Energy efficiency will remain a top priority.
 Electric Mobility Revolution:
 The electric vehicle (EV) market is poised for significant growth. Government
incentives, subsidies, and charging infrastructure expansion will encourage EV
adoption, reducing reliance on fossil fuels for transportation.
 Smart grids and EV charging management systems will play a crucial role in
balancing electricity demand and optimizing charging.

12.  Energy Storage Solutions:
 Advances in energy storage technologies, such as battery storage, will
support the integration of intermittent renewable energy sources into the
grid.
 Energy storage will enable better load management, grid stability, and
backup power during peak demand and outages
 Energy Access for All:
 Efforts to provide electricity access to all citizens, particularly in remote
and underserved regions, will continue. Microgrids and off-grid solutions
will play a vital role in achieving universal energy access.
 Government Policies and Initiatives:
 Government policies and initiatives will remain central to shaping the
energy landscape. These will include incentives, subsidies, regulatory
frameworks, and targets to drive sustainable energy practices.

13. Career Paths in Energy
 Energy Consultant
 Energy Manager
 Energy specialist
 Energy planner
 Technologist
 Energy engineer

14.  Power and energy
 Consulting
 R&D
 AI
 Commercial
 Information technology & telecom
 Manufacturing
 IBD
 Grid System Operator
 Entrepreneur
 Academic
 Healthcare
Top employment areas

16. Conclusion
 The energy sector is dynamic and offers diverse career opportunities.
 NSB is your gateway to a successful career in the energy industry.
 Explore, network, and keep learning to thrive in this exciting field!
 The energy sector is a promising and evolving field for MBA students in India.
 With the right education, skills, and networking, you can make a significant impact on
India's energy landscape.

17. Thank You