Mumbai, June 24: AI-driven technology and sustainable development can significantly transform India’s critical infrastructure, industry leaders stated on Wednesday. Speaking at the World Economic Forum’s “Annual Meetings of the New Champions,” also known as Summer Davos, Jörgen Sandström, head of the “Transforming Industrial Ecosystem Program,” highlighted the vast opportunities India has in renewable energy and sustainable industrial development.
During his visits to energy projects in Mundra, Gujarat, and Hyderabad, Sandström observed a strong focus on green energy initiatives and sustainability in India. He emphasized that to promote long-term economic growth, environmentally friendly projects must be implemented across various sectors.
Sandström noted, “The projects I observed around Mundra and the Kutch desert are based on vertical integration. They provide clean electricity on one side and green ammonia, green steel, or other clean products and services on the other.” He added, “This can lead to cleaner shipping and transport while electrifying industries.”
Discussing the role of artificial intelligence in industrial transformation, Sandström stressed the need to focus not only on industries but also on various policy areas for economic development. He mentioned that the World Economic Forum is emphasizing collective action, encouraging companies and institutions to collaborate rather than work in isolation.
He pointed out that India has made significant progress in renewable energy, particularly in solar power and other clean energy projects. The large-scale systems installed in the Khavda region of Gujarat and the pumped storage projects in Hyderabad demonstrate the country’s commitment to energy transition.
According to Sandström, these changes could facilitate the production of green hydrogen and green ammonia, which are used in transport, agriculture, and other sectors. He stated that transitioning from traditional systems to sustainable models requires extensive planning, coordination, and a systematic approach.
Meanwhile, Divyanshu Kumar, founder and CEO of Solinas Integrity, emphasized the growing role of artificial intelligence in urban infrastructure management. He noted that AI-powered robotic solutions are revolutionizing the maintenance of sewers and pipelines across India.
Kumar explained that artificial intelligence helps detect blockages, leaks, and structural deficiencies in underground sewer and water networks. Robotic inspections assist municipal corporations in maintaining infrastructure more effectively while reducing operational costs.
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