Dr. Binu Parthan

Deputy Director of Country Engagement and Partnerships (CEP) Division

IRENA

Dr. Binu Parthan is the Deputy Director of the Country Engagement and Partnerships (CEP) Division at IRENA. Prior to IRENA, he was a regional adviser at Green Climate Fund (GCF), Deputy Director General at the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP) and Executive Director of IT Power India. His energy transition, climate change and renewable energy experience covers 20 developing countries including countries in Asia-Pacific, Africa and Latin America. Parthan holds a Doctorate in low-carbon Energy from the Technical University of Graz and Master degrees in Renewable Energy from University of Oldenburg and Industrial-Mechanical engineering from National Institute of Technology Calicut.

Session Overview

Thursday, 7 November

13:30

Voices of Tomorrow ICC Hall 13:30 - 14:00

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Collaborative governance and its impact on energy sector growth and innovation

Collaborative governance between energy companies, NGOs, and governments is essential for advancing the energy transition, fostering innovation, and addressing regulatory challenges. Organisations like the Global Methane Hub and IRENA are key in shaping policies and partnerships that drive sustainable growth in the energy sector while balancing economic stability, environmental goals, and social equity. This session will examine how such collaborations create effective regulatory frameworks, unlock market opportunities, and support a profitable energy transition.

Attendee insights:

Explore how partnerships across the energy sector are shaping regulations, fostering compliance, and opening markets to accelerate a sustainable and profitable energy transition.