Kartikeya Anand, is a presently serving with the Government of Andhra Pradesh. He brings over 23 years of experience in Public Policy, with a strong focus on clean energy, climate technology, ESG integration and sustainable industrial development, education and skill training. He holds an MBA and a master’s in public policy from the indian school of business and has pursued executive education at Cornell university and IIM Bangalore. In his current role, Anand is spearheading one of India’s most ambitious clean energy transitions, with the goal of aligning inclusive economic growth with climate action.
Under his leadership, Andhra Pradesh has mobilised over Rs 4.5 trillion in green investments. The state has approved more than 25 GW of pumped storage and battery energy storage projects, as well as initiatives in compressed biogas and biofuels, and over 15 GW of solar and wind manufacturing capacity. The state is also actively developing integrated ecosystems around green hydrogen, electric mobility and energy storage. A key focus area is the creation of green jobs, supported through the strengthening of technical and vocational education and the integration of ai in renewable energy training programs, in line with India’s net-zero vision for 2070. “My management style is collaborative and outcomes driven. I believe in setting bold, system-level goals, while empowering teams with the tools, trust and clarity to deliver. Transparent communication, inclusive decision-making and a strong focus on execution are at the core of my leadership approach,” he says.
“Looking ahead, I am committed to furthering India’s leadership in clean energy and green industrialiation. I envision building globally benchmarked green manufacturing zones and skilling ecosystems, while shaping policy frameworks that can accelerate India’s just energy transition,” states Anand.
According to Anand, green hydrogen presents a significant opportunity for India’s energy security and decarbonisation. However, he emphasises the need to address three core challenges for broader uptake: reducing the cost of electrolysers through domestic manufacturing; aggregating demand across sectors such as refining, steel, shipping and fertilisers; and ensuring a stable policy environment, supported by concessional finance. He advocates for the creation of a dedicated national hydrogen infrastructure fund.
“In my spare time, I enjoy reading about economic history and energy innovation. I also spend time mentoring young professionals interested in public policy and sustainability. I make it a point to go for long runs regularly, which helps me stay fit, strong, and energised.” says Anand.
