Girish Sethi, Senior Director at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), shares his immense expertise in decarbonizing energy-intensive sectors like steel and cement. He discusses the critical transition from coal dependence, emphasizing the collaborative roles of finance, policy, and innovation in achieving climate goals. Sethi highlights the potential of green hydrogen and alternative fuels, contrasts India's progress with global standards, and explores challenges in adopting sustainable practices. His insights shed light on the intricate journey of India's heavy industry toward a net-zero future.