Reji Kumar Pillai is the President of the India Smart Grid Forum and Chairman of the Global Smart Energy Federation (GSEF), with over 40 years of global experience in the electricity sector. A renowned thought leader in renewable energy, smart grids, and electric mobility, he has championed transformative initiatives to modernize electric grids and ensure 24x7 access to clean, affordable electricity. Reji is a strong advocate for the “Right to Electricity” and “Right to Sleep,” promoting equitable energy access and climate-controlled environments for low-income communities. His work spans advanced topics such as vehicle-to-grid systems, distributed energy storage, AI and Web 3.0 applications in utilities, and regional grid integration in Asia. He has advised international organizations including ADB, World Bank, USAID, AREC, APUA, and ISGAN. An entrepreneur and mentor to global tech startups, Reji has a multidisciplinary academic background in engineering, finance, management, and law, and previously worked with NTPC and IBM. He is a sought-after keynote speaker and has contributed extensively to publications and policy discourse on smart energy systems.