Varun Mahankali

About Varun Mahankali

I am a research and consulting professional specializing in global solar and energy…

Experience

1. Senior Consultant

   EUPD Group Energy

   Mar 2023 — Present

   At EUPD Group, I work at the intersection of market intelligence and technological innovation in the renewable energy sector. My primary focus is conducting in-depth research and strategic analysis across global solar and storage markets, with a particular emphasis on Europe. This includes installation trends, market sizing, segment and pricing analysis, policy frameworks, competitive landscapes, and technology evolution. In parallel, I lead the EUPD Top Innovation Awards, an initiative recognizing groundbreaking advancements in solar, storage, and related clean energy technologies. In this role, I coordinate the full awards framework, from evaluation to global recognition, working closely with leading manufacturers and startups to assess and promote their innovation and sustainability efforts. Through ongoing engagement with market players, I continuously identify opportunities to expand EUPD’s portfolio with new research products and value-added services that support energy transition leaders while also representing the company\'s presence at global trade shows such as the SmarterE Europe, World Future Energy Summit (Abu Dhabi), EUPD ESG Summit, etc.

Education

• KL University

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech

  2014 — 2018

• Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology

  Master of Science - MS

  2018 — 2020