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Varun Sivaram

Chief Technology Officer, ReNew Power; Physicist, Clean Energy Technology Expert & Bestselling Author of "Taming the Sun"

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Varun Sivaram Biography

Dr. Varun Sivaram is a physicist, bestselling author, and clean energy technology expert with experience spanning the corporate, public, and academic sectors. He serves in the Biden-Harris administration as senior advisor to U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry and the senior director for clean energy, innovation, and competitiveness. Previously, as chief technology officer of ReNew Power, Sivaram led research and development for a multibillion-dollar company recognized as India’s largest producer of renewable energy as well as its most innovative energy company; his corporate experience also includes consulting for McKinsey & Co’s energy practice. Sivaram has also shaped government policies supportive of innovation as the director of the energy and climate program at the Council on Foreign Relations and as a senior energy advisor to the Los Angeles mayor and New York governor’s office. A widely published scientist and innovation scholar, he has served on the faculty of Columbia University, on the boards of Stanford University’s energy and environment institutes, and created the course “Clean Energy Innovation” as a Georgetown University professor to train the next generation of energy leaders.

He is the author of the bestselling MIT Press book, Taming the Sun: Innovations to Harness Solar Energy and Power the Planet, which the Financial Times called “the best available overview of where the solar industry finds itself today, and a road map for how it can reach a brighter future.” He other books include Energizing America: A Roadmap to Launch a National Energy Innovation Mission and Digital Decarbonization: Promoting Digital Innovations to Advance Clean Energy Systems. His TED Talk on India's clean energy transition has been viewed more than one million times.

Dr. Sivaram’s work has appeared in the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, the Financial Times, Foreign Affairs, Energy Policy, the Journal of Applied Physics, the Journal of Physical Chemistry, Nature, Nature Energy, Nature Climate Change, Joule, Scientific American, MIT Tech Review, and Issues in Science and Technology. He has also given talks around the world, including at the Aspen Ideas Festival, TED, SXSW, IHS CERAWeek, and the World Economic Forum. TIME Magazine named him to its inaugural TIME 100 Next list of the next hundred most influential people in the world; MIT Technology Review named him one of the top 35 innovators under 35; Forbes Magazine called him one of the 30 under 30 in Law and Policy; Grist selected him as one of the top 50 leaders in sustainability; and PV Magazine named him the “Hamilton of the Solar Industry.”

A Rhodes and a Truman scholar, he holds a PhD in condensed matter physics from St. John’s College, Oxford University, where he developed third-generation solar photovoltaic coatings. He also holds degrees from Stanford University in engineering physics and international relations, with honors in international security. He lives in New Delhi, India.

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Energizing America: A Roadmap to Launch a National Energy Innovation Mission

Energizing America: A Roadmap to Launch a National Energy Innovation Mission

Taming The Sun: Innovations To Harness Solar Energy And Power The Planet

Taming The Sun: Innovations To Harness Solar Energy And Power The Planet

Digital Decarbonization: Promoting Digital Innovations To Advance Clean Energy Systems

Digital Decarbonization: Promoting Digital Innovations To Advance Clean Energy Systems

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    Speaking fees for Varun Sivaram, or any other keynote speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The amount that Varun Sivaram charges to speak often varies according to the circumstances, including their schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. The speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Varun Sivaram, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.

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Varun Sivaram

Chief Technology Officer, ReNew Power; Physicist, Clean Energy Technology Expert & Bestselling Author of "Taming the Sun"

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Virtual Event: $5,000 - $10,000
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Business, Earth Day, Environment, Futurists, Green and Sustainability, Science and Technology, Technology Speakers, Virtual Speakers

Varun Sivaram Biography

Dr. Varun Sivaram is a physicist, bestselling author, and clean energy technology expert with experience spanning the corporate, public, and academic sectors. He serves in the Biden-Harris administration as senior advisor to U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry and the senior director for clean energy, innovation, and competitiveness. Previously, as chief technology officer of ReNew Power, Sivaram led research and development for a multibillion-dollar company recognized as India’s largest producer of renewable energy as well as its most innovative energy company; his corporate experience also includes consulting for McKinsey & Co’s energy practice. Sivaram has also shaped government policies supportive of innovation as the director of the energy and climate program at the Council on Foreign Relations and as a senior energy advisor to the Los Angeles mayor and New York governor’s office. A widely published scientist and innovation scholar, he has served on the faculty of Columbia University, on the boards of Stanford University’s energy and environment institutes, and created the course “Clean Energy Innovation” as a Georgetown University professor to train the next generation of energy leaders.

He is the author of the bestselling MIT Press book, Taming the Sun: Innovations to Harness Solar Energy and Power the Planet, which the Financial Times called “the best available overview of where the solar industry finds itself today, and a road map for how it can reach a brighter future.” He other books include Energizing America: A Roadmap to Launch a National Energy Innovation Mission and Digital Decarbonization: Promoting Digital Innovations to Advance Clean Energy Systems. His TED Talk on India's clean energy transition has been viewed more than one million times.

Dr. Sivaram’s work has appeared in the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, the Financial Times, Foreign Affairs, Energy Policy, the Journal of Applied Physics, the Journal of Physical Chemistry, Nature, Nature Energy, Nature Climate Change, Joule, Scientific American, MIT Tech Review, and Issues in Science and Technology. He has also given talks around the world, including at the Aspen Ideas Festival, TED, SXSW, IHS CERAWeek, and the World Economic Forum. TIME Magazine named him to its inaugural TIME 100 Next list of the next hundred most influential people in the world; MIT Technology Review named him one of the top 35 innovators under 35; Forbes Magazine called him one of the 30 under 30 in Law and Policy; Grist selected him as one of the top 50 leaders in sustainability; and PV Magazine named him the “Hamilton of the Solar Industry.”

A Rhodes and a Truman scholar, he holds a PhD in condensed matter physics from St. John’s College, Oxford University, where he developed third-generation solar photovoltaic coatings. He also holds degrees from Stanford University in engineering physics and international relations, with honors in international security. He lives in New Delhi, India.

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Varun Sivaram Videos

  • How India could pull off the world's most ambitious energy transition ...
    How India could pull off the world's most ambitious energy transition ...
    says clean energy executive, physicist and author Varun Sivaram. Bringing on-the-ground experience as CTO of India's largest renewable ...
  • Innovators in Energy: A Virtual Exchange of Ideas
    Innovators in Energy: A Virtual Exchange of Ideas
    In this second edition of the Innovators Exchange Series, Dr. Varun Sivaram, a physicist, bestselling author, and clean energy technology expert,...
  • 'How to Realize Solar Energy's Vast Potential – Before It Is Too Late ...
    'How to Realize Solar Energy's Vast Potential – Before It Is Too Late ...
    Varun Sivaram speaking at the Norwegian Nobel Institute.Dr. Varun Sivaram is a physicist, Chief Technology Officer of ReNew Power ...
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Varun Sivaram Books

Energizing America: A Roadmap to Launch a National Energy Innovation Mission
Energizing America: A Roadmap to Launch a National Energy Innovation Mission
Taming The Sun: Innovations To Harness Solar Energy And Power The Planet
Taming The Sun: Innovations To Harness Solar Energy And Power The Planet
Digital Decarbonization: Promoting Digital Innovations To Advance Clean Energy Systems
Digital Decarbonization: Promoting Digital Innovations To Advance Clean Energy Systems

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  • How to book Varun Sivaram?

    Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Varun Sivaram for both live and virtual events for over 20 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment. Fill out a booking request form for Varun Sivaram, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get pricing information and check availability for Varun Sivaram or any other celebrity of your choice.

  • How much does it cost to book Varun Sivaram?

    Speaking fees for Varun Sivaram, or any other keynote speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The amount that Varun Sivaram charges to speak often varies according to the circumstances, including their schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. The speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Varun Sivaram, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.

  • Who is the agent for Varun Sivaram?

    All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Varun Sivaram for clients worldwide for more than 20 years. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Varun Sivaram for your next private or corporate function.

  • What is a full-service talent booking agency?

    All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Varun Sivaram or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Varun Sivaram or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.

Varun Sivaram is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Varun Sivaram for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Varun Sivaram generally travels from India and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Bill Nussey, Pat Wood, Joel Makower, Andrew Busch and Chris Turner. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Varun Sivaram for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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Varun Sivaram Speaker Videos

  • How India could pull off the world's most ambitious energy transition ...
    How India could pull off the world's most ambitious energy transition ...
    says clean energy executive, physicist and author Varun Sivaram. Bringing on-the-ground experience as CTO of India's largest renewable ...
    Innovators in Energy: A Virtual Exchange of Ideas
    Innovators in Energy: A Virtual Exchange of Ideas
    In this second edition of the Innovators Exchange Series, Dr. Varun Sivaram, a physicist, bestselling author, and clean energy technology expert, will share his perspective on why India represents...
  • 'How to Realize Solar Energy's Vast Potential – Before It Is Too Late ...
    'How to Realize Solar Energy's Vast Potential – Before It Is Too Late ...
    Varun Sivaram speaking at the Norwegian Nobel Institute.Dr. Varun Sivaram is a physicist, Chief Technology Officer of ReNew Power ...
    Varun Sivaram: A Brighter Future for Solar Power
    Varun Sivaram: A Brighter Future for Solar Power
    Solar energy, once a niche application for a limited market, has become the cheapest and fastest-growing power source on earth. What’s more, its potential is nearly limitless—every hour the sun...
  • We're doomed if solar energy stalls—here's how to keep it rising ...
    We're doomed if solar energy stalls—here's how to keep it rising ...
    Energy expert Varun Sivaram argues that realizing solar's potential will require innovation—creative financing, revolutionary technologies, ...
    Why Solar Energy Needs Innovation to Reach Its Potential
    Why Solar Energy Needs Innovation to Reach Its Potential
    Solar energy, the world’s cheapest and fastest-growing power source, could one day supply most of the world’s energy needs. But in a new book, “Taming the Sun: Innovations to Harness Solar...
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