World Institute Of Sustainable Energy

What World Institute Of Sustainable Energy does

World Institute Of Sustainable Energy (WISE) is a not-for-profit policy research and advisory institute headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra, India, founded in 2004 by G M Pillai — former Director General of the Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA). The institute provides policy research, technical advisory, regulatory consulting, and capacity building services focused on renewable energy, climate change mitigation, and energy efficiency. Its specialist centres cover Wind Power, Solar Energy, Climate and Sustainability, Energy Efficiency, and Renewable Regulation, and it owns the 'All About Renewables' information portal.

WISE's service portfolio includes regulatory and tariff advisory to India's Central and State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (CERC and multiple SERCs), offshore wind LIDAR-based resource assessment (notably the first offshore wind LIDAR installed in Gujarat under the EU-funded FOWIND consortium), feasibility studies (e.g., 100% RE for Kerala by 2050), best-practices documentation (USAID-supported Solar PV O&M handbook), national RE strategy reports for governments in Lao PDR, Philippines and Indonesia, and a recurring conference series (Wind India, Solar India, Climate Change India). It also runs training programs that have built capacity among 10,000+ renewable energy professionals and 400 journalists since inception.

The institute operates as a professional services non-profit funded by project grants from bilateral and multilateral agencies (EU Delegation, World Bank, USAID, UK FCO, Austrian Development Agency, UNESCAP, UNESCWA), foundation grants (Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation, Climate Works Foundation, REEEP), and fee-for-service consultancy with central and state government bodies and select enterprises (Reliance Industries, Aditya Birla Group, IL&FS, CRISIL). WISE is registered under the Bombay Public Trusts Act, 1950, the Societies Registration Act 1860, and FCRA, with donations eligible for Section 80G tax exemption.

Name

World Institute Of Sustainable Energy

Legal name

World Institute of Sustainable Energy

Website

https://wisein.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Not-for-profit policy research and advisory institute founded in 2004 in Pune, India, providing renewable energy, climate change, and energy efficiency consulting, regulatory advisory, and capacity building to government ministries, electricity regulatory commissions, multilateral agencies, and select enterprises.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Renewable Energy Consulting and Policy Advisory

NAICS

Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169), Environmental Consulting Services (54162), Scientific Research and Development Services (5417)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Renewable Policy & Regulatory Strategy (National/State/Local) (EUAMANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Standards, Certification & Compliance (RECs/GOs, sustainability reporting) (EUAMANAJ), Official Development Assistance (ODA) Program Management (BPADAOAC), Donor Coordination, Monitoring & Evaluation (MEL) Programs (BPADABAN)

Keywords

• Renewable energy consulting
• Energy policy advisory
• Climate sustainability research
• Capacity building training
• Electricity regulation

Headquarters

HQ city

Pune

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Project Grants: Funding received from bilateral and multilateral development organizations, international governments, and foundations for specific research and implementation projects.
2. Government Consultancy Engagements: Fee-for-service consultancy engagements with central and state government bodies, regulatory commissions, and government-affiliated institutions for policy advisory, technical studies, and capacity building.
3. Training and Conference Revenue: Revenue from training programs for renewable energy professionals and organizing conferences and seminars on sustainable energy topics.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

WISE is a not-for-profit policy research and advisory institute that delivers consultancy, technical studies, training programs, and research publications focused on renewable energy, climate change mitigation, and energy efficiency. Its services are delivered to government ministries, electricity regulatory commissions, state nodal agencies, international development organizations, and select private enterprises through project-based engagements. The institute operates specialist centres covering wind power, solar power, renewable regulation, climate and sustainability, energy efficiency, and training and communications.

Product overview

The World Institute of Sustainable Energy (WISE) operates as a policy research and advisory institute rather than a commercial product company. Its portfolio consists of knowledge products and services including: the All About Renewables information portal; research publications covering power policy, renewables, climate and sustainability; specialist technical centers (Centre for Wind Power, Centre for Solar Energy, Centre for Climate and Sustainability); capacity building training programs; national conferences and seminars; and regulatory/advisory consulting services. The organization provides policy research, technical expertise, and professional development services to governments, regulatory bodies, and industry stakeholders in the renewable energy sector.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• All About Renewables: A portal providing access to the latest developments in the renewable energy sector with cross-linkages to conventional energy sector.

Products and services

• Regulatory and Advisory Consulting Services

Quantifiable outcome

• 450 MW of wind power projects developed with WISE technical support
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGWEC leads the consortium for the FOWIND project with WISE as a key consortium partner, collaborating on offshore wind development initiatives in India.
• Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMNRE is the central ministry responsible for renewable energy policy in India. WISE collaborates with MNRE on policy development and implementation of national renewable energy programs.
• United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWISE partners with UNESCAP and its Asia Pacific Centre for Technology Transfer (APCTT) for regional collaboration on renewable energy and climate change initiatives.
• United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (UNESCWA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with UNESCWA on sustainable energy initiatives targeting Western Asian member countries.
• US Consulate General, MumbaiminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUS Consulate General in Mumbai supports WISE through development partnerships and facilitates US-India collaboration on sustainable energy initiatives.
• The Ohio State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership with The Ohio State University for knowledge exchange and research collaboration on renewable energy and sustainability topics.
• WWF Norway / WWF IndiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with WWF on environmental conservation and sustainable energy initiatives, leveraging WWF's global network and expertise.
• Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerREEEP is a long-standing partner, having collaborated with WISE along with Baker & McKenzie and Australian and US governments on renewable energy and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIWTMA represents Indian wind turbine manufacturers, collaborating with WISE on industry standards, best practices, and wind power development initiatives.
• Baker & McKenzieminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerBaker & McKenzie collaborated with WISE, REEEP, and Australian and US governments on legal and regulatory frameworks for renewable energy development.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP): Bengaluru-based research think tank focused on energy, environment, and climate policy. Comparable as an Indian policy advisory organization with government and international clients doing renewable energy and grid-related research.
• Vasudha Foundation: India-based non-profit working on climate change mitigation, energy transition, and sustainable development policy. Comparable as a smaller Indian think tank delivering RE policy research and advisory to government and international clients.
• The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI): India's leading sustainable development policy research institute based in New Delhi. Directly comparable as a think tank doing renewable energy, climate, and energy efficiency policy research with similar government and international donor clientele.
• Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW): One of Asia's leading policy research institutions on energy, environment, and water, headquartered in New Delhi. Directly comparable as a policy think tank advising Indian states and central government on RE policy, climate action, and energy transition.
• Prayas Energy Group: Pune-based non-profit working on electricity sector regulation, renewable energy, and energy access. Directly comparable as a small Indian think tank with deep regulatory expertise serving state electricity regulatory commissions and consumer groups.

Others

• Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC): International trade association for the wind energy industry that led the FOWIND consortium in which WISE participated. Comparable as a partner in offshore wind market development, policy advocacy, and capacity building for emerging wind markets.
• REN21 (Renewable Energy Policy Network for the 21st Century): Global multi-stakeholder network facilitating knowledge exchange on renewable energy policy. Comparable in producing flagship policy reports (Global Renewables Outlook) and convening government, industry, and international organization stakeholders.

Broad incumbents

• International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD): Canadian-based international sustainable development think tank with significant climate, energy, and trade policy work in developing countries. Comparable as a policy research and advisory institute that delivers national strategy and capacity building for emerging economies.

Regional players

• National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE): Autonomous institution under India's Ministry of New and Renewable Energy focused on solar energy research and capacity building. Comparable in solar PV capacity building, best practices documentation, and government training mandates.

Emerging players

• Climate Policy Initiative (CPI): Global climate finance and policy analysis organization with strong presence in India. Comparable in delivering climate and energy policy analysis, finance tracking, and advisory for governments and multilaterals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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