Rewati Deshpande has been appointed as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Director at Vibrant Energy, a move that not only strengthens the company’s leadership but also represents a powerful milestone in advancing women’s leadership within India’s rapidly growing renewable energy sector. Her appointment comes at a pivotal moment when the global energy transition is accelerating, and India is positioning itself as a leader in clean power generation and green infrastructure.
With more than 20 years of multifaceted experience, Deshpande brings exceptional expertise spanning corporate finance, commercial contracting, treasury management, taxation, risk assessment, project planning, global markets and renewable energy operations. Her diverse professional background cutting across banking, steel, oil, shipping, power and transmission sectors provides her with a comprehensive perspective on the complexities of managing finance in capital-intensive, high-growth industries. This breadth of experience is expected to significantly contribute to Vibrant Energy’s ambition of becoming a key player in India’s renewable energy landscape.
Prior to joining Vibrant Energy, she held senior leadership roles at ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India and AM Green Energy Pvt. Ltd., an ArcelorMittal-owned renewable power venture. At AM Green, she served as Head of Finance and IT, where she played a critical role in building the renewable energy business from the ground up in India. Her efforts extended well beyond financial oversight she helped align finance with technology adoption, implemented robust financial systems and processes and established secure IT architecture across applications, infrastructure and compliance. By integrating finance with digital innovation, she enabled operational scalability and positioned the company to respond effectively to the dynamic regulatory and market landscape of the renewable sector.
Her leadership is characterized by her ability to blend strategic foresight with practical execution. She has successfully navigated cross-border business environments, dealt with complex financing structures and engaged with global stakeholders to drive long-term sustainable outcomes. This makes her uniquely suited to steer Vibrant Energy’s financial strategy as it seeks to expand its portfolio of clean energy projects, strengthen investor confidence and tap into both domestic and international capital markets.
Her appointment also reflects a broader trend of increasing female representation in senior executive roles within India’s energy industry. As the renewable energy sector grows, women leaders like Deshpande are setting powerful examples by combining technical knowledge, financial expertise, and inclusive leadership to drive transformative change. Her role as CFO & Director is expected to further align Vibrant Energy’s financial strategy with India’s clean energy goals, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.
By bringing her wealth of experience, strong financial acumen, and commitment to inclusive leadership, Rewati Deshpande is well positioned to accelerate Vibrant Energy’s growth trajectory. Her presence in the leadership team reinforces the company’s mission to not only advance clean energy development but also create a diverse and resilient organization capable of shaping the future of India’s green economy.
