IEEE Schenectady Section

2023

 

Entity:  (IEEE PES Schenectady Chapter)

Website:  https://site.ieee.org/schenectady/ 

Chair:  Rohit Kadam

Vice-Chair: Zack Pecenak

Secretary: Open

Immediate Past Chair: Alkesh Patel

 

 

1. Significant Accomplishments:

 

 Organizing a tour of SUNY ETEC campus:

This tour provided participants with a unique opportunity to see first-hand the cutting-edge facilities and ongoing research projects in power and energy systems, artificial intelligence, center for red teaming, and NYS MESONET. By engaging these advancements and innovations, the IEEE PES chapter contributes to the dissemination of knowledge and helps raise awareness of the latest developments in the field. Such tours can inspire new ideas and collaborations among participants within the power and energy systems community.

 

 

 

Hosting a joint hybrid session on Digital Humanities:

The interdisciplinary nature of this session highlights the importance of collaboration and the integration of diverse perspectives in advancing the field of power and energy systems. By working with the IEEE Schenectady Section, and IEEE Northwest Florida Section Chap and C16/COM19, the PES chapter demonstrates its commitment to fostering innovative approaches and cross-disciplinary research. The focus on Digital Humanities also underscores the increasing importance of understanding the human and social dimensions of technology development. Overall, this session represents a forward-thinking approach to addressing the complex challenges of the industry and helps the PES community to think differently about their existing problems.

 

2. Benefits to Industry and PES Members from the Committee Work:

 

Benefits to Industry: Access to cutting-edge knowledge and advancements in the field of power and energy systems, such as EV Charger Testing methods (Webinar in conjunction with IEEE Schenectady IAS chapter and DNV), Interoperability challenges in EV charge points (Webinar with experts from Lynkwell) and digital twins modeling for sustainable power systems (Webinar with Typhoon HIL experts).

PES Members Benefits: Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement through engaging webinars, such as those on EV Charger Testing methods (Webinar in conjunction with IEEE IAS Schenectady chapter and DNV), EV Charge points (Webinar with experts from Lynkwell)), digital twins for sustainable power systems (Webinar with Typhoon HIL experts), and Advanced Prediction Techniques (Webinar with HK Polytechnic University experts).

 

3. Benefits to Volunteer Participants from the Committee Work:

 

Networking opportunities: Participating in events like the joint hybrid session on Digital Humanities with IEEE Northwest Florida Section Chap, C16/COM19 and webinars featuring experts from organizations such as Lynkwell, DNV, Typhoon, and professors at leading universities like SUNY, RPI and HK Polytechnic provides a platform to connect with professionals, experts, and peers in the industry.

Leadership development: As a volunteer involved in organizing and facilitating webinars and sessions, one can develop and refine their leadership, organizational, and teamwork skills.

 

 

4. Coordination with Other Entities (PES Committees, CIGRE, standards, etc.):

 

Joint hybrid session on Digital Humanities with IEEE Northwest Florida Section Chap, C16/COM19: This event exemplifies our coordination with other IEEE chapters, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and exploring the intersection of power and energy systems with digital humanities.

 

Webinar with Lynkwell on V2G standards and interoperability challenges: Our collaboration with Lynkwell, an EV charge point operator, and charging solutions provider for the electric vehicle industry, brought together experts to discuss Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) standards, specifically ISO 15118, and the challenges surrounding interoperability in the EV Industry.

 

 

5. New Technologies of Interest to the Committee:

 

• Advanced Energy Storage Technologies: Hydrogen, Li-Battery

 

• AI and Machine Learning for Grid Optimization

 

• Offshore Wind Power

 

• Digital Worker

 

• Electric Vehicle (EV) Integration and V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) Technologies

 

 

6. Problems and Concerns:

Challenges with in-person engagement and attendance. Virtual events have garnered more participation.

Good resources within the community but challenges in identifying potential partnerships.

 

7. Significant Plans for the Next Period: 

As we look ahead to next year, our focus is on growing our member base and bringing in experts that can shed light on new technologies. We are also coordinating facility tours of cutting-edge companies in the Tri-city area. These tours will enable participants to witness firsthand the latest advancements in electric vehicle charging solutions, li-battery technology, smart electrical facilities, and hydrogen fuel cell technology.

 

Submitted by: Rohit Kadam Date:  April 12, 2024