{"id":7093,"date":"2025-03-19T22:32:18","date_gmt":"2025-03-20T02:32:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.srahman.org\/?page_id=7093"},"modified":"2025-03-19T22:42:15","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T02:42:15","slug":"sr-webinars-in-2023","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.srahman.org\/?page_id=7093","title":{"rendered":"SR Webinars in 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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18 December 2023
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Smart Grid as a Tool to Facilitate Climate Resilience<\/strong>
Invited talk, Saudi Arabia Smart Grid Conference, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia<\/p>

This talk presents the smart gird ecosystem whose core is the Smart Building, many of which when combined forms a Smart Campus. A collection of smart campuses leads into a Smart City. A collection of interconnected smart cities forms a Smart Grid. A smart grid facilitates the integration of renewables into the grid by managing both supply and demand.<\/p>

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Innovative sensors and load control software platforms allow building loads to be adjusted to match short-term variations in supply from renewable energy sources. The IEEE program to promote clean-tech solutions for climate sustainability is discussed. Tools, technologies and best practices that can be used and followed to achieve climate sustainability are highlighted.<\/p>

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Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
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16 December 2023
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Role of the Smart Grid and Microgrid in Decarbonization<\/strong>
Keynote Speech, IREC, Tunisia<\/p>

With the focus on environmental sustainability and energy security, power system planners are looking at renewable energy as agents of decarbonization to help with climate sustainability. But such generation sources have their own challenges – primarily intermittency.\u00a0 It is expected that the smart grid \u2013 due to its inherent communication, sensing and control capabilities \u2013 will have the ability to manage the load, storage and generation assets (including renewables) in the power grid to enable a large-scale integration of distributed generation.<\/p>

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In a smart grid, information about the state of the grid and its components can be exchanged quickly over long distances and complex networks. It will therefore be possible to have the integration of sustainable energy sources, such as wind, solar, off-shore electricity, etc. for smoother system operation. But, in order to build smart grids engineers will need to start with intelligent microgrids as building blocks. This lecture introduces the operational characteristics of renewable energy sources, storage devices, and various aspects of the smart grid. It also addresses the interplay among distributed generation, storage and conventional generation to provide an efficient operational strategy in the context of the smart grid.<\/p>

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Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
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10 December 2023
<\/em>Kerala, India
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IEEE\u2019s Role in Climate Change Mitigation & Resilience<\/strong>
Invited Talk, IEEE Kerala Section 40th Anniversary Celebration, Trivandrum, India<\/p>

This lecture explains what is carbonization, addresses its causes and impacts. It then offers technological solutions to reduce CO2 emissions from the electric power sector which is responsible over 30% of global Carbon emissions. In order to address the reduction of carbon emissions from the electric power sector, a collaborative approach between the industrialized nation states and emerging economies is necessary. This will involve a portfolio of solutions with low-carbon generation from wind, solar, hydro and nuclear, storage, cross-border power transfer and advanced technology focusing on energy efficiency.<\/p>

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IEEE is playing a major role in this matter through it\u2019s Climate Change Program. There are IEEE conferences and technical journals where numerous papers are presented and published which deal with climate change topics. IEEE is also working on international standards related to climate change. In addition, IEEE is collaborating with international organizations in the area of climate change mitigation. IEEE is participating in United Nations Conference on Climate
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Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
2023 IEEE President & CEO<\/p>

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08 December 2023
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IEEE\u2019s Role in Climate Change Mitigation & Resilience<\/strong>
Keynote Speech, IEEE Green-Tech, Sustainability & Net Zero Policies and Practices Symposium, Dubai, UAE<\/p>

This lecture explains what is carbonization, addresses its causes and impacts. It then offers technological solutions to reduce CO2 emissions from the electric power sector which is responsible over 30% of global Carbon emissions. In order to address the reduction of carbon emissions from the electric power sector, a collaborative approach between the industrialized nation states and emerging economies is necessary. This will involve a portfolio of solutions with low-carbon generation from wind, solar, hydro and nuclear, storage, cross-border power transfer and advanced technology focusing on energy efficiency.<\/p>

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IEEE is playing a major role in this matter through it\u2019s Climate Change Program. There are IEEE conferences and technical journals where numerous papers are presented and published which deal with climate change topics. IEEE is also working on international standards related to climate change. In addition, IEEE is collaborating with international organizations in the area of climate change mitigation. IEEE is participating in United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP) events, European Union energy related workshops and programs organized by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). More information about IEEE\u2019s work in the field of climate change can be found from the dedicated website, climate-change.ieee.org.<\/p>

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Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
2023 IEEE President & CEO<\/p>

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05 December 2023
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Technology in the Electric Power Sector for Climate Change Mitigation<\/strong>
Invited Talk, Energy Transition Opportunities Session, Rotary International, Dubai, UAE<\/p>

A rising level of greenhouse gas emissions, its effect on life and property, food production and human productivity on the planet are raising alarm bells in the civil society, among policy makers and industry leaders. At the same time, there is a lack of agreement between industrialized nations and emerging economies about the approach to global decarbonization efforts in the electric power, transportation, ICT, buildings, agriculture and the manufacturing sectors.<\/p>

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The presentation proposes a portfolio of solutions with low-carbon generation which can be equally attractive to both groups of the countries. It starts with the causes and effects of carbonization and mitigation opportunities. A major focus is placed on the CO2 produced through electricity production, as it is responsible for roughly a third of carbon emissions globally. The portfolio includes renewables, nuclear, carbon capture and sequestration, storage, cross-border electricity transfer and advanced technology focusing on energy efficiency. The presentation concludes with programs and activities within IEEE which helps to raise awareness about cleantech solutions to promote climate sustainability through conferences, publications and social media.<\/p>

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Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
2023 IEEE President & CEO<\/p>

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03 December 2023
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Promoting Clean-Tech Solutions for Climate Sustainability<\/strong>
Invited Talk, CleanTech Connect Program, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority<\/p>

A rising level of greenhouse gas emissions, its effect on life and property, food production and human productivity on the planet are raising alarm bells in the civil society, among policy makers and industry leaders. At the same time, there is a lack of agreement between industrialized nations and emerging economies about the approach to global decarbonization efforts in the electric power, transportation, ICT, buildings, agriculture and the manufacturing sectors.<\/p>

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Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
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29 November 2023
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Energy Transition with Cross-Border Power Transfer<\/strong>
Invited Talk, EEI-GCCIA COP28 Transmission Summit, Abu Dhabi, UAE<\/p>

Cross-border power transmission provides the opportunity to move low-carbon electricity from high supply area to areas where electricity production is limited, or it is carbon-intensive. This presentation highlights the opportunities and challenges in cross-border power transfer.<\/p>

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Some case-specific examples form North America, Europe, Middle-East, Africa and Asia are provided. Challenges arise from geopolitics, national security concerns, funding availability, technology readiness and institutional barriers. Here are some suggested actions electric utility planners may consider to promote cross-border power transfer.<\/p>

\u2022 Build a platform for information exchange
\u2022 Identify benefits and risks
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Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
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21 November 2023
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Meet the 2023 IEEE President & CEO<\/strong>
Invited Talk, Online Forum on IEEE VOLT<\/p>

The 2023 IEEE President is introduced to the members of the IEEE Volunteers in Training Forum as a part of the President\u2019s outreach to IEEE volunteers globally. The talk focuses on the activities of the organization followed by its climate change program.<\/p>

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The presentation highlights the programs and activities within IEEE which helps to raise awareness about cleantech solutions to promote climate sustainability through conferences, publications and social media. It also points out how VOLT volunteers can engage with IEEE\u2019s flagship program on Climate Sustainability solutions.<\/p>

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Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
2023 IEEE President & CEO<\/p>

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Advancing Climate Sustainability Solutions and The Role of IEEE<\/strong>
Keynote Speech, IEEE Future Networks World Forum, Baltimore, Maryland, USA<\/p>

A rising level of greenhouse gas emissions, its effect on life and property, food production and human productivity on the planet are raising alarm bells in the civil society, among policy makers and industry leaders. At the same time, there is a lack of agreement between industrialized nations and emerging economies about the approach to global decarbonization efforts in the electric power, transportation, ICT, buildings, agriculture and the manufacturing sectors.<\/p>

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Saifur Rahman, PhD
Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
2023 IEEE President & CEO<\/p>

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Role of IEEE Standards and Awareness Building in Climate Change Mitigation<\/strong>
IEEE SA 50th Anniversary Event, Shenzhen, China<\/p>

As the world\u2019s largest organization of technical professionals, IEEE has both the opportunity and the responsibility to assist in organizing the response of engineers, scientists, and technical professionals to address the causes, mitigate the impact, and adapt to climate change. IEEE has significant ongoing, relevant efforts and expertise that can be brought to bear on this issue. Standards is one of the five core areas of focus for IEEE.<\/p>

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As IEEE promotes clean-tech solutions for climate sustainability, standards are essential to make these solutions globally deployable. There is now a global consensus that decarbonization efforts in the electric power, transportation, ICT, buildings, agriculture and the manufacturing sectors are essential to maintain climate sustainability. IEEE has many established and under-development standards which can play a substantial role in the global acceptability of the technology solutions being proposed. There will be a need for continued collaborative efforts between IEEE and other standards development organizations to bring these standards to the attention of technologists who are working in the area of climate change mitigation. The IEEE\u2019s climate change program and the associated promotional activities can provide the forum for such outreach.<\/p>

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Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
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02 November 2023
<\/em>Chiang Mai, Thailand<\/span>
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Introduction to IEEE and Climate Change Initiatives<\/strong>
Invited Talk, CMU Executive Forum, Chiang Mai, Thailand<\/p>

A rising level of greenhouse gas emissions, its effect on life and property, food production and human productivity on the planet are raising alarm bells in the civil society, among policy makers and industry leaders. At the same time, there is a lack of agreement between industrialized nations and emerging economies about the approach to global decarbonization efforts in the electric power, transportation, ICT, buildings, agriculture and the manufacturing sectors.<\/p>

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The presentation proposes a portfolio of solutions with low-carbon generation which can be equally attractive to both groups of the countries. It starts with the causes and effects of carbonization and mitigation opportunities. A major focus is placed on the CO2 produced through electricity production, as it is responsible for roughly a third of carbon emissions globally. The portfolio includes renewables, nuclear, carbon capture and sequestration, storage, cross-border electricity transfer and advanced technology focusing on energy efficiency. The presentation concludes with programs and activities within IEEE which helps to raise awareness about cleantech solutions to promote climate sustainability through conferences, publications and social media.<\/p>

Saifur Rahman, PhD
Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
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31 October 2023
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Technologist’s Role in Addressing Climate Sustainability<\/strong>
Keynote Speech, IEEE TENCON 2023 Conference, Chiang Mai, Thailand<\/p>

A rising level of greenhouse gas emissions, its effect on life and property, food production and human productivity on the planet are raising alarm bells in the civil society, among policy makers and industry leaders. At the same time, there is a lack of agreement between industrialized nations and emerging economies about the approach to global decarbonization efforts in the electric power, transportation, ICT, buildings, agriculture and the manufacturing sectors.<\/p>

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Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
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29 October 2023
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The Role of the Technologist in Promoting Clean-tech Solutions for Climate Sustainability<\/strong>
Invited Talk, Institute of Technology Bandung, Bandung, Indonesia<\/p>

A rising level of greenhouse gas emissions, its effect on life and property, food production and human productivity on the planet are raising alarm bells in the civil society, among policy makers and industry leaders. At the same time, there is a lack of agreement between industrialized nations and emerging economies about the approach to global decarbonization efforts in the electric power, transportation, ICT, buildings, agriculture and the manufacturing sectors.<\/p>

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Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
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27 October 2023
<\/em>Jakarta, Indonesia<\/span>
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Promoting Clean-tech Solutions for Climate Sustainability Challenges and Opportunities<\/strong>
Invited Talk, Jakarta Forum, Indonesia<\/p>

A rising level of greenhouse gas emissions, its effect on life and property, food production and human productivity on the planet are raising alarm bells in the civil society, among policy makers and industry leaders. At the same time, there is a lack of agreement between industrialized nations and emerging economies about the approach to global decarbonization efforts in the electric power, transportation, ICT, buildings, agriculture and the manufacturing sectors.<\/p>

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Saifur Rahman, PhD
Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
Virginia Tech, USA
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27 October 2023
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The Role of the Technologist is Promoting Clean-tech Solutions for Climate Sustainability<\/strong>
TVRI Program, Jakarta Forum, Indonesia<\/p>

A rising level of greenhouse gas emissions, its effect on life and property, food production and human productivity on the planet are raising alarm bells in the civil society, among policy makers and industry leaders.\u00a0 At the same time, there is a lack of agreement between industrialized nations and emerging economies about the approach to global decarbonization efforts in the electric power, transportation, ICT, buildings, agriculture and the manufacturing sectors.<\/p>

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Joseph Loring Professor & Director
Advanced Research Institute
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Introduction to IEEE and Climate Change Initiatives<\/strong>
Invited Talk, UTAR, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia<\/p>

Presentation at the University Tunku Abdul Rahman in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia introducing IEEE to the administration and faculty and students of this university. This talk highlights IEEE’s climate change program.<\/p>

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Decarbonization and the Role of the Electric Power Supply Industry
<\/strong>Keynote Speech, 24th CEPSI Conference<\/p>

There is an unprecedented level of awareness of climate change and the role of decarbonization in enabling environmental sustainability moving forward. In particular, there has been a major focus placed on the carbon produced through electricity generation, as it is responsible for roughly 30% of emissions globally. While industrialized nations are slowly moving away from fossil-fuel based electricity, emerging economies are still heavily reliant on fossil fuels which are the most readily available electricity generation sources for them.<\/p>

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Thus, there is a tension that needs to be navigated if we are to meet carbon reduction targets \u2013 and they are, to be clear, shared targets. A nuanced approach to navigating this tension will see industrialized nation states collaborating with emerging economies to deploy a portfolio of solutions with low-carbon generation, storage and demand side management with advanced technology focusing on energy efficiency. To more efficiently facilitate the global shift towards renewable energy adoption, the below six areas should be our priority to address climate change.<\/p>