FAIE Hosts an Insightful Seminar on Grid Integration of Renewable Energy

The Faculty of Artificial Intelligence and Engineering (FAIE), through its Industrial Linkage Committee, hosted a seminar featuring Prof. Dr. Mithulan Nadarajah from the University of Queensland, Australia, who also serves as the External Examiner for the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electrical programme on 28 April 2025. The seminar, titled “Grid Integration of Renewable Energy: Planning and Operational Planning Aspects”, attracted participation from students, staff, and faculty members.

Prof. Mithulan shared valuable insights from his extensive research on renewable energy integration into modern power grids, highlighting the important role of solar photovoltaic systems in achieving Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7. During the technical session, he emphasised critical aspects of planning and operational strategies for renewable energy parks, including the potential of green hydrogen in achieving net-zero emissions and providing essential grid support. He also discussed the assessment of oscillations in multi-inverter power systems employing Virtual Synchronous Generator control, an increasingly important topic as global renewable energy penetration rises.

Participants gained valuable knowledge about current industry-funded research projects, the significance of hybrid energy storage systems, and the future of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The session was highly engaging and interactive, with Prof. Mithulan sharing real-world examples and thoughtfully addressing questions from the audience. The event concluded with a discussion on the future challenges and opportunities in renewable energy integration.

Thank you, Prof. Mithulan, for an inspiring and insightful session!