IEEE PES VNR VJIET on the occasion of PES day is organizing a talk on " Navigating Policies for Electric Mobility in India: Challenges and Opportunities"

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IEEE PES VNR VJIET on the occasion of PES day is organizing a talk on " Navigating Policies for Electric Mobility in India: Challenges and Opportunities"  on 24th April 2024 at A306 from 2 PM to 5 PM.

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Dr. VSK Murthy Balijepalli is a Principal Product Manager at EFICAA, where he spearheads the development of cutting-edge smart grid solutions. Bringing over 15 years of expertise in designing and implementing innovative solutions within the power sector, Dr. Balijepalli possesses a profound understanding of the technological challenges and advancements in this field. He completed his PhD in Electrical Engineering at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, and is an esteemed member of the Institution of Engineers (India) as well as the IEEE Power and Energy Society. His extensive career features significant roles across top-tier organizations, including the POWERGRID Corporation of India, the National Smart Grid Mission under the Ministry of Power, the Rolls-Royce Corporate Lab in Singapore, and as a Lead Principal Investigator at ETH Zurich. In these positions, he led pioneering projects in smart energy and smart cities, significantly pushing forward the frontiers of technology in these sectors. In his ongoing commitment to the field, Dr. Balijepalli actively participates in the IEEE community. He currently serves as the IEEE Power and Energy Society Region 10 Secretary, overseeing activities across the Asia Pacific region, and holds the position of Chair and coordinator for Industry Relations at the IEEE Hyderabad Section. His efforts here are crucial in bridging the gap between industry and academia, promoting innovative solutions in power and energy. Dr. Balijepalli's work has had a considerable impact on smart energy grids. He has been a member of various technical panels such as those under the Bureau of Indian Standards (LITD-10), CIMug, and IEC PC118-Smart Grid User Interface. His research has garnered multiple accolades, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Young Innovator Award (TR35, 2012), the Department of Science and Technology-Lockheed Martin Award, The Institution of Engineers (India) Young Engineer Award, and the Gandhian Technological Innovation Award. As an authoritative figure in smart grid technologies, Dr. Balijepalli has contributed to numerous collaborative research and development projects, delivered several key lectures, and provided consultancy services to leading entities in the energy sector. He is an author and co-author of over 30 peer-reviewed international publications, has filed 9 patents in smart energy grids, and holds 3 granted patents. Furthermore, Dr. Balijepalli's entrepreneurial spirit is demonstrated through his active involvement as a promoter for companies such as LUCES Innovation Consulting and ENTELLO Systems. His work with these firms underscores his commitment to using technology to solve real-world problems, particularly in improving the efficiency, reliability, and resilience of the power grid through advanced smart grid solutions. Overall, Dr. Balijepalli’s dedication to advancing sustainable energy solutions is evident not only in his professional achievements but also in his role as a member of the expert committee on Sustainable Energy for the United Nations Economic Commission (UNECE) in Geneva, Switzerland. His passion for integrating technology into practical applications ensures his continued influence in the smart grid domain, aiming to meet the challenges of today’s energy needs.

IEEE PES VNR VJIET on the occasion of PES day is organizing a talk on " Navigating Policies for Electric Mobility in India: Challenges and Opportunities"  on 24th April 2024 at A306 from 2 PM to 5 PM.