Anurag K Srivastav

Integrating electric vehicles (EV) and distributed energy resources (DER) presents multiple challenges while offering solutions for grid operation. Using internet-of-things (IoT) technology for EVs and DERs improves the resiliency of the grid but introduces cyber vulnerabilities. Minimizing the impact of cyber attacks on the grid depends on factors such as cyber defense planning, grid operator training and using metrics for operational decision-making. A standardized metric system is required to quantify cyber resiliency and use them for systems with edge devices. The talk covers the basics of cyber-power security and resiliency, operational decision tools, resiliency metrics for the grid and a testbed to validate these cyber resilience tools.

Biography:

Anurag K. Srivastava is a Raymond J. Lane Professor and Chairperson of the Computer Science and Electrical Engineering Department at the West Virginia University. He is also an adjunct professor at the Washington State University and senior scientist at the Pacific Northwest National Lab. He received his Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology in 2005. His research interest includes data-driven algorithms for power system operation and control including cyber-resiliency analysis. He has worked on multiple projects in partnership with several companies, US government, several universities, and national research labs. He has delivered 30+ keynotes/ tutorials/ IEEE distinguished lecture and is an IEEE Fellow, several CIGRE WG member and the author of more than 375 technical publications including 2 books and 3 patents.