Category: PES
[Click to View List] List of IEEE PES Foothill Section Webinars
| May 27, 2026 | Posted by Koji Yamashita under PES |
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Date Title Featured DistinguishedSpeaker YouTube Link ———– Samoa’s Power System in Transition: Managing Grid Reliability, Generation Constraints, and the Current Energy Crisis Ms. Sarafina Lesa N/A 04/07/2026 Palau Public Utilities Corporation, Electric Power Operations 10-Year Plan (2026-2035) Mr. Ramon Adelbai Coming soon 03/18/2026 Provisional: Making Room for Batteries in Japan: […]
IEEE PES Webinar: Samoa’s Power System in Transition: Managing Grid Reliability, Generation Constraints, and the Current Energy Crisis (Canceled)
| May 21, 2026 | Posted by Koji Yamashita under PES |
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Abstract This webinar presents an overview of the evolving power system in Samoa asthe country increases the integration of renewable energy resources. Thepresentation introduces the structure of the national grid operated byElectric Power Corporation Samoa and highlights recent operationalchallenges, including generation constraints, grid reliability, and thecurrent energy situation. Particular attention […]
IEEE PES Webinar: Palau Public Utilities Corporation, Electric Power Operations 10-Year Plan (2026-2035) (04/07 3 PM)
| March 23, 2026 | Posted by Koji Yamashita under PES |
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Abstract Palau has seen major changes in the main power grid system architecture in recent years. This change has been driven by the transition to renewable energy. The presentation shall showcase the changes that have happened and the 10-year plan moving forward. Speaker Mr. Adelbai has been with the Palau Public Utilities […]
IEEE PES Webinar: Making Room for Batteries in Japan: The need for Regulatory Evolution (03/18 at 4 PM)
| March 17, 2026 | Posted by Koji Yamashita under PES |
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Abstract The large-scale deployment of battery energy storage systems (BESS) is technically essential for enabling renewable energy to function as a primary power source in modern power systems. However, implementation has progressed more slowly than required, largely due to limited economic viability under current market mechanisms. From a system engineering […]
IEEE PES/IAS Lecture: Substation Ground Grid Design and Low Voltage System Electric Shock Protection (Sponsored by IEEE Orange County Section; Co-sponsored by IEEE Foothill Section) (02/19 at 5 PM)
| February 10, 2026 | Posted by Koji Yamashita under PES |
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Abstract Two related electric safety topics will be covered in the presentation. (1) A ground grid is required for substations to carry and dissipate current into earth under normal and faulty conditions for safety purposes. In the Ground Grid Design presentation, the common concepts, basic requirements, calculation methods, and procedure […]
IEEE PES Webinar: Technical Considerations for Integrating a Variable Renewable Generation Source in a Power System– Case of the Fiji Grid (02/17 at 2 PM)
| February 10, 2026 | Posted by Koji Yamashita under PES |
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Abstract Small island grids in developing countries are faced with balancing priorities between maintaining energy security, reliability, affordability, and sustainability. As developing nations transition towards a decarbonised generation mix, it is important to appropriately balance all these aspects in power system development. The presentation will aim to address some technical considerations […]