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Month: October 2023

Webinar on “Smart Grid and Renewable Integration”

Webinar on “Smart Grid and Renewable Integration”

Date: 26th of October 2023

Held on the 26th of October 2023 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM via Zoom, provided a platform for discussing the pressing challenges and opportunities within the realm of renewable energy. With 145 participants, the session featured Prof. Janaka Bandara Ekanayake, Chair Professor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Peradeniya, who shared insights on sustainable energy, barriers, solutions for achieving renewable targets, and system-level solutions like smart grids and virtual power plants.

The event fostered a deeper understanding of renewable energy integration, inspiring participants to contribute to a sustainable energy future.



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Launch of IEEE-PES-SBC-UoJ Official Website

Launch of IEEE-PES-SBC-UoJ Official Website

Date: 13th of October 2023

The IEEE-PES-SBC-UoJ successfully launched its official website, www.eng.jfn.ac.lk/ieee-pes, on 13th of October 2023, from 03:00 PM to 04:00 PM at the Seminar Building, Faculty of Engineering, University of Jaffna. The event was attended by 12 participants. The launch commenced with a warm introduction, followed by a welcoming speech from Mr. Charaka, the Chairperson of the IEEE-PES-SBC-UoJ.

Dr. K. Pirapaharan, the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Jaffna, shared valuable insights and officially launched the website, emphasising its significance and features. Prof. Athputharaja, the advisor of the IEEE-PES-SBC-UoJ delivered an inspiring speech on the role of technology in education and research. Mr. Akitha Anupriya Nawarathna, the Treasurer of the IEEE-PESSBC-UoJ, expressed gratitude in his thank you speech. The event, which showcased the website’s user-friendly design and functionalities, concluded successfully, marking a significant milestone for the chapter’s online presence. Special thanks were given to Mr. Krishikaran Raveendran from the ICT department for his invaluable assistance.



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Talk on “Introduction to IEEE PES SB Chapter”

Talk on “Introduction to IEEE PES SB Chapter”

Date: 3rd of October 2023

The “Introduction to IEEE PES SB Chapter” event took place on 3rd of October 2023, from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Jaffna. With 70 participants in attendance, the session aimed to welcome new members, provide an overview of student branch chapter activities, and foster community. Mr. Akitha Anupriya Nawarathna, Treasurer of IEEE-PES-SBC-UoJ 2023/2024 and a final-year Electrical and Electronic Engineering student at the University of Jaffna, delivered a comprehensive presentation on the significance of IEEE PES, it’s mission, and upcoming opportunities.

The event featured a networking session and an interactive Q&A, successfully engaging new members and sparking their interest in future chapter activities and initiatives in the IEEE PES Student Branch chapter level.



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