Webinar Info:

The North American Electric Grid is considered to be the world’s largest machine as well as one of the 20th century’s greatest technological achievements.  However, this same magnificent grid has grown old and out-of-date over the years and many believe it is not currently ready or able to meet the demands of the 21st century. 

Dr. Massoud Amin will offer some much needed context on these topics and share his thoughts on how we need to move forward.  In this information packed hour, he will use data, graphs, research, and his witty metaphors to provide:

• The current status of the electric power grid
• A historical context as to what has happened during the last 10-15 years
• Pathways forward on how we can make the Grid Smarter, Stronger, Greener, and More Secure

Following his presentation, Dr. Amin will take questions for the remainder of the hour.

Who should attend:

We recommend that anyone who is in the energy industry or interested in the topic of a Smarter Grid should attend this webinar so please inform you peers about this webinar.

Instructor Info:

Dr. Massoud Amin has pioneered R&D into smart electric power grids, coined the term 'self-healing grid,' and led the development of more than 24 advanced technologies for our national critical infrastructures. He is currently the Director of the Center for the Development of Technological Leadership and a professor at the University of Minnesota. His areas of expertise include: Systems and Controls; Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP); Development and Management of R&D initiatives; Strategic Planning and Implementation. Earlier in his career, Dr. Amin was the Area Manager of Infrastructure Security, Grid Operations/Planning, and Energy Markets at EPRI in Palo Alto, California.  Full bio.

More info about the Smart Grid Learning Institute.

More info about the Center for the Development of Technological Leadership at the University of Minnesota.