60th International Universities Power Engineering Conference
BRUNEL UNIVERSITY LONDON | 2nd – 5th SEPTEMBER 2025
Discover the UPEC2025 programme
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Technical Programme Highlights
1. Paper Sessions
The paper sessions at UPEC 2025 will feature peer-reviewed papers submitted by researchers from around the globe. These papers will showcase cutting-edge research and novel approaches to solving the challenges in power engineering.
2. Keynote Addresses
Keynote, Tuesday 2nd September, 15:30-16:00 - Supporting energy innovation through a whole-systems approach |
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Dr David Wyatt
Practice Manager - Dynamic Energy Systems Simulation, Energy Systems Catapult |
| Energy Systems Catapult exists to accelerate Net Zero energy innovation, through taking a whole systems view of energy. In this presentation I would like to give an overview of selected Catapult projects, covering spatial scales from street-level to national and time periods from minutes to decades, that demonstrate how widening the perspective on a problem to include additional system elements is invaluable for gaining a full appreciation of the complexity and potential solutions. | |
Keynote, Wednesday 3rd September, 11:00-11:30 - Insights from UK wind integration studies |
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Dr Fathy Aboshady
Power Systems Technical Consultant, Hitachi Energy |
| As the UK accelerates its transition to a low-carbon energy system, wind power has emerged as a dominant renewable resource. This keynote presents key insights from recent system studies on the integration of large-scale offshore wind energy into the UK electricity grid. It explores the project execution phases, with a strong emphasis on ensuring compliance with the UK Grid Code requirements. The discussion is grounded in real-life examples that illustrate how grid code requirements are integrated and enforced throughout the project lifecycle. | |
Closing ceremony Keynote, Friday 5th September, 15:00-15:30 - Empowering the next generation to create a better energy future |
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Lydia Malley
Director of Professional Development, Energy Institute |
| As UPEC 2025 draws to a close, we reflect not only on the research and innovations shared, but on the people behind them—the students, professionals, and academics shaping the energy landscape of tomorrow. In this keynote, the Energy Institute’s Director of Professional Development will explore the importance of investing in people and skills to enable the transition to a low-carbon future and the role of continuous learning, inclusive professional pathways, and collaboration across sectors to drive meaningful impact in power and energy systems. The session will celebrate the outstanding contributions made throughout the conference, culminating in the presentation of awards to those whose work exemplifies the excellence and ambition that UPEC champions. Together, we look ahead to a more connected, sustainable, and resilient energy future. | |
3. Tutorials
Tutorial 1 - Power quality in modern electrical power systems: navigating challenges and unveiling opportunities enabled by power electronics |
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Dr. Grazia Todeschini
King's College London, Director of SPRINT research lab |
| Electrical power systems are experiencing rapid changes worldwide, due to the interconnection of large number of equipment based on power converters, from renewable energy sources to electric vehicles. These devices cause concerns in terms of degradation of the grid power quality, such as an increase in voltage and current distortion, and in voltage imbalance. At the same time, power converters offer opportunities to enhance grid operation, by providing various functionalities known as ‘ancillary services’. This tutorial will provide an overview of the main power quality challenges experienced by modern electrical power system, emerging concerns (such as high-frequency distortion), and potential solutions. | |
Tutorial 2 - Analysis Tools for Complex Interactions in Large IBR Dominated Systems |
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Dr Diptargha Chakravorty
Siemens Energy, Head of Grid Analysis and Planning - UK |
| This comprehensive tutorial addresses the critical challenges of analysing complex interactions in modern power systems dominated by Inverter-Based Resources (IBRs). As renewable energy integration accelerates and conventional synchronous generators are displaced, power system dynamics are fundamentally changing, requiring new analytical approaches and tools to understand and predict system behaviour. | |
4. Panel Discussions:
→Energy Transition in transport, electricity and heating
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Join our Panel on the "Energy Transition in transport, electricity and heating" where industry leaders, policymakers, and researchers will debate critical issues in modern power systems.
→Shaping the Future Grid: Women in Power
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Join IEEE PES Women in Power (WiP) Chapter UK and Ireland bringing together women at the forefront of research and enterprise in power and enegy engineering. Listen to their success stories, get inspired and participate in discussions with he panel members.
Social Programme
1. Welcome Reception
The Welcome Reception offers a casual environment for delegates to meet and network with fellow participants, including speakers and industry professionals, before the official conference proceedings begin.
2. Civic Reception
A Civic Reception, attended by the Mayor of the London Borough of Hillingdon, will offer an opportunity to connect with civic leaders and local stakeholders, while learning more about the rich history of the area where Brunel University of London is located. The Civic Reception will take place at the historic Battle of Britain Bunker Visitor Centre. Discover more about it here.
3. Conference Gala Dinner
The UPEC2025 Gala Dinner will be held at the prestigious IET London: Savoy Place, a renowned venue situated on the banks of the River Thames in the heart of London. This landmark location, home to the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), offers a fitting backdrop for an evening of dining and networking. UPEC2025 attendees will have the chance to enjoy the historic setting and impressive views of the city skyline.
4. Technical and Cultural Tours
We will offer attendees the opportunity to take part in technical and cultural visits that complement the technical conference programm:
Technical Visit to UK Power Networks – London Southwark Office
Visit the Southwark office of UK Power Networks to discover how electricity is delivered to millions across London and the South East. The tour includes presentations on innovation, outage response, and smart grid technologies.
Technical Visit to NESO – National Energy System Operator, Wokingham
Gain insight into the UK’s electricity system operation with a visit to NESO’s Wokingham control centre. Learn about grid balancing,load forecasting, system security, and the integration of renewable energy in real-time operations. A not-to-miss visit to the control centre viewing gallery is included.
Battle of Britain Bunker Experience: Guided Tour and Traditional Afternoon Tea
Step into history with a guided tour of the iconic Battle of Britain Bunker, the RAF’s underground operations room that played a vital role in WWII. The visit concludes with a relaxing traditional afternoon tea in the visitor centre café.
City of London Insight Tour: Guided Walk and Thames River Journey
Explore the historic heart of London with a guided walk through the City, uncovering Roman ruins, medieval alleys, and iconic landmarks such as St. Paul’s Cathedral. The tour includes a riverside experience along the Thames to enjoy the city’s skyline from a different perspective.
