Electrical Power Systems Research Group

Our Vision

Empowering a sustainable future through innovation in electrical power systems

Mission statement:

• Driving innovation in power systems.
• Enabling the transition towards renewable energy.
• Delivering real-world solutions that minimize environmental impact.

Our research group conducts research and has the expertise to benefit the industry and the public in Norway and internationally. We aim to be a preferred partner in Norwegian and European research projects and seeks to take a lead role in Norway within electrical power system research.

Our main focus areas

• System Optimization, Digitalization, and Integration. Hydro-, solar- and wind storage.
• Power Delivery and apparatus. Measurement and operation.
• Multi-energy markets and Power system planning. Flexibility, ancillary services and economics.
• Sustainable Electrification. Transportation, process industry and offshore.

Thematic focus includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Hydropower systems
• Power system operation, dynamics and stability
• Stand-alone and Grid-connected PV Systems
• Battery Energy Storage Systems
• Medium Voltage Switchgear
• Internal Arc Faults
• Thermal Design of Electrical Equipment

Infrastructure

The research group has access to advanced laboratories and scientific equipment:

• Generator lab
• Smartgrid-lab
• High current lab
• High voltage lab

Research projects 

Our PhD students are continuously contributing within the research group and on our projects.