The EAO group at "ESE in 2050"
At ESE in 2050, the Department of Energy Science and Engineering dedicated time to celebrating past achievements, aligning on key themes, and defining future goals.
As part of the faculty panel, Professor Adam Brandt emphasized the importance of foundational science and engineering skills in addressing tomorrow's energy challenges. He highlighted critical topics such as the role of weather forecasting in solar-dominated power grids, the potential of electric vehicle charging optimization for demand management, and the pressing need for greater transparency in emissions measurement. Later in the day, students from the group participated in the poster competition held outside the Jen-Hsun Huang Engineering Center, showcasing their research and engaging with the broader academic community:
"From the South of France to Sunny Arizona: Field Site Insights from Methane Controlled Release Studies" - Audrey McManemin, Frances Reuland, Adam R. Brandt
"Co-optimization of California's Energy Transition in the Electricity and Gas Sectors using the BRIDGES capacity expansion model" - Mathis Heyer, Mo Sodwatana, Adam R. Brandt
"High-resolution national mapping of natural gas composition substantially updates methane leakage impacts" - Philippine M. Burdeau, Evan D. Sherwin, Sebastian C. Biraud, Elena S.F. Berman, Adam R. Brandt
Moreover, Dimitri Saad contributed to shaping the event as a member of the organizing committee for ESE in 2050.
