Barry Rawn

Barry Rawn is an Associate Teaching Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), affiliated with the College of Engineering. He focuses on stressed centralized electricity infrastructure and off-grid energy systems, particularly in Nigeria. His research contributes to the IEEE Working Group on Sustainable Energy for Developing Communities and emphasizes renewable energy integration, grid stability, and smart grid technologies.

Education: All degrees from the University of Toronto:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
• MASc in Electrical Engineering
• BASc in Engineering Science

Research Interests: Rawn explores the interplay between centralized grids and decentralized energy solutions in developing regions. His work spans transmission/distribution system optimization, renewable energy modeling, and circular economy frameworks for plastics in Africa. He also investigates battery reuse and smart grid innovations, often collaborating with industry and international partners.

Key Article Trends: Recent work emphasizes circular plastics economies in Africa, vehicle-to-grid integration, and Nigerian grid modernization. Earlier research focused on wind power integration, grid stability under reverse power flows, and HVDC transmission planning.

Awards: No specific awards listed, though his work aligns with IEEE sustainability initiatives. Advising/Grants: No grant details provided; maintains affiliations with CMU Africa and Brunel University London’s Smart Power Networks Theme. Collaborative activities include industrial partnerships and cross-sectoral projects in Africa.

Labs/Teams: Engaged with the Institute of Energy Futures (UK) and leads fieldwork in Nigeria/Rwanda. Active in IEEE committees and African energy policy dialogues.