Bri-Mathias Hodge

Dr. Bri-Mathias Hodge is a Professor and Associate Chair for Research and Graduate Education in the Department of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder. He also serves as an Associate Director and Fellow of the Renewable and Sustainable Energy Institute (RASEI). Previously, he held roles as Chief Scientist and Distinguished Member of the Research Staff at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). His research focuses on power and energy systems, particularly the integration of renewable energy sources like wind and solar power.

His research emphasizes the modeling and simulation of power systems, addressing operational and planning challenges posed by renewable energy integration. Key areas include grid reliability, renewable energy forecasting, and sustainable energy systems design. He explores solutions to enhance grid stability and efficiency in the transition to renewable energy sources.

Dr. Hodge has been recognized with numerous awards, including:

• Five best paper awards at the IEEE Power & Energy Society General Meeting
• NREL Outstanding Mentor Award (five occasions)
• NREL President’s Award (2016)
• NREL Outstanding Performance Award and Director's Publication Impact Award (2019)
• NREL Chairman's Award (2020)
• Fulbright Fellowship (2016)

Dr. Hodge has mentored numerous students, evidenced by his multiple NREL Outstanding Mentor Awards. While specific grants are not detailed in the provided text, his research contributions are supported by institutions such as NREL and RASEI.

He is actively involved with the Renewable and Sustainable Energy Institute (RASEI) and leads a research group focused on advancing renewable energy systems and grid integration technologies.