Emmanuel De Jaeger

Emmanuel De Jaeger is a Professor of Electrical Energy and Power Systems at the University of Louvain (UCLouvain), Belgium, since 2012. He serves as Director of Studies for Electro-mechanical and Energy Engineering programs. Previously, he held leadership roles at Laborelec (ENGIE Lab) from 1991-2012, including Scientific Director and Technical Director of Electricity Grids.

• Education:
  • 1991: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, UCLouvain
  • 1985: M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, UCLouvain

His research focuses on energy systems, electrical power systems, power quality, and power electronics, with a strong emphasis on microgrids, smart grids, and renewable energy integration. Recent work includes dynamic modeling of power converters, harmonic disturbances in low-voltage grids, and optimization of energy storage systems.

He actively contributes to IEC standardization committees and has published extensively on topics such as pumped storage hydropower, DC microgrid analysis, and voltage control strategies. His teaching portfolio includes courses on electrical power systems, smart grids, and dynamic modeling.