Pedro Andres Sanchez Perez

Pedro Andres Sanchez Perez is a Researcher III at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) within the Grid Planning and Analysis Center. His work focuses on electricity system modeling, grid resilience, and climate change impacts on energy infrastructure.

His research centers on electricity sector decarbonization, climate-resilient grid planning, and advanced modeling frameworks. Key interests include Cambium scenario analysis, phasor measurement applications, water-energy nexus challenges, and energy storage integration. His approach combines technical grid analysis with socioeconomic and environmental impact assessments to address decarbonization barriers.

Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a strong emphasis on U.S. electricity sector transformation, with recurring themes of renewable integration, climate vulnerability, and real-time grid monitoring. His Nature Communications article demonstrates how water constraints exacerbate decarbonization costs, while Cambium documentation establishes standardized methodologies for long-term energy planning.

As part of NREL's Grid Planning and Analysis Center, Sanchez Perez contributes to critical tools like the RTPA-SCR System Strength Online Tool and Cambium modeling framework, directly supporting national grid modernization and decarbonization initiatives.