Sasa Djokic

Professor Sasa Djokic holds a Personal Chair of Electrical Power Systems at the University of Edinburgh's School of Engineering. His work focuses on advancing renewable energy integration, smart grid technologies, and power system reliability. Key research areas include harmonic analysis, electric vehicle infrastructure, and distributed energy resource management. Djokic leads projects such as the RESILIENT initiative in Kenya, enhancing mini-grids, and THERMAL, addressing transmission line resilience. He has contributed to over 127 publications and 15 projects, emphasizing practical solutions to energy challenges.

Research interests span renewable energy systems, power distribution networks, and sustainable energy policies. Notable contributions include optimizing grid upgrades for 100% renewable power, mitigating waveform distortions, and developing machine learning models for energy demand forecasting. Djokic collaborates globally, addressing challenges like energy poverty through peer-to-peer trading and decentralized markets. His work bridges academic research with real-world applications, impacting energy security and sustainability.

• Key Projects: RESILIENT (Kenya mini-grids), THERMAL (transmission resilience), DISPATCH (decarbonizing heating/cooling)
• Awards: None explicitly listed, but recognized through academic leadership and research impact.
• Grants: Funded by EPSRC, National Grid, and UK government bodies.