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Steven Hegedus is a Continuing Track Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) and a Senior Scientist at the Institute of Energy Conversion (IEC) at the University of Delaware (UD). He holds a PhD from UD and has dedicated over 35 years to solar photovoltaic (PV) research, with a split appointment since 2018 combining academic and research roles. His work spans all commercially active solar technologies, focusing on device processing, characterization, and stability. Current research emphasizes microgrids, smart inverters, bifacial PV modules with battery storage, and policy analysis for community solar initiatives in Delaware.
He teaches interdisciplinary courses on Solar Electric Technology and Renewable Energy Microgrids, having advised over 15 graduate students. Collaborations with the Energy and Environmental Policy Department have produced analyses of rooftop solar economics and policy frameworks for low-income communities. Dr. Hegedus co-edited the Handbook of Photovoltaic Science and Engineering and serves on the Delaware Renewable Energy Task Force. He was the first in Newark, DE to install a rooftop PV system and is an IEEE Senior Member.
His research extends to hardware-in-loop testing for smart inverters, grid stability, and resilience of commercial microgrids. Ongoing projects include bifacial module deployment and integration of distributed energy resources. His work bridges technical innovation with policy, aiming to enhance grid reliability and equitable renewable energy access.
