Dean Sharafi
Candidate Statement
Dear IEEE PES Members,
It is with great enthusiasm and a deep sense of responsibility that I announce my candidacy for a position on the IEEE PES Governing Board. With thirty years of experience in power system engineering I have dedicated my career to advancing the field through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. My professional journey has spanned many areas of power systems, and I have had the privilege of contributing to both industry and academia. As an engaged member of IEEE PES, I have served on technical committees, organized conferences and contributed to PES publications, gaining a deep understanding of our society’s mission and challenges.
If elected, I will focus on:
- Promoting innovation and collaboration to address global energy challenges.
- Supporting sustainable and resilient energy solutions for the future.
- Expanding educational and mentorship opportunities for students and young professionals.
- Enhancing PES’s global impact by fostering inclusivity and knowledge sharing.
I am committed to serving our community with integrity and vision. Thank you for your support and trust.
Sincerely,
Dean Sharafi
Biography
Dean Sharafi is the Strategic Advisor on energy transition at the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO). Dean holds a degree in Applied Physics, a degree in Electrical Engineering and a degree in Business Management. He has over thirty years of experience in power system engineering which includes Power System Protection, High Voltage Systems, Asset Management and Power System and Electricity Market Operation.
Dean is a senior member of the IEEE and has been involved with IEEE Power and Energy Society for twenty years including serving at the Governing Board from 2017 to 2022.
Dean has published many papers on power system protection, condition monitoring, asset management and power system operations. He lectured for a decade as a Sessional Academic on Power System Earthing at Curtin University in Western Australia.
Dean is an Associate Editor for the IEEE Transactions on Power Systems Journal and an IEEE Distinguished Lecturer.
IEEE Accomplishments/Activities
Dean’s contributions to the IEEE Power and Energy Society extends to over two decades. He has delivered many lectures as a part of IEEE Distinguished Lecture Program, promoting PES vision including sustainability, energy efficiency and renewable energy. Dean has also been an active contributor to several IEEE PES white papers and publications. He was the guest editor of the Sep/Oct 2021 PES Magazine, Special Issue on the Australian journey towards renewable energy. Dean is currently serving as an associate editor of IEEE Transactions on Power Systems Journal and the chair of region 10 conferences. His IEEE PES achievements include:
IEEE PES Western Australian Chapter committee member – 2006 – now
IEEE PES Western Australian Chapter Chair – 2010-2012
IEEE PES Chapter Representative 2013-2017
IEEE PES Region 10 Representative at the Governing Board 2017-2022
IEEE PES Region 10 Conferences’ Chair 2022 – now
Associate Editor on Transactions on Power Systems Journal – 2024 – now
Member of Industry Technical Support Leadership Committee – 2024 – now