Technical Activities
Technical Activities Overview
About IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES) Technical Activities
The IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES) Technical Activities, directed by the IEEE PES Technical Council, play a critical role in advancing the electric power and energy industry. Through its Technical Committees and Coordinating Committees, PES focuses on addressing current and emerging challenges, shaping industry standards, and sharing essential research and developments. These efforts drive innovation, improve reliability, and support the global transition to smarter, more sustainable power systems.
Available! IEEE PES Technical Committees, Subcommittees & Coordinating Committees Booklet
Learn more about each working group committee, including their background, scope of work, related subcommittees, and how to join.
Active PES Standards
- IEEE 1428-2026 - IEEE Guide for Installation Methods for Fiber-Optic Cables in Power Generating Stations and in Industrial Facilities
- IEEE C37.122.8-2026 - IEEE Guide for the Application of Mobile Gas-Insulated Substations Rated above 52 kV
- IEEE 1188-2025 - IEEE Recommended Practice for Maintenance, Testing, and Replacement of Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid (VRLA) Batteries for Stationary Applications
PES Standards in Development
- PC37.86 - Guide for Internet of Things (IoT) Switchgear Terminals (52 kV and below)
- IEEE PC37.243 - IEEE Draft Guide for Application of Line Current Differential Protection Using Digital Communications
- P1310 - Recommended Practice for Thermal Cycle Testing of Form-Wound Stator Bars and Coils for Large Rotating Machines
Technical Reports & White Papers
Technical Report (TR 148)
Reliability and Resilience for New Grid Needs
Technical Report (TR 147)
Resilient and Secure Large-Scale Energy Internet Systems
Technical Report (TR 144)
Integrating Relay Models with Fundamental-Frequency Phasor-Domain Dynamic Simulation
White Paper
A Framework for Integrated Investment Planning: Aligning Value Across Electric Utility Investments