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Technical Council

About the IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES) Technical Council

The IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES) Technical Council oversees the Technical Activities Committees (TAC), driving innovation and leadership across the electric power and energy sector. Through expert collaboration, the Council addresses emerging challenges, advances cutting-edge research, and develops global industry standards. Its mission is to enhance grid reliability, enable smart grid technologies, and accelerate the transition to sustainable, resilient energy systems worldwide.

IEEE PES Technical Activities Committees (TAC)

Council Officers

Jim McBride, Chair

Costas Vournas, Vice Chair

Keith Flowers, Secretary

Diane Watkins, Past Chair

Statement of Purpose and Scope

IEEE PES technical committees are dedicated to promoting the understanding of power engineering, promoting the contributions of the power industry, supporting power engineering education and so much more!

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Technical Council Resources

IEEE PES Technical Committees, Subcommittees & Coordinating Committees Booklet

Technical Council Organization & Committee Chart

Technical Council Organization and Procedures Manual

Questions? Email Abira Altvater, TAC Program Manager, at