FST Distinguished Talk – Renewable and Sustainable Energy Technologies for Future GridsSpeaker: Prof. Kashem Muttaqi from University of WollongongHosted by: Prof. Ming Hao WANG

The Faculty of Science and Technology at the University of Macau on January 16, 2026 hosted an insightful distinguished seminar titled “Renewable and Sustainable Energy Technologies for Future Grids,” featuring Distinguished Professor Kashem Muttaqi from the University of Wollongong, Australia. A Fellow of IEEE, IET, and IEAust, Prof. Muttaqi is globally recognized for his pioneering work in smart grids, renewable energy integration, and power system optimization. In his seminar, he addressed critical challenges facing modern power systems as they accommodate increasing shares of renewable energy—such as uncoordinated power injections, outdated static network constraints that fail to reflect real-time conditions, and limited operational visibility. He argued that traditional infrastructure planning is no longer sufficient and must be complemented by dynamic, intelligent solutions. Key innovations he highlighted include solid-state transformers, soft open points, dynamic operating envelopes, dynamic line rating, and next-generation energy management systems. These technologies unlock latent capacity within existing networks, offering cost-effective alternatives to conventional grid upgrades.

Furthermore, microgrids and distributed energy resources are transforming local energy ecosystems by enhancing resilience, enabling consumer participation, and improving reliability. Energy storage plays a pivotal role in mitigating the intermittency of solar and wind generation, ensuring stable and secure grid operation. Prof. Muttaqi emphasized that the synergy of these advancements will form the backbone of future smart, sustainable power systems. His presentation blended rigorous theory with practical engineering insights, reflecting decades of research leadership. Held as part of the University of Macau’s 45th anniversary celebrations, the lecture drew a large audience of students, faculty, and researchers, sparking meaningful dialogue on the future of clean energy and grid modernization. The event underscored the university’s commitment to advancing knowledge in sustainable technologies and fostering global academic collaboration.

澳門大學科技學院於2026年1月16日舉辦題為「未來電網的可再生能源與永續能源技術」的專題講座，特邀澳洲伍倫貢大學傑出教授卡舍姆·穆塔基博士擔任主講嘉賓。穆塔基教授是IEEE、IET及IEAust三大權威學會的會士，在智慧電網、可再生能源整合及電力系統優化領域享有國際聲譽。本次講座深入剖析當前電力系統在高比例可再生能源接入下面臨的核心挑戰，包括不協調的功率注入、傳統網絡限制無法反映即時狀態，以及系統運營可視性不足等問題。他指出，靜態的網絡容量評估已難以適應動態變化的電網需求，必須引入先進技術提升系統彈性與韌性。具體而言，固態變壓器、軟開關點、動態操作範圍、動態線路定額及新一代能源管理系統等創新方案，能有效釋放現有基礎設施的潛在容量，避免昂貴的硬體擴建。

此外，微電網與分散式能源資源正推動本地能源生態轉型，而儲能技術則在平衡間歇性發電、維持電網穩定方面發揮關鍵作用。穆塔基教授強調，這些技術共同構成未來智能、可持續電網的基石。講座內容理論紮實、案例豐富，並結合實際工程應用，充分展現其深厚學術造詣與前瞻視野。此次活動亦作為澳門大學45週年校慶系列學術活動之一，吸引了眾多師生參與，激發了對綠色能源未來的深入思考與熱烈討論。