Seminar on Energy Transitions celebrating World Energy Day

The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), School of Technology, at Assam Don Bosco University, recently organized an insightful seminar on 'Energy Transitions' to commemorate World Energy Day on October 22, 2022.

The seminar focused on the theme of transitioning from fossil fuels to low-carbon energy sources, addressing the urgent need for sustainable energy solutions. Esteemed resource persons from various fields, including Mr. Bhaskarjyoti Das, Mr. Masfick Hazarika, Dr. Papul Changmai, Dr. Hironmay Deb, and Dr. Sunil Deka, shared their expertise with a captive audience of 72 participants, comprising B.Tech and M.Tech students, faculty, and staff members of the EEE department.

Mr. Bhaskarjyoti Das, Assistant Manager at APDCL, delivered an engaging talk on "Marching towards Green Energy." He highlighted the importance of renewable power generation, discussed the current energy scenario in Assam, and shed light on the state's progress in adopting renewable power sources. Mr. Das also shared insights into APDCL's installation of various solar PV systems, both off-grid and grid-connected, while addressing the challenges encountered during the process. Furthermore, he underscored key research areas within the renewable energy sector.

Mr. Masfick Hazarika, Program Manager at World Resources Institute (WRI), India, along with his team member Mr. Abdul Khalid, presented on "Energy for Equitable Development." Their presentation explored concepts such as energy access, energy transition, and energy development in India. They provided an introduction to WRI, India, and highlighted collaborative efforts with partners to improve the energy landscape, particularly in Assam. The duo also emphasized the vast potential for renewable energy in the region, discussing employment opportunities within the sector.

Dr. Hironmay Deb, Assistant Professor at ADBU, offered a comprehensive overview of the energy investment picture in 2021 and provided initial insights into the emerging trends for 2022. His presentation provided valuable insights into the evolving energy landscape and investment patterns.

Dr. Papul Changmai, Assistant Professor at ADBU, delivered an enlightening address on "India's Solar Power Dream." He delved into the challenges associated with solar PV electricity generation and highlighted government initiatives aimed at promoting solar power generation in India.

Dr. Sunil Deka, Assistant Professor at ADBU, shared his expertise on "Renewable Energy Resources," discussing various techniques for harnessing energy from different renewable sources. His presentation offered valuable insights into the potential of renewable energy in meeting our growing energy needs.

World Energy Day, first initiated by the World Energy Forum on October 22, 2012, serves as a global platform to raise awareness about energy usage, promote affordable and sustainable energy solutions, and advocate for global decarbonization efforts. Assam Don Bosco University's seminar on Energy Transitions aligns with the goals of World Energy Day by empowering students and stakeholders with knowledge and insights into the transition towards a sustainable energy future.

Field visit to 33/11 kV Sixmile Substation, APDCL

The third semester MTech students of the Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) department, School of Technology, Assam Don Bosco University visited the 33/11 kV Sixmile Substation under the Basistha subdivision of APDCL (Assam Power Distribution Co. Ltd.) on 11 Oct 2022. Mr. Jesif Ahmed, a member of the faculty, accompanied the students. APDCL Engineers- Mr. Arnabjan Das, Assistant Manager, IT dept., and Ms. Purabi Kakati, Assistant Manager, APDCL, guided the field visit.

Objectives of the filed visit were:

• To reinforce experiential and contextual learning.

• To explore the various types of components and machinery used in electrical substations.

• To enhance classroom learning by making real-world connections.

Outcome:

It is worthwhile to mention that the substation has a total capacity of 20 MVA (2×10 MVA) and has two incoming feeders, viz., 132/33 KV Kahilipara GSS (Grid Substation) and 220/33 KV Jawaharnagar GIS via Jawaharnagar GSS, only one of which is used at a time. The 33 KV Dwarandha feeder is also connected to the substation. The substation has six outgoing feeders, viz., 11 kV Chachal feeder, 11 kV Rukminigaon feeder, 11 kV New Capital Feeder, 11 kV Tripura Road feeder, 11 kV GS Road feeder and 11 kV Station feeder. The field trip included visits to the switchyard, control room and its various components and feeders. This was followed by a detailed tour of the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and RT-DAS (Real-Time Data Acquisition System) systems located in the data centre of the substation. The students also had the opportunity to visit the APDCL customer care centre, where they were given a brief demonstration of the complaint-handling process.