Center for Electric Power System Research (CEPSR)

CEPSR Overview

Clarkson University's electric power engineering program is recognized as one of the leading power programs in the United States. Our program is known for its modern educational thrusts, strong interactions with the power engineering community, and cutting edge research.

Our research programs address current industry issues and contribute directly to the global goals of reducing carbon emissions, and electrifying transportation and building energy usage.

Our educational programs prepare our undergraduate and graduate students for challenging and rewarding careers that address these same goals.

Our Industry Partners & Board Members

In 2018, Clarkson established the Center of Electric Power System Research (CEPSR) to advance and promote research, education, and outreach activities between Clarkson and the industry with board members including:

Yonghong Chen, Chief Scientist, Grid Planning and Analysis Center, NREL
Frank Peverly, Market Segment Leader, CHA
Casey Kirkpatrick, Director, Group Strategic Engineering (NY), National Grid
Carl Terry, Consultant, Nuclear Power Industry
Robb Pike, Vice President, Market Operations, NYISO

Nathan Cote, Manager, P&C Engineering Projects, Eversource
Dan Lorden, Principal, DJL Energy Consulting, LLC
Andrew Boulais, Regional Manager and SVP- Northern New York, New York Power Authority
Bruce Balch, Senior Manager, Clean Energy Policy Energy Storage, Avangrid

CEPSR Vision and Mission Statement

The Center for Electric Power System Research (CEPSR) vision is to continuously improve the Clarkson University electric power systems program.

The CEPSR Mission is to fulfill the center's vision of continuous improvement by

Promoting strong relationships between the Clarkson program and industry, particularly through the CEPSR board
Promoting an active and relevant research program across the diverse electric power systems areas of interest
Developing and maintaining strong workforce development activities at the undergraduate and graduate levels

Educational Programs

Clarkson University features broad, well-recognized educational programs in electric power engineering at both the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.