DC Transmission Grids Seminar by Prof. Dragan Jovcic, FIEEE, IEEE Distinguished lecturer

Hello! Join Professor Dragan Jovcic, FIEEE for a thought-provoking seminar on the rapid advances in high-voltage DC transmission—especially the rise of VSC and MMC technologies enabling multi-terminal DC grids akin to complex AC systems. Explore real-world motivations such as the proposed 350 GW North Sea DC grid, limitations of AC over long subsea links, and technical challenges in protection, such as ultra-fast relay selectivity in under 0.5 ms, interoperability, self-protection, and ensuring reliability comparable to AC grids. – Date: Monday, 15 September 2025 – Time: 5:15 PM – 8:00 PM (MDT) – Location: TransAlta Building, 1100 1 Street SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 1B1 – Cost: CAD $40 – Seats are limited—registration is required. Please scan the QR code on the poster or visit (if available). What to Expect: – Insights on the state-of-the-art technologies and grid-scale DC transmission developments – A deep dive into protection schemes, component and control challenges, and their real-world implications – Opportunity to ask Professor Jovcic questions and network with peers ————————————————————— Parking Options Near TransAlta Building Vibe Parking – TransAlta Place (Lot 60) – Heated and secured underground parkade, directly below the building – Rates: CAD $5/hour (from 6 PM); – Distance: At the venue—no walk required – (https://vibeparking.com/transalta-place-1100-1-street-se-lot-60/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Lot #301 (211 11 Ave SE) – Subterranean lot roughly 0.1 km (1–2 minute walk) from the building – Rates: CAD $5/hour; – (https://www.parkme.com/lot/1231296/lot-301-calgary-ab-canada?utm_source=chatgpt.com) These options give flexibility depending on your arrival time and preferred convenience. ————————————————————— [] Speaker(s): Dragan Agenda: 5:15 PM Doors open ————————————————————— 5:15 PM – 6:00 PM Registration & Networking – Check-in at the registration desk – Light refreshments and Pizza – Networking ————————————————————— 6:00 PM – 6:05 PM Opening Remarks – Welcome by IEEE PES Calgary Chapter representative – Introduction of Professor Dragan Jovcic ————————————————————— 6:05 PM – 6:50 PM Session 1 ————————————————————— 6:50 PM – 7:00 PM Break ————————————————————— 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM Session 2 ————————————————————— 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM Q&A & Networking – Closing remarks and Q&A – Final thanks and acknowledgements – Reminder for upcoming IEEE PES Calgary events Bldg: TransAlta Building, 1100 – 1st Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2G 1B1