Technology Spotlight
by Hiroko Isaji
In 2011, Japan was hit by a large scaled earthquake off the coast of Tohoku region, which severely damaged its power facilities. In the case of oil-filled & insulated equipment such as transformers, there was a significant amount of oil spills and leakage due to the impact of earthquake and…
Shattering Barriers and Making History
Erika is a pioneer woman. When the chance presented itself to work in a predominantly male territory, Erika accepted the challenge, breaking the glass ceiling, and making history as the first female large-sized coil winder at Hitachi Energy in Brazil.
Coil winding involves precisely wrapping wire around a core to…
by Larissa Affolabi
With the growing demand for environmentally friendly transportation options like electric vehicles (EVs), the need for reliable and efficient charging infrastructure has also increased. This has resulted in an increase in the deployment of EV charging stations alongside the concurrent rise in the deployment of distributed energy resources (DERs), such as solar…
Women in Power Systems
The Women in Power Systems (WPS) community champions women across various roles in power systems. We foster connections, applaud achievements, and support individuals in achieving a harmonious balance between their professional and personal lives.