Mike George is an electrical engineer in the vastly interconnected world of energy, with over a decade of applied experience in the utility industry. Expert in bulk power conversion, high-voltage (HV)AC and DC transmission, substation design, reactive power (VAR) comp., integrating distributed energy resources (DER), energy storage, electricity/utility markets, T&D asset management/maintenance, regulatory compliance, and failure diagnosis.

Mike’s expertise in the “green” energy space has explored the effects of power grid decentralization, namely the electrical impacts on the grid’s performance when responding to transient system events like faults, switching surges, and sudden loss of generation capacity. His graduate thesis focused on the coordination challenges of controlling hundreds of small generators scattered across a wide area, understanding the impacts to the grid and its dynamic behavior, as these renewable power sources take up an increasing share of the system’s load.

An experienced technical writer, Mike has produced and peer-reviewed a variety of research publications for industry groups like IEEE, CEATI, CIGRE, etc., as well as application guides, user manuals, engineering tutorials, and design specifications for various audiences, including corporate leaders, purchasing agents, field personnel, and the general public.

Mike has sought through his writing not only to advance the state of the art within the electric power industry, but to also make such knowledge more accessible, comprehensible, and relatable to general audiences, particularly those who possess an acute curiosity or interest in the grid but who might lack the credentials typical of an experienced engineer or utility worker.

Mike firmly believes it’s a vital responsibility for our industry to inform and remain engaged with the general public in the conversation regarding the future of our shared electric grid and its impacts.