Professor Ts. Dr. Jagadeesh Pasupuleti is a distinguished academic, researcher, and energy professional specializing in renewable energy, sustainable energy systems, energy efficiency, hybrid renewable energy systems, smart energy management, energy storage, hydrogen energy, and power systems. He currently serves as Director of the Institute of Sustainable Green Energy and Technology (iSGET) and Professor at the Faculty of Energy Transition, i-CATS University College, Kuching, Sarawak. Through his academic and research leadership, he contributes to the development of sustainable energy technologies, energy transition strategies, and future-ready talent to support the transition towards a low-carbon economy. Prior to joining i-CATS University College, Professor Jagadeesh served as Head of Hybrid Renewable Energy System at the Institute of Sustainable Energy and Professor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Universiti Tenaga Nasional, Putrajaya, Malaysia. His career combines extensive academic experience with strong research, consultancy, industry engagement, and professional contributions in the energy sector.
Professor Jagadeesh has 38 years of teaching, research and administrative experience. He has supervised 4 postdoctoral researchers and 40 postgraduate students. He has published and presented 200 research papers in international journals and conferences most of them are indexed in Web of Science and Scopus, together with 8 books and book chapters. His research has achieved an h-index of 40 and more than 5,450 citations. He is recognized among the world’s top 5% of scientists in the SciRank Global Scientist Index 2025, reflecting his contribution and impact in the field of energy research.
His research interests and expertise include:
Renewable and hybrid renewable energy systems
Energy efficiency and energy management
Smart energy management and optimization
Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and grid integration
Energy storage systems and Demand-side management
Hydrogen and fuel cell energy systems
Energy transition and decarbonization
Professor Jagadeesh has been involved in 60 research and consultancy projects in renewable energy and energy efficiency, with a combined funding value of approximately USD 5 million. He has one patent, one utility innovation and one copyright in energy. His projects have addressed practical energy challenges and the development of innovative technologies for sustainable energy generation, management, storage, and utilization.
Selected projects include:
Smart Energy Management Control Strategies for Cost Optimization of Hybrid Energy Systems
Development of an AI-Based Control System for Optimization of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Power Generation to Match Electrical Load
Home Modular Energy Storage with Smart Management System (EPowerPack)
Grid-Connected Energy Storage with Advanced Energy Management System (G-EnergySolution)
Smart Power Management Control System for Biohydrogen Fuel Cell Energy Harvesting
Investigation of Solar PV Penetration Impact and Demand-Side Management of Medium-Voltage Distribution Grids
Research project to harness renewable energy potential from STP biogas and treated waste water to generate electricity
These projects demonstrate his focus on translating research and innovation into practical, scalable, and industry-relevant energy solutions.
Professor Jagadeesh has contributed extensively to the international academic and professional community. He has served as an International Programme Committee Member, Session Chair, and Reviewer for international conferences and for leading journals published by organizations including Elsevier and IEEE.
He has also been invited as a Keynote Speaker at national and international conferences and has delivered invited talks and technical presentations on energy efficiency, renewable energy, sustainable energy technologies, and energy transition.
His industry engagement includes delivering technical and professional talks on energy efficiency and renewable energy to various industrial organizations, helping bridge the gap between academic research, technological innovation, and real-world energy applications.
Professor Jagadeesh is an internationally recognized engineering and technology professional and holds memberships and professional affiliations with leading organizations, including:
Senior Member, IEEE (USA)
Member, Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), UK
Chartered Engineer (CEng), UK
Professional Review Interviewer for CEng, UK
Member, Energy Institute (EI), UK
Member, Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)
Member, Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT)
Professional Technologist (P.Tech), Malaysia
Member, Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE), India
As a leader in sustainable energy and energy transition, Professor Jagadeesh is committed to advancing research, innovation, education, industry collaboration, and technology deployment to address emerging global energy challenges. His work focuses on developing intelligent and sustainable energy solutions while nurturing the next generation of engineers, researchers, and energy professionals. His overarching vision is to accelerate the transition towards a smarter, cleaner, more resilient, and sustainable energy future through impactful research, industry-driven innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and education.
