Harikrishna KV

Senior Policy Specialist

Harikrishna KV is a Senior Policy Specialist and heads the Transmission and Grid Planning team at CSTEP.

He holds a master's degree in Power and Energy Systems from Bangalore University.

He previously worked with Power Research & Development Consultants, Central Power Research Institute, and Energy Economy & Environmental Consultants.

His research interests lie in power-system planning, grid integration and power evacuation studies (renewable and conventional generation).

Network strengthening: Realising Rajasthan’s renewable energy potential

Unlocking the potential of distributed energy resources in advancing India’s green energy transition

Renewable Energy Sizing for Electric Vehicle Charging: A Case Study of Karnataka, India

The GIB case: Possible solutions for harmonising India’s clean energy transition with biodiversity conservation

Key Amendments: Highlights of the draft DSM regulations, 2024

Feasibility of Offshore Wind Farms in India

Integrating Renewables: Need to upgrade Uttar Pradesh's transmission infrastructure

Energy transition: opportunities and challenges for the Indian power sector

Assessing the impact of integrating electric vehicles and solar rooftop photovoltaic system into the power distribution network

The Challenges of Setting up an International Power Grid

The impact of Covid-19 on India’s power demand

OPINION: Is the RE+EV combination a recipe for Karnataka’s clean energy transition?

Assessing the Impact of Integrating Electric Vehicles and Solar Rooftop Photovoltaic System into the Power Distribution Network

How an International Power Grid Will Help Optimise Our Solar Power Use

Electric Vehicle Demand Projection for Bengaluru and Power Demand Management