Kushan Hewapathirana
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Kushan Hewapathirana is a researcher at the forefront of sustainable energy systems, specializing in the integration of Digital Twins and Artificial Intelligence for modern power grids. His work addresses a critical global challenge: as the International Energy Agency reported that 44% of carbon emissions in 2021 came from electricity and heat generation, Hewapathirana explores how emerging technologies can drive decarbonization. His highly cited 2024 scoping review, "Leveraging the Synergy of Digital Twins and Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Power Grids," has already garnered 32 citations, reflecting its timely impact. In this work, he systematically maps how AI-enhanced Digital Twins enable smarter grid management, optimize renewable energy integration, and improve resilience in microgrids. By synthesizing cutting-edge developments, Hewapathirana provides a roadmap for transforming traditional power infrastructure into adaptive, sustainable networks. His research bridges the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical implementation, offering actionable insights for engineers and policymakers. With a focus on the synergy between virtual modeling and intelligent analytics, Hewapathirana is helping to shape the next generation of clean, efficient, and reliable energy systems—a contribution that is both academically rigorous and urgently relevant to global sustainability goals.
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