Research Fellow · University College London
Dr. Trevor Barnes
My research focuses on studying the tradeoffs associated the energy transition. I deploy scalable and transparent energy system optimization models to evaluate decarbonization pathways, grid expansion strategies, and make energy policy suggestions. I have experience at top academic institutions, such as University College London, and leading industrial labs, such as Google DeepMind and Generac Power Systems. I am passionate about open science and developing software to enable reproducible and reusable energy systems research.
Research Interests
Energy System Modeling
Modeling investment and operational decisions in energy systems
Multi-Sector Analysis
Modeling the interactions between different energy sectors
Uncertainty Methods
Sensitivity and uncertainity methods to interrogate energy system models
Power System Optimization
Using deep learning methods to solve AC optimal power flow problems
Critical Mineral Supply Chains
Modeling the value chains of critical minerals
Open Science Methodologies
Reproducibility and open science best practices for energy systems research