Call for Special Sessions
The Organizing Committee invites proposals for Special Sessions to be held during the 2026 IEEE IAS Industrial and Commercial Power System Asia (IEEE I&CPS ASIA 2026) in Kunming, China from 11th to 14th July, 2026. Special sessions complement the regular technical program by highlighting new and emerging research topics or innovative applications of established approaches.
Special Sessions Proposals Requirements:
Special Sessions Proposals should be submitted in word format and include the following information:
- Title and Introduction: Propose a title and a brief Introduction around 200~300 words that will allow conference attendees to understand the topic and the focus of the special session.
- Rationale: Please explain why the topic of the special session is novel and timely, why it is relevant to the conference community and how it possibly fits within the innovation themes listed above.
- Potential Contributing Authors : Provide a list of all potential talks, speakers, and co-authors (in each associated paper). Technical sessions are normally expected to have 5~8 papers.
- Biographies: Provide a short bio-sketch of the session chairs.
Proposal's online submission link: https://iconf.young.ac.cn/4pagn
Proposal Submission Deadline: April 10, 2026
The selection committee will choose the special session proposals based on the topic, quality of the overview paper, and the contributors' qualification.
Accepted Special Sessions
Multi-agent Distributed Cooperative Control Technology for the Stable Operation of Microgrid Clusters Interconnected with the Power Grid
Paper submission deadline: April 10, 2026
Session Organizers: Prof. Peng Lu, China Agricultural University | Prof. Bo Liu, Tianjin University
Abstract
Under the "dual-carbon" goalsandtheaccelerated development of a new-type power system, the high penetration of renewable energy on the supply side and the continuous electrification on the demand side pose multiple challenges to grid operation, including strengthened carbon constraints, insufficient flexible regulating resources, and intensified spatiotemporal imbalances.
Microgrid clusters centered on distributed renewables, energy storage, and controllable loads feature deep source –network –load – storage coordination and low-carbon, flexible operation, making them key units for ensuring grid stability and carbon reduction. However, microgrid clusters are characterized by structural heterogeneity, strong operational autonomy, and complex interactions, rendering traditional centralized control inadequate in terms of real-time performance, reliability, and scalability. To meet stability requirements under carbon constraints, it is imperative to develop multi-agent distributed cooperative control technologies. Through information exchange and coordinated decision-making, microgrid clusters can actively support the main grid: in frequency regulation, leveraging the fast power response of storage and adjustable loads to enhance system frequency support; in voltage regulation, coordinating inverter-based sources and flexible resources to improve voltage stability and reactive power support in weak grids; and in peak shaving, jointly optimizing source –load – storage scheduling and inter-microgrid coordination to reduce peak –valley differences and carbon intensity. Meanwhile, under imperfect communication, operational uncertainties, and coupled carbon constraints, key challenges remain in ensuring the stability, convergence,and engineering feasibility of distributed cooperative control, warranting systematic research and demonstration.
Flexible Interaction and Efficient Management of Active Distribution Networks
Paper submission deadline: April 10, 2026
Session Organizers: Assoc. Prof. Fangyuan Si, Beijing Jiaotong University | Assoc. Prof. Fengzhang Luo, Tianjin University | Research Prof. Hao Xiao, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Abstract
The global transition toward sustainable energy ecosystems has accelerated the integration of high-penetration Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), such as rooftop photovoltaics, energy storage systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructures, into modern distribution networks. Especially within industrial and commercial sectors, these decentralized assets are transforming traditional passive grids into active, bidirectional systems. However, the stochastic nature of renewable generation and the dynamic behavior of modern loads introduce significant technical hurdles, including voltage fluctuations, power quality degradation, and increased operational complexity.To address these challenges, there is an urgent need for innovative frameworks that leverage advanced sensing, data-driven modeling, and intelligent control. This special session aims to bridge the gap between theoretical research and industrial application by focusing on the synergetic interaction between "Source-Grid-Load-Storage." We welcome contributions exploring resilient architecture, flexible resource dispatching, and digital-twin-enhanced management. By fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration, we seek to provide robust solutions for the efficient and secure operation of future distribution systems in the era of intelligence.
Topics including but not limited to: 1. New Distribution System Evolution and Architectural Planning 2. AI and Digital Twin for Distributed Energy Systems 3. Intelligence-Driven Flexible Networking and Active Dispatch 4. Virtual Power Plant Operation and Grid Interaction 5. Distribution Network Resilience and Self-healing Control 6. Transmission-Distribution Synergistic Interaction Theory 7. Integrated Management of Multi-energy Complementarity 8. Multi-dimensional Assessment of Network Hosting Capacity 9. Green Power Trading and Electricity Market Design 10. Distributed Source-Load-Storage Collaborative Control