EPRI

Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)

EPRI is an independent, nonprofit organization founded in 1972 that conducts research and development related to the generation, delivery, and use of electricity, aiming to address key challenges such as reliability, efficiency, affordability, health, safety, and environmental issues in the energy sector. With a global reach, EPRI collaborates with over 450 companies in 45 countries, supporting innovation across the entire electricity value chain from sustainable energy strategies to system reliability and low-carbon resources.

In the field of high-voltage direct current (HVDC), EPRI advances research and demonstration projects to improve HVDC technology, focusing on enhancing electric system reliability, flexibility, and integration of low-carbon resources through collaborative efforts with utilities and industry partners.