The IEEE Iran Section has approved the organization of the 2026 Conference on Renewable Energy Systems and Emerging Technologies (RESET 2026) and authorized the conference paper indexing process. Final approval from IEEE Headquarters is currently in progress and will be announced on the official conference website.

The Energy Management Research Institute has been selected as the spiritual supporter of the RESET 2026. The Institute operates with a scientific-applied approach in the fields of energy consumption optimization, productivity improvement, modern technology development, and specialized training. Its activities include skill-based courses for students and employees, energy monitoring and auditing in buildings and industries, establishing a reference energy laboratory, and implementing projects to supply energy from renewable sources for government organizations.

Dear researchers and scholars, in addition to the conference email, you may share your insights, questions, and research perspectives with the secretariat via the ID @RESET_2026 on the Bale and Telegram messaging platforms.

Prof. Gevork B. Gharehpetian is a distinguished professor at Amirkabir University of Technology. He holds a PhD from the University of Tehran (German scholarship), is among the top 1% of highly cited scientists worldwide, and has received multiple national and international awards, including Iran's Top Professor and Top Energy Researcher. He is Editor-in-Chief of the IAEEE journal and author of over 1,500 papers. His expertise includes smart grids, microgrids, FACTS, HVDC, and power transformer monitoring.

According to the Public Relations Department of the conference, Dr. Hamidreza Baghaee, faculty member of Tarbiat Modares University and a distinguished researcher in the fields of power systems, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence, has been selected as a keynote speaker for the "Renewable Energy Systems and Emerging Technologies 2026" conference.

In this prestigious scientific event, he will present his speech under the following complete title:

*"Situational Awareness and AI-Based Cybersecurity, Data-Driven Management, and Industry 4.0/5.0 Solutions to Address the Challenges of Renewable Energy Networks"*

To the attention of all esteemed researchers, faculty members, and participants of the CRESET 2026 Conference,
With the approval of the respected Director-in-Charge of the scientific journal Power, Control, and Data Processing Systems (PCDP) , selected papers from the conference will have the permission to submit their developed/enhanced version for review and publication in this journal.
It is noteworthy that the PCDP journal holds a "B" rating from the Commission on Scientific Publications of the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology (MSRT) of Iran. Furthermore, the articles published in this journal carry the necessary scientific validity and credit for use in academic promotion processes and university research.

According to the Secretariat of the 2026 Conference on Renewable Energy Systems and Emerging Technologies, the collection of Persian-language papers from this prestigious scientific event has been officially indexed in the Islamic World Science Citation Center (ISC).

Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST), as one of the country’s leading academic and research institutions, has officially announced its honorary support for the 2026 Conference on Renewable Energy Systems and Emerging Technologies.
This support is provided in line with the development of scientific cooperation, the promotion of applied research, and the enhancement of Iran’s scientific standing in the fields of clean energy and emerging technologies. The participation of IUST as an honorary supporter is expected to significantly contribute to the scientific quality of the conference, attract distinguished researchers, and strengthen academic and industrial collaborations.

We hereby inform researchers, faculty members, students, and professionals in the field of energy that the Persian proceedings of the “Renewable Energy Systems and Emerging Technologies 2026,” following the completion of the evaluation process and final approval, will be indexed in Civilica. This indexing will be carried out in accordance with the relevant scientific regulations and standards, and all accepted and presented papers will, upon official publication of the proceedings, be registered in this database and made accessible to the national academic community.

The training workshop “Digital Transformation in Power Systems: Modeling and Optimization of Renewable Energy with Python” will be held virtually as part of the 2026 Conference on Renewable Energy Systems and Emerging Technologies.
This 4-hour workshop, instructed by Eng. Ali Razzaghi, a graduate of Tarbiat Modares University (M.Sc.), provides a valuable opportunity for enthusiasts, researchers, and professionals in the energy sector to become familiar with the latest methods and tools for modeling, simulation, and optimization of renewable energy systems using the Python programming language.

Shiraz University of Technology has officially announced its scientific support for the Renewable Energy Systems and Emerging Technologies 2026. This support aims to promote scientific research, strengthen university–industry interactions, and foster the development of innovative technologies in the field of clean and sustainable energy.

Shahid Beheshti University of Tehran has officially announced its support for the 2026 Renewable Energy Systems and Emerging Technologies. This support is provided with the aim of strengthening scientific interactions, advancing innovative research, and promoting advanced technologies in the fields of clean energy and modern energy systems.
As one of the country’s leading universities, Shahid Beheshti University of Tehran’s support will play a significant role in enhancing the scientific level of the conference, expanding academic collaborations, and increasing the impact and effectiveness of the research outcomes of this scientific event.

We are pleased to announce that the official channel of the 2026 Renewable Energy Systems and Emerging Technologies Conference has been launched on the “Bale” messenger.
Through this channel, you can follow the latest news, announcements, schedules, and educational content related to the conference.

Access the official conference channel here:

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Professor Mahmoudreza Haghighi-Fam, Full Professor at Tarbiat Modares University and a prominent and influential figure in the field of electrical engineering and energy in Iran, has been appointed as a Keynote Speaker at the Conference on Renewable Energy Systems and Emerging Technologies. Professor Haghighi-Fam has extensive academic, managerial, and executive experience at both national and international levels. Since 2015, he has served as Deputy for Electric Distribution at Tavanir Company, Member of the Board of Directors of Tavanir Company, and Member of the Iran Electricity Market Regulatory Committee. He has also been a member of the Iran National Electric Reliability Council since 2013. In the academic domain, Professor Haghighi-Fam has been a Full Professor at Tarbiat Modares University since 2006, having previously held the positions of Assistant Professor and Associate Professor at the same institution. He has also served as Vice Dean for Research and Vice Dean for Education at the Faculty of Engineering of Tarbiat Modares University.
His international academic experience includes appointments as Visiting Professor and Researcher at leading institutions such as the Institute for Automation of Complex Power Systems (IAEW), RWTH Aachen University, Germany, supported by DAAD and Alexander von Humboldt Foundation fellowships, as well as the University of Calgary, Canada. In terms of scholarly and research achievements, Professor Haghighi-Fam has an outstanding academic record, including:

Four international book chapters (in English)
Six technical books (in Persian)
More than 250 papers published in international journals
More than 80 papers published in national journals
Over 300 papers presented at international conferences
Two registered patents in Iran
More than 50 technical and professional reports

The selection of Professor Mahmoudreza Haghighi-Fam as a keynote speaker reflects his distinguished scientific standing and significant contributions to the development of energy systems, electricity markets, and emerging energy technologies.

The Sahand University of Technology has officially announced its scientific and financial support for the Renewable Energy Systems and Emerging Technologies 2026. This decision is framed within the university's strategic responsibility to advance cutting-edge research and sustainable technologies in the field of clean energy and to accelerate the transition toward a low-carbon economy.