Research
Problems • Methods • Measurable Impact
Advancing energy systems modeling, decarbonization strategies, and sustainable energy policy through rigorous research and verifiable outcomes.
Research Focus Areas
Specialized expertise in energy systems modeling, decarbonization strategies, and sustainable energy policy
AnswerTIMES Framework
Problem: Need for comprehensive energy system optimization for Pakistan's energy transition.
Method: TIMES/LEAP/OSeMOSYS modeling frameworks with custom optimization algorithms.
Impact: Modeled hydrogen LCOE for Pakistan using TIMES/LEAP/OSeMOSYS; evidence in published papers.
Pyomo/Gurobi Optimization
Problem: Economic viability assessment of green hydrogen pathways in developing countries.
Method: Mathematical optimization using Pyomo/Gurobi with economic constraints.
Impact: Pyomo/Gurobi optimization for hydrogen pathways; results documented in peer-reviewed articles.
Composite Indices
Problem: Quantifying energy security for policy decision-making in Pakistan.
Method: Composite energy security indices with multiple indicators and weighting schemes.
Impact: Composite energy security indices for Pakistan published in Ecological Indicators (2019).
LEAP Demand Modeling
Problem: Smart grid integration challenges in developing country contexts.
Method: LEAP demand modeling and Python optimization for smart grid scenarios.
Impact: LEAP demand modeling and Python optimization for smart grid scenarios; methodology published.
OSeMOSYS Water Modules
Problem: Water-energy interdependencies in Pakistan's thermal generation sector.
Method: OSeMOSYS with water modules for integrated resource optimization.
Impact: OSeMOSYS with water modules for Pakistan's thermal generation water assessment.
Multi-Criteria Analysis
Problem: Optimal renewable energy resource selection for Pakistan.
Method: Multi-criteria renewable resource selection framework.
Impact: Multi-criteria renewable resource selection (Processes/RSER papers); decision framework documented.
Last updated: October 2024 | All impact statements backed by published papers or documented methodology
Research Tools & Software
Energy Systems Modeling
AnswerTIMES (MARKAL)
The Integrated MARKAL-EFOM System for energy system optimization and scenario analysis
LEAP Energy Model
Long-range Energy Alternatives Planning system for integrated energy planning and policy analysis
Energy Economics Tools
Economic analysis tools for energy system modeling and policy evaluation
Policy Analysis Models
Models for analyzing energy policy impacts and sustainability indicators
Renewable Energy Analysis
HOMER
Hybrid Optimization Model for Electric Renewables for microgrid design
PLEXOS
Integrated Energy Model for electricity market simulation and optimization
RETScreen
Clean Energy Management Software for renewable energy project analysis
Programming & Optimization
Python
Data analysis, visualization, and custom model development
Pyomo/Gurobi
Mathematical optimization and linear programming for energy models
MATLAB
Numerical analysis and algorithm development for energy systems
Impact Highlights
Verifiable research impact with documented evidence and measurable outcomes
Highly Cited Research
Energy Security Assessment paper published in Ecological Indicators with significant citations and impact in energy policy research.
Energy Policy Publications
Multiple publications in high-impact journals including Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Energy Policy, and Ecological Indicators.
International Collaborations
Research collaborations with institutions in Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and other countries, contributing to global energy transition knowledge.
Past Research Projects
British Council Funded Project
Led a comprehensive project in rural Sindh focusing on sustainable energy solutions and community development. The project included skills development workshops, scholarship hunting seminars, and rural electricity options assessment.
Key Outcomes:
- ✓ Conducted skills development lecture in Tharparkar (2022)
- ✓ Organized scholarship hunting workshops in Mithi (2022)
- ✓ Delivered rural electricity options workshop (2022)
- ✓ Established community partnerships for future projects
PhD Research at Hacettepe University
Conducted doctoral research on energy systems modeling and renewable energy integration, laying the foundation for my current research focus on decarbonization strategies.
Research Contributions:
- ✓ Developed novel modeling approaches for renewable energy integration
- ✓ Published multiple peer-reviewed papers
- ✓ Established international research collaborations
- ✓ Gained expertise in advanced energy modeling tools