Olimpo Anaya-Lara is an expert in power system dynamics and the integration of renewable generation, with a long-standing focus on the modelling and control of wind generation within large-scale power networks. His work combines dynamic modelling, control-system design and electromagnetic transient simulation, supporting the safe and effective deployment of converter-interfaced generation at scale.

A central theme of his research is understanding and shaping the interaction between wind generation and network stability. This includes the development of control strategies for doubly-fed induction generator wind turbines that enable grid-support services beyond energy production. His work has addressed frequency and voltage support, oscillation damping and coordination with conventional generation, with controller design grounded in machine and converter dynamics and validated under realistic network disturbances.

His research has also contributed to the development of methods through which DFIG-based wind farms can provide short-term frequency regulation. This involves the careful manipulation of converter control to deliver fast active power response while maintaining stability and operating within practical constraints. Such work has remained highly relevant as power systems transition toward lower inertia and increasing converter penetration.

Alongside wind turbine and wind farm dynamics, Olimpo has deep expertise in electromagnetic transient modelling using PSCAD/EMTDC. His work in this area has established modelling practices for converter-controlled devices and custom power applications, enabling the study of fast transients, switching effects and control interactions that are not captured by phasor-domain tools. This capability supports industry-grade studies of power quality, converter-network interaction and protection-relevant transient phenomena.

Across these themes, his research is distinguished by a focus on modelling fidelity and control relevance, linking component-level dynamics to system-level stability and operability. This approach underpins WECC’s capability to address the stability and resilience challenges arising from the large-scale integration of renewable generation.

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Key expertise

• Power system stability and dynamic interaction of converter-interfaced generation
• Control of DFIG-based wind generation for frequency, voltage and damping support
• Multi-loop converter and machine control in synchronously rotating reference frames
• Electromagnetic transient (EMT) modelling and validation using PSCAD/EMTDC
• Custom power applications and converter-network interaction studies

Olimpo’s work provides a foundation for WECC’s activity in wind integration, stability assessment and advanced simulation, supporting the design and validation of grid-supportive renewable generation in modern low-carbon power systems.