CIGRE Medal 2024: Ja-Yoon Koo
Prof. Koo was awarded the CIGRE Medal this year, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the development of CIGRE. We publish his speech here, as well as his interview on CIGRE TV at the bottom of the article.
From left to right: Marcio Szechtman, Konstantin Papailiou, Ja-Yoon Koo, Michel Augonnet, Rannveig Løken, Philippe Adam
In a world that is rapidly evolving, the importance of collaboration between industries, universities, and research institutions cannot be overstated, especially in fields as crucial as power engineering. Speaking to the CIGRE Family, I am grateful for the opportunity to share some thoughts on the future of this vital industry and to express my deep appreciation for the honor bestowed upon me with the CIGRE Medal.
As I watch the Paris 2024 Olympics unfold in a spectacular display along the river, I'm reminded of the grandeur of human achievement, both in athletics and in the technological advancements that have shaped the world we live in. CIGRE, too, has been a driving force behind such achievements in the energy sector, and I want to commend the Central Office for its remarkable preparation of the 2024 CIGRE Session, despite the enormous pressure of the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Reflecting on my own journey, it has taken me forty years of dedication and perseverance to stand here and offer my sincere thanks to the CIGRE Family for this honor. My involvement with CIGRE began as a postdoctoral researcher at the EDF Research Center during the 1984 CIGRE Session, and over the decades, I have witnessed the incredible impact that this organization has had on both industry and academia.
The CIGRE Medal represents not only a personal achievement but also a testament to the fruitful collaboration between the Korean industrial sector and the global CIGRE community over the past forty years. This cooperation has been key to numerous advancements, and I believe it holds even more potential for the future.
CIGRE TV 2024 - Interview with Ja-Yoon Koo
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