Min Thu Rein Soe

Youth in Energy Mentorship Programme 2025 • Mentored young energy professionals from Southeast Asia to gain professional insights, strengthen their career pathways in energy, climate, and sustainability, and amplify their contribution to Southeast Asia's energy transition. • Delivered in-depth training on project management, stakeholder engagement, and renewable energy technologies with technical insights into how energy systems are built and modernised. • Shared real-world advice and inspired experiences through my renewable energy projects. • Guided career advice, skill-building tips, and sector knowledge of energy systems and infrastructure. • Cultivated critical thinking and leadership skills, empowering participants to confidently contribute to the energy transition and engage with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Conservation Voltage Reduction (CVR) Project as part of the Boston Spa Energy Efficiency Trial (BEET) • Designed and implemented detailed simulation models of power electronics-based household loads, including laptop and electric vehicle (EV) on-board chargers (flyback, conventional, interleaved, and totem-pole AC/DC power factor correction (PFC) topologies) using MATLAB/Simulink and PLECS, integrating PI and PR control systems for voltage and current regulation. • Developed and simulated battery charging systems for the laptops and EVs under CVR conditions, applying constant-current/constant-voltage (CC–CV) charging methods and analysing battery behaviour across different charging rates and capacities. • Conducted parametric simulations using SiC MOSFET-based power converter models to quantify changes in power consumption, efficiency, losses and energy savings under varying input voltage levels, identifying energy savings of ~ 0.02 – 1% per 1% voltage reduction. • Engaged with EV manufacturing companies to obtain advanced technical data on on-board charger and battery topologies, supporting model validation and enabling recommendations for EV charging and grid interaction. • Analysed CVR factors across different charger topologies, identifying how certain EV converter types enhance or limit voltage optimisation benefits within UK distribution networks. • Delivered technical insights to the NPg’s Smart Grid Development team on how the different household loads impact CVR effectiveness, supporting data-driven decisions for CVR implementation strategies and the integration of emerging electronic loads.

MSc (Eng) Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy Systems School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Leeds

Productive Use of Renewable Energy Project • Designed and installed over 30 solar PV and battery energy storage systems for commercial and industrial applications, securing optimal sizing and cost-effective retrofit designs tailored to beneficiary needs and reducing energy costs by 30 – 60%. (Example systems: commercial mills, industrial workshops, refrigeration, irrigation, village water supply, rural business electrification, etc.) • Prepared detailed project cost estimates, bill of materials (BOM) and tender quotations, supporting accurate project budgeting. • Developed technical specifications, procurement strategies and supplier contracts in compliance with industry and safety standards. • Conducted Comparative Bidding Analyses (CBA) and PV system design evaluations to support investment decisions. • Led cross-functional collaboration with international experts, local stakeholders, beneficiaries and partner organisations. • Managed simultaneous field implementation and O&M operations, including surveying, installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting. • Collected power and energy consumption data from operational sites for system monitoring and performance evaluation. • Authored technical reports, narrative reports, field reports, climate reports and training materials on safety, user operation, and troubleshooting for the 30+ solar installation projects. • Developed carbon accounting tools and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) tools. • Performed risk assessments to ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and system-reliability requirements. • Achieved the project completion 10% ahead of schedule through effective project planning and cross-functional collaboration.

• Climate Change • Innovation • Methodology • Project Design • Concept Note Writing • Collaboration and Exchange

JICA-aided National Grid Expansion Project (Electricity Supply Sector) • Revised and optimised electrical designs for MV/HV substation and power line constructions across 32 sub-projects, adhering to technical and safety standards and increasing household electrification rate by around 15%. • Developed detailed cost estimations, including Bills of Quantity (BoQ), Builder’s Estimates, and Cost Summaries, supporting transparent project budgeting and contractor evaluation. • Performed calculations for power flow and fault current analyses to optimise power system architectures, reducing system downtime. • Commissioned the systems with a series of tests in earthing, megger insulation, coating, protection and stability. • Managed field inspections and liaised with clients, contractors and international experts to resolve engineering discrepancies and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory frameworks across multiple projects. • Bridged communication between international and local engineering teams, translating and interpreting technical documentation to ascertain design specifications and implementation accuracy. • Monitored project progress and risks across multiple sites, preparing monthly technical and progress reports for stakeholders to support timely decision-making. • Executed technical transfer and O&M training workshops for system performance, clean energy and BESS technologies, enhancing the technical capacity of over 50 local engineers and resulting in sustainable long-term grid operation and maintenance. • Prepared reports: monthly progress report, inspection report and technical design report.

• Led in the manufacturing, quality control (QC) and sales of low-voltage capacitor banks, 0.4 kV control panels, and power line accessories, boosting monthly sales by 30% through enhanced technical support and after-sales service. • Supervised assembly and testing of products aligned with technical drawings and approved for QC pass and packing. • Resolved complex technical complaints through root cause analysis and corrective actions, improving product reliability and customer satisfaction by 30% according to customer surveys. • Negotiated with local and international suppliers for electrical material trading, optimising costs, and meeting project requirements. • Developed technical specifications for bidding proposals, advancing clarity and competitiveness in procurement processes.

Selected from a large pool of applicants to participate in this programme, which focused on sector-specific projects and provided training in creativity, presentation techniques, proposal writing, and team-building skills.

First Prize in Aerospace Engineering Sector (Vertical Take-Off and Landing Remote-Controlled Aircraft Project)

• Gained knowledge of internal combustion turbine engines, including turboprop, turbofan, and turbojet types, commonly fitting on aircraft such as the ATR 72-600/500/212, Boeing 737-800, and Embraer 190 • Prepared a report on the pneumatic system of the ATR aircraft

Modules: • MSc Individual Project: Conservation voltage reduction in household loads (EV on-board chargers, etc) • Power Electronics and Drives • Control Systems Design • Elec Power Gen and Dist • Programming • Elec Power Generation by R.S. • Energy Mgmt & Conservation • Smart Grid Analysis • Modern Industry Practice