Power Affiliates Program – Most recent Annual Review, May 2007
The Power Affiliates Program was initiated in January 1979, as part of a major effort to strengthen the Power and Energy Systems Area. The original objectives were to:
Over more than twenty years of existence, the Power Affiliates Program has maintained a stable base during times of rapid change. This base provided the seed money for research that led to additional funding by other sources. This base has also made it possible for students to be exposed to industrial problems and to participate in technical and professional meetings. With the cyclical nature of funding by government agencies, the Power Affiliates Program is a crucial source of support.
The Power Affiliates Program is the foundation of the industrial liaison effort in the Power and Energy Systems Area. The following companies are associated with the PAP at present: