Dr. Jayakrishnan P.R.
Designation: Professor of Practice (Renewable Energy)
Dr. Jayakrishnan P.R. is a Professor of Practice in Renewable Energy with a multidisciplinary background spanning atmospheric science, meteorology, academia, research, and the renewable energy industry. He currently works as a Weather Scientist at Adani Green Energy Limited, contributing to renewable energy forecasting and operational decision-making through weather and power prediction, meteorological analysis, and the development of in-house forecasting solutions.
With more than 16 years of combined academic, research, and industry experience, Dr. Jayakrishnan has expertise in renewable energy forecasting, atmospheric modelling, mesoscale meteorology, and weather-driven power generation. His technical interests include Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) modelling, numerical weather prediction, solar and wind power forecasting, data analytics, and the application of Python and MATLAB to meteorological and renewable energy applications.
Prior to joining the renewable energy industry, he served as an Assistant Professor at Kerala Agricultural University, where he was involved in teaching and research in meteorology and climate change. He also pursued postdoctoral research in China, further strengthening his research experience in atmospheric sciences.
As a Professor of Practice, Dr. Jayakrishnan aims to bridge academic fundamentals with real-world renewable energy operations, helping students understand how meteorology, forecasting, data analytics, and emerging technologies can support the reliable integration and efficient utilization of renewable energy. His interests also include industry-academia collaboration, applied research, and the development of practical solutions for the evolving renewable energy sector.
- B.Sc. in Physics
- M.Sc. in Meteorology
- Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences
- Postdoctoral Research: Malaysia and China
Weather Scientist / Deputy Manager | Adani Green Energy Limited (September 2021 – Present)
- Specializing in renewable energy forecasting, operational meteorology, numerical weather prediction, and mesoscale modelling using WRF.
- Developing weather and power forecasting solutions to support solar and wind energy operations and decision-making.
Assistant Professor | Kerala Agricultural University (February 2020 – August 2021)
- Taught meteorology and climate change while contributing to academic research, scientific projects, and student mentoring.
- Worked on applications of weather and climate science in agriculture and environmental sciences.
Postdoctoral Researcher | China (March 2018 – November 2019)
- Conducted advanced research in atmospheric and meteorological sciences, including atmospheric data analysis and modelling.
- Contributed to scientific research and publications through international and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Research interests include renewable energy forecasting, numerical weather prediction, atmospheric modelling, climate variability, and weather-driven solar and wind power generation, with emphasis on WRF modelling and weather-data analytics.
- Jayakrishnan P.R. et al. (2021). Sea breeze characteristics over a coastal station in Peninsular Malaysia. Journal of Earth System Science, 130(3), 1-15.
- Chenoli S.N., Jayakrishnan P.R. et al. (2018). Southwest monsoon onset dates over Malaysia. Journal of Atmospheric and Solar-Terrestrial Physics, 179, 81-93.
- Sivaprasad P., Babu C.A., Samah A.A., Jayakrishnan P.R. (2017). Dust aerosol climatology over major sources in the Northern Hemisphere. Arabian Journal of Geosciences, 10:422.
- Samah A.A. et al. (2016). Atmospheric structure during cold surge over East Peninsular Malaysia. Journal of Atmospheric and Solar-Terrestrial Physics, 146, 58-68.
- Babu C.A., Jayakrishnan P.R., Varikoden H. (2016). Precipitation pattern in Arabian Peninsula & ENSO. Arabian Journal of Geosciences, 9(186).
- Babu C.A., Jayakrishnan P.R. (2014). Boundary layer response during thunderstorms over Cochin. Journal of Atmospheric and Solar-Terrestrial Physics, 121, 42-49.
- Jayakrishnan P.R., Babu C.A. (2014). Stability indices from radiosonde and MODIS data. Atmospheric and Climate Sciences, 4(4), 122-130.
- Jayakrishnan P.R., Babu C.A. (2013). Boundary layer changes during Cyclone Gonu. International Journal of Remote Sensing, 34(7), 2417-2431.
- Jayakrishnan P.R. et al. (2013). Boundary layer variations during annular solar eclipse. Journal of Atmospheric and Solar-Terrestrial Physics, 94, 49-53.
- Jayakrishnan P.R., Babu C.A. (2013). Oceanic heat budget during Super Cyclone Gonu. Atmospheric and Climate Sciences, 3, 282-290.
- 26+ presentations at national and international conferences.
- CSIR Junior Research Fellowship – 2006
- CSIR-NET Qualified – 2006
- Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Malaya – 2015
- Postdoctoral Fellowship, Beijing Normal University – 2018
- All India Radio B-Graded Artist in Sopanasangeetham, a traditional Kerala art form.