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Dr. Khanji Harijan

Dr. Khanji Harijan

Professor
Department of Mechanical Engineering,
Mehran University of Eng. & Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan

Tel# +92-22-2771275, 2771214
Cell: +92-333-2653820
Email: [email protected] | [email protected]

Research Interests: Renewable Energy Systems, Energy Economics and Management, Energy and Environment, Energy Modelling

Qualifications

  • PhD. (Mechanical Engineering), Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan. 2008.
    Thesis Title: “Modelling and Analysis of the Potential Demand for Renewable Sources of Energy in Pakistan”.

  • B.E. (Mechanical), Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan, 1994-95, with 1st Class 1st Position.

Employment History

  • Associate Professor (BPS-21): December 2010 to Present, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan 

  • Associate Professor (BPS-20): October 2009 to December 2010, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan 

  • Lecturer (BPS-17&18): August 1996 – September 2009, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan

Professional Membership

  • Global Village Energy Partnership (GVEP) Pakistan
  • International Association of Computer Science and Information Technology (IACSIT)
  • Pakistan Engineering Council, Islamabad
  • Institution of Engineers Pakistan (IEP), Karachi
  • Mehran University Alumni Association

Research Papers and Publications

International Journals

  1. Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., Memon, M. D. and Mirza, U.K., “Forecasting the Diffusion of Wind Power in Pakistan”, Energy, Vol. 36, Issue 10, pp. 6068-6073, October 2011.

  2. Leghari, R. H., Harijan, K., and Baloch, M. U., “Utilization Prospects of Ocean Energy in Balochistan”, International Journal of Chemical and Environmental Engineering,  Vol. 2, No. 4, pp. 292-294, August 2011.

  3. Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., Memon, M. D. and Mirza, U.K., “Potential of On-Shore Wind Power in the Coastal Areas of Balochistan, Pakistan”, Wind Engineering, Vol. 34, No. 2, pp. 167-179, 2010.

  4. Mirza, U.K., Ahmad, N., Harijan, K., and Majeed, T., “A Vision of Hydrogen Economy in Pakistan”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Vol. 13, Issue 5, pp. 1111-1115, June 2009.

  5. Mirza, U.K., Ahmad, N., Harijan, K., and Majeed, T., “Identifying and Addressing Barriers to Renewable Energy Development in Pakistan”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Vol. 13, Issue 4, pp. 927-931, May 2009.

  6. Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., Memon, M. D., and Mirza, U.K., “Assessment of Centralized Grid Connected Wind Power Cost in Coastal Area of Pakistan”, Renewable Energy, Vol. 34, Issue 2, pp. 369-373, February 2009.

  7. Harijan, K., Memon, M.D., Uqaili, M.A., and Mirza, U.K., “Potential Contribution of Ethanol Fuel to the Transport Sector of Pakistan”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Vol. 13, Issue 1, pp. 291-295, January 2009.

  8. Mirza, U.K., Ahmad, N., Majeed, T., and Harijan, K., “Hydropower Use in Pakistan: Past, Present and Future”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Volume 12, Issue 6, pp. 1641-1651, August 2008.

  9. Mirza, U.K., Ahmad, N., Majeed, T., and Harijan, K., “Wind Energy Development in Pakistan”, Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Vol. 11, Issue 9, pp. 2179–2190, August 2007.

National Journals

  1. Tunio, A. H., Harijan, K., and Soomro, S. A., “Air Injection Low Temperature Oxidation Process for Enhanced Oil Recovery from Light Oil Reservoirs”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 29, No. 2, pp.337-346, Jamshoro, Pakistan, April, 2010.
  2. Durani, H.A., Panhwar, M.I., and Harijan, K., “Optimizing the Bagasse Based Co-Generation: A Case Study of Dewan Sugar Mill, Thatta, Pakistan”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 27, No. 3, pp. 283-293, Jamshoro, Pakistan, July 2008.
  3. Uqaili, M. A., Shah, M. A. and Harijan, K., “Potential of Thar Coal for Meeting Growing Power Demand in Pakistan”, Sindh University Research Journal (Science Series), Vol. 38 (2A), No.2, pp. 71-79, 2006.
  4. Uqaili, M.A., Memon, M.D., Memon, H.R., and Harijan, K., “Prospects of Indigenous Coal Utilization with Clean Coal Technologies in Pakistan”, Sindh University Research Journal (Science Series), Vol. 38 (2A), No. 2, pp. 80-91, 2006.
  5. Uqaili, M. A., Harijan, K., and Memon, H. R., “Natural Gas Consumption Patterns and Demand Projections for Pakistan”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 24, Number 4, pp. 297 – 304,  Jamshoro, Pakistan, October, 2005.
  6. Uqaili, M.A., Memon, M.D., and Harijan, K., “Oil Consumption Trends and Demand Projections for Pakistan”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 24, No. 3, pp.243-250, Jamshoro, Pakistan, July 2005.
  7. Uqaili, M.A., Memon, M.D., and Harijan, K., “Potential, Utilization and Demand Projections of Coal in Pakistan”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 24, No. 1, pp. 63-74, Jamshoro, Pakistan, January, 2005.
  8. Harijan. K., Uqaili M. A., Memon M. D., and Meghwar, S. M., “Availability and Utilization Prospects of Renewable Energy Sources for Rural Electrification in Pakistan”, Grassroots, Biannual Research Journal of Pakistan Study Centre, University of Sindh, Vol. 33, pp. 95-109, Jamshoro, Pakistan, 2004-2005.
  9. Uqaili, M.A., Harijan, K., and Samo, S.R., “Commercial Energy Consumption Trends and Demand Projections for Pakistan”, Quaid-e-Awam University Research Journal of Engineering, Science & Technology, Vol. 5, No. 2, pp. 1-8, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan, July-December, 2004.
  10. Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., and Memon, M. D., “Estimation of the Potential of Biogas Production from Livestock Residue in Pakistan” Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 23, No. 4, pp.257-266, Jamshoro, Pakistan, October, 2004.
  11. Uqaili, M. A., Mirani, M., and Harijan, K., “Hydel Power Generation in Pakistan: Past Trends, Current Status and Future Projections”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 23, No. 3, pp. 207-216, Jamshoro, Pakistan, July, 2004.
  12. Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A. and Mirani, M., “Stress Corrosion Cracking Prevention Using Solar Electricity”, Quaid-e-Awam University Research Journal of Engineering, Science & Technology, Vol.5, No.1, pp.27-36, Nawabshah, Sindh, Pakistan, January-June, 2004.
  13. Qazi, S., Junejo, S. A., Meghwar, S. and Harijan, K., “Drought as Environmental Hazard: A Study of Drought Situation in Sindh 2002”, Grassroots, Biannual Research Journal of Pakistan Study Centre, University of Sindh, Vol. 25, pp. 145-152, Jamshoro, Pakistan, 2003-2004.
  14. Uqaili, M. A., Harijan, K., and Mirani, M., “Demand Projections and Supply Options for Power Generation in Pakistan”, Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, Vol. 22, No. 4, pp. 233-242, Jamshoro, Pakistan, October, 2003.

International Conference Proceedings

  1. Harijan, K., and Uqaili, M. A., “Estimation of Hydrogen Production from Wind Energy in Pakistan”, Proceedings, 10th International Conference on Clean Energy (ICCE-2010), Famagusta, North Cyprus, September 15-17, 2010.

  2. Leghari, R. H., Uqaili, M. A., and Harijan, K., “Exploiting the Potential of Tidal Energy in Pakistan”,  Proceedings, 10th International Conference on Clean Energy (ICCE-2010), Famagusta, North Cyprus, September 15-17, 2010.

  3. Mirza, U. K., Harijan, K., and Majeed, T., “Status of Energy Education in Pakistan”, Proceedings, First International Conference on Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development for Growing Economies, Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan, May 4-6, 2009.

  4. Leghari, R. H., Uqaili, M. A., and Harijan, K., “Assessing the Tidal Power Generation Technologies”, Proceedings, First International Conference on Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development for Growing Economies, Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan, May 4-6, 2009.

  5. Abro, R. S., Uqaili, M. A., Harijan, K., Kumar, S., and Yaseen, M., “Socio-Economic and Socio-Cultural Change after Light through Solar Home Systems at District Tharparkar”, Proceedings, First International Conference on Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development for Growing Economies, Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan, May 4-6, 2009.

  6. Abro, R. S., Uqaili, M. A., Kumar, S., Yaseen, M., and Harijan, K., “Practical Applications of Solar Energy at Desert of Tharparkar District”, Proceedings, First International Conference on Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development for Growing Economies, Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan, May 4-6 2009.

  7. Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., and Memon, M.D., “Potential of Bagasse Based Cogeneration in Pakistan”, Proceedings, World Renewable Energy Congress-X, Glasgow, Scotland, UK, July 19-25, 2008. Elsevier Science Ltd., U.K.

  8. Memon, M.D., Harijan, K., and Uqaili, M.A., “Assessment of Wood Fuel Production Potential in Pakistan”, Proceedings, World Renewable Energy Congress-X, Glasgow, Scotland, UK, July 19-25, 2008. Elsevier Science Ltd., U.K.

  9. Uqaili, M.A., Harijan, K., and Memon, M.D., “Assessment of Solar PV Power Generation in Pakistan”, Proceedings, World Renewable Energy Congress-X, Glasgow, Scotland, UK, July 19-25, 2008. Elsevier Science Ltd., U.K.

  10. Uqaili, M.A., Harijan, K., and Memon, M.D., “Potential of Hydrogen Production from Wind Energy in Sindh, Pakistan”, Proceedings, International Conference on Engineering Technology (ICET2007), University of Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,, December 11-13, 2007.

  11. Memon, M.D., Harijan, K., and Uqaili, M.A., “Potential of Solar Home Systems in Pakistan”, Proceedings, International Conference on Engineering Technology (ICET2007), University of Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,, December 11-13, 2007.

  12. Uqaili, M.A., Harijan, K., and Memon, M.D., “Prospects of Renewable Energy for Meeting Growing Electricity Demand in Pakistan”, American Institute of Physics (AIP) Conference Proceedings, Renewable Energy for Sustainable Development in the Asia Pacific Region, Vol. 941, pp. 53-61, October 15, 2007.

  13. Memon, M.D., Harijan, K., and Uqaili, M.A., “Assessment of Wind Home System's Potential in Coastal Areas of Pakistan”, American Institute of Physics (AIP) Conference Proceedings, Renewable Energy for Sustainable Development in the Asia Pacific Region, Volume 941, pp. 80-89, October 15, 2007.

  14. Uqaili, M. A., Harijan, K., and Memon, M.D., “Potential of Solar Hydrogen Production for Energy Supply in the Transport Sector of Pakistan”, Proceedings, Second International Conference, Environmentally Sustainable Development ESDev-2007, Abbottabad, Pakistan, August 26-28, 2007.

  15. Uqaili, M. A., Harijan, K., Memon, M. D. and Mirza, U.K., “Potential of Solar Energy for Cooking in Rural Areas of Pakistan”, Proceedings, World Renewable Energy Congress-IX, Florence, Italy, August 19-25, 2006. Elsevier Science Ltd., U.K. 

  16. Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., Memon, M. D. and Mirza, U.K., “Potential of Centralized Grid Connected Wind Power in Coastal Area of Sindh, Pakistan”, Proceedings, World Renewable Energy Congress-IX, Florence, Italy, August 19-25, 2006. Elsevier Science Ltd., U.K.

  17. Memon, M. D., Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A. and Mirza, U.K., “Potential of Crop Residues as Energy Source in Pakistan”, Proceedings, World Renewable Energy Congress-IX, Florence, Italy, August 19-25, 2006. Elsevier Science Ltd., U.K. 

  18. Harijan, K., Memon, M. D., and Uqaili, M. A., “Reducing Dependence on Kerosene for Lighting Using Renewables in Rural Areas of Pakistan”, Proceedings, Third International Mechanical Engineering Congress (TIMEC- 2006), Institution of Engineers Pakistan (IEP), Pakistan, Karachi, pp.01-08, March 20-21, 2006.

  19. Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., Memon, M. D., and Brohi, K.M., “Potential of Ethanol Fuel Production and Utilization in Pakistan”, Proceedings, Third International Mechanical Engineering Congress (TIMEC- 2006), Institution of Engineers Pakistan (IEP), Karachi, Pakistan, pp. 129-133, March 20-21, 2006.

  20. Harijan. K., Uqaili M. A., and Memon M. D., “Environmental Benefits of Power Generation from Renewable Energy Sources in Pakistan”, Proceedings, International Conference on Environmental Management, Vol. 1, pp. 45-52, Jawaharlal Nehru Technical University, Hyderabad, India, October 28-30, 2005.

  21. Uqaili M. A., Harijan, K., Memon, M. D., and Panhwar, M. I., “Controlling the Indoor Air Pollution due to Biomass Consumption in the Rural Household Sector of Pakistan”, Proceedings, International Conference on Environmental Management, Vol.3, pp. 239-243, Jawaharlal Nehru Technical University, Hyderabad, India, October 28-30, 2005.

  22. Harijan. K., Uqaili M. A., and Memon, M.D., “Assessment of Air Pollution Emissions and Evaluation of Renewable Energy Utilization as Mitigation Option - Power Generation Sector of Pakistan”, Proceedings, First International Conference, Environmentally Sustainable Development – ESDev-2005, Abbottabad, Pakistan, Vol. 1, pp. 389-396, June 26-28, 2005.

  23. Harijan, K., Memon, M.D., and Uqaili M.A., “Renewable Energy and Environmentally Sustainable Development in Pakistan”, Proceedings, First International Conference, Environmentally Sustainable Development – ESDev-2005, Abbottabad, Pakistan, Vol. 3, pp. 1707-1716, June 26-28, 2005.

  24. Uqaili M. A., Harijan. K., and Memon, M.D., “Supply Side Energy Management for Sustainable Energy Development in Pakistan”, Proceedings, First International Conference, Environmentally Sustainable Development – ESDev-2005, Abbottabad, Pakistan, Vol. 3, pp. 1853-1862, June 26-28, 2005.   

  25. Harijan. K., Uqaili M. A., and Memon, M.D., “Potential of Non Conventional Power Generation Energy Sources in Pakistan”, Proceedings, 5th International R&D Conference, Bangalore, India, February 15-18, 2005.

  26. Uqaili M. A., Harijan. K., Mirani, M. and Memon M. D., “Renewable Energy Technologies for Rural Electrification in Pakistan: Status and Prospects”, Proceedings, Electric Supply Industry in Transition: Issues and Prospects for Asia; An International Conference, AIT, Thailand, January 14-16, 2004.

  27. Uqaili M. A., Harijan. K., and Mirani, M., “Indigenous Energy Source Diversification Options for Power Generation in Pakistan”, Proceedings, Electric Supply Industry in Transition: Issues and Prospects for Asia; An International Conference, AIT, Thailand, January 14-16, 2004.

  28. Uqaili, M. A., Harijan, K., Mirani, M., Memon, M. D., and Meghwar, S., “Energy Options for Electrical Power Generation in Pakistan”, Proceedings, Second International Mechanical Engineering Congress, Karachi, October 26-28, 2003.

National Conference Proceedings

  1. Leghari, R H., Uqaili, M. A., and Harijan, K., “Potential of Tidal Power in Pakistan”, Proceedings, Third National Conference on “Energy Resources of Pakistan: Potential, Utilization, Conservation and Impact on Environment”, Department of Energy and Environment Engineering, Quaid-E-Awam University of Engineering, Sciences and Technology, Nawabshah, March 18-20, 2010.

  2. Shah, M. A., Harijan, K.,  and Uqaili, M.A., “Exploitation of Thar Coal for Meeting Energy Demand in Pakistan”, Paper Presented at Interactive Seminar on The Energy Crises in Pakistan – Power Generation from Coal – A Major Option, Organized by Institution of Engineers Pakistan, Karachi Centre in Collaboration with The Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Karachi, April 24, 2008.

  3. Harijan, K., Uqaili, M. A., and Memon, M. D., “Potential of Centralized Grid Connected Electricity Generation from Solar Energy in Pakistan”, Proceedings, Second National Conference on Energy and Environment: Issues, Concerns and Options, Department of Energy and Environment Engineering, Quaid-E-Awam University of Engineering, Sciences and Technology, Nawabshah, pp. 23-29, .March 27-29, 2008.

  4. Uqaili, M. A., Harijan, K., and Memon, M. D., “Analysis of Power Generation, Demand and Resources in Pakistan”, Proceedings, First National Conference on Assessment and Proper Utilization of Indigenous Energy Sources and Their Environmental Impacts, Department of Energy and Environment Engineering, Quaid-E-Awam University of Engineering, Sciences and Technology, Nawabshah, pp.114-123, February 26-28, 2007.

  5. Uqaili, M. A., Memon, M. D., Harijan, K., and Khoumbati, K. R., “Information Technology as an Enabling Force for Electricity Distribution and Utilization”, Proceedings, One-Day Workshop on ICT – Public Policy, Bridging the Gap Among Academia, Industry and Government, Mehran University Institute of Science and Technology Development, Jamshoro, Pakistan, pp. 26-35, September 16, 2006.

  6. Memon, M.D., Uqaili M. A., and Harijan. K., “Prospects of Renewables for Cooking and Heating in the Rural Household Sector of Pakistan”, International Conference on Environmental Horizons, Department of Chemistry, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan, December 19-21, 2005.

  7. Uqaili, M.A., Harijan, K., and Memon, M.D., “Fossil Fuel Consumption in Pakistan: Environmental Problems and Possible Solutions”, Conference on Renewable Energy Sector, Ministry of Environment, Government of Pakistan, Islamabad, Pakistan, February 1-2, 2005.

   
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