The title “Honorary Member” was initiated in 1992 and is the most prestigious designation to be given by CIGRE. It is awarded to members who have made significant contributions through their service on International Committees (CIGRE Steering Committee (formerly Executive Committee), Administrative Council, and/or Study Committees).

Past Award Recipients

2021 — John D. McDonald, P.E.

2018 — Andrew Ott

2016 — Pouyan Pourbeik

2014 — Lionel O. Barthold, Mladen Kezunovic

2010 — Clark W. Gellings

2004 — Hans E. Weinrich

2002 — Dr. John H. Brunke

2000 — Harold N. Scherer, Jr.

1998 — Dr. Clive W. Reed

1996 — Dr. Narain G. Hingorani

1992 — Willis S. White, Jr., Ralph S. Gens