Advances in Renewable Energy Technologies for Energy Transition

Dear Colleagues,

We invite researchers, academics, and industry professionals to submit articles for the upcoming Special Issue of Sustainability entitled “Advances in Renewable Energy Technologies for Energy Transition”. This Special Issue aims to address the growing need for sustainable energy solutions that support the global shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, enhancing energy security, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and fostering technological innovation.

Scope and Topics:

This Special Issue will focus on cutting-edge research, innovative technologies, and integrated approaches contributing to a more sustainable energy future. Topics of interest include:

• Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Energy: innovative advancements in solar energy systems, efficiency improvements, and the integration thereof into smart grids;
• Wind Energy: the development of new wind technologies, offshore and onshore solutions, and the optimization of wind farm operations;
• Hybrid Systems: the integration of multiple renewable energy sources to enhance efficiency and reliability;
• Energy Storage: breakthroughs in battery technologies, thermal storage, and other energy storage solutions, including synergies with low-carbon hydrogen and BECCS;
• Biomass and Biofuels: novel pathways for converting biomass into biofuels, improving yield and sustainability;
• Biogas and Biomethane: advancements in anaerobic digestion, purification processes, and integration into existing energy networks;
• Thermochemical Conversion: innovations in gasification, pyrolysis, and other thermochemical methods for converting organic materials into energy;
• Algae Biorefineries: the utilization of algae for bioenergy production, focusing on sustainability and cost-effectiveness;
• Microgrids: the design, implementation, and optimization of microgrids for decentralized energy systems;
• Hydrogen and Fuel Cells: research into hydrogen production, storage, and utilization in fuel cells for clean energy solutions;
• Planning Prospective Energy Scenarios: developing forward-looking energy models and scenarios that guide policy and investment decisions;
• Life Cycle Assessment, Techno-Economic Analysis, and Exergo-Economic Evaluation of Renewable Energy Processes and Products for a Sustainable Energy Future.

This Special Issue seeks to showcase multidisciplinary research that bridges the gap between theoretical development and practical application, addressing technical, environmental, and socio-economic challenges. Submissions may include original research articles, reviews, and case studies demonstrating the practical implications of renewable energy technologies in real-world contexts.

We welcome contributions that explore how these technologies can be scaled and adapted to different regions and sectors, promoting a global energy transition towards sustainability. Together, let us drive the future of renewable energy innovation and sustainability.

Prof. Dr. Electo Eduardo Silva Lora
Prof. Dr. Osvaldo José Venturini
Prof. Dr. Luis E. Arteaga-Pérez
Prof. Dr. Flávio Dias Mayer
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Sustainability is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2400 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

• renewable energy
• distributed generation
• energy storage
• electricity generation
• prospective scenarios
• energy transition