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ISSN 2730-7719 · Springer · 149 articles in the index
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Assessing BECCUS impacts on the SDGs through a value chain assessment for climate mitigation and energy transition
Abstract As the urgency for climate mitigation intensifies, Bioenergy with Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (BECCUS) is emerging as a prominent negative emissions technology with significant potential to contribute to carbon removal efforts and sustainable energy systems. This work analyses…
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Attention to detail: exploring effects of model resolution and complexity in geospatial electrification modelling
Abstract In 2021, 675 million people globally lack access to electricity. Geospatial electrification tools can be used to identify the mix of grid-extension, mini-grids and stand-alone technologies that can supply currently unelectrified areas at the lowest cost. Several such tools have been…
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Development of a dimensionless model for simulating key parameters in solar distillation systems
Abstract Solar desalination systems are highly influenced by fluctuating meteorological conditions, yet many existing models fail to capture the combined effects of key environmental parameters. This highlights a research gap addressed by the present study, which developed a dimensionless…
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Comparative analysis of enhanced PSO and MILP methods for cost-effective transmission congestion management in deregulated power systems
Abstract This study addresses transmission congestion management in deregulated power systems through generator rescheduling, aiming to minimize active and reactive adjustment costs while maintaining reliable operation. Two optimization approaches, an enhanced Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO)…
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Defining the market classification of battery energy storage systems for Sri Lanka
Abstract The mission of the electrical energy sector towards a zero-carbon future by 2050 has made the necessity of storage systems in shaping grid reliability, deployment of renewable energy and supporting market efficiency, in Sri Lanka. Among the different storage systems’ options, the Battery…
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Scenario analysis of cooking fuel choices and CO2 emission reduction for bioenergy assessment in rural South-East Nigeria
Abstract Rural households in South-Eastern Nigeria rely heavily on traditional biomass fuels for cooking, contributing significantly to carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions and raising concerns about environmental sustainability and public health. This study conducts a scenario-based analysis to quantify…
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A transferable data driven framework for electrolyte discovery
Abstract Widespread electrification in transportation and grid storage demands rapid development in batteries. In particular, electrolytes that deliver fast ion transport, wide electrochemical stability windows, durable electrode interfaces, safety under abuse, and scalable manufacturing. Machine…
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Economic and environmental life cycle assessment of spent coffee grounds valorization for bioenergy production
Abstract This study highlights the promising role of machine learning in optimizing spent coffee ground (SCG) valorization, particularly through pyrolysis-based conversion to bioenergy. With the global shift toward sustainable energy, integrating diverse technologies and renewable resources is…
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Analysis of electricity usage evolution in Madagascar from 2008 to 2021 using utility data and statistical methods
Abstract This study investigates the evolution and sectoral dynamics of electricity usage in Madagascar from 2008 to 2021, using exclusive operational data from Jiro sy Rano Malagasy (JIRAMA), the national electricity utility. Covering over 50 power plants across the country’s 23 administrative…
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A rapid review examining health considerations in firewood species selection criteria among rural South African households
Abstract The health risks of firewood as an energy source are well-documented, however, there is limited evidence on whether rural South African households consider health implications when selecting firewood species for domestic energy, a gap that this study addresses. The findings indicate that…
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Integrated numerical modeling of co-anaerobic digestion using hybrid ADM1–ADM2 framework to evaluate the thermo-biochemical performance of lipid-rich food waste for enhanced biogas production
Abstract To compare lipid-rich food waste conversion through thermophilic anaerobic digestion, a nonlinear model was developed by combining ADM1 and some of the regulatory features of ADM2. The model integrates the suppression of LCFA and a fixed and pH-dependent suppression and calculates the…
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Determinants of renewable energy development in the G20 economies
Abstract This study investigates whether energy price index stimulates share of electricity produced from renewable energy in the G20 and whether governance quality shapes this relationship. Using annual data for 2000–2021, we test two hypotheses: first, that higher energy prices independently…
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Energy diplomacy and its influence on renewable energy adoption and global energy transition
Abstract The transition to renewable energy is a critical global priority, necessitating international cooperation and strategic diplomacy to overcome geopolitical, economic, and technological barriers. Energy diplomacy has emerged as a key mechanism for fostering collaboration between nations…
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The dynamic relationship between population growth, non-renewable energy use, and economic growth in Nigeria
Abstract The study explores the links between population growth, non-renewable energy, and economic growth in Nigeria from 1993 to 2023. Variables including population growth, mortality rates, fossil fuel consumption, coal rents, and CO2 emissions were included after applying the mixed integration…
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A sustainable solar water heating using integration of quality function deployment
Abstract India’s energy policies promote the adoption of domestic solar water heaters as part of its strategy to achieve sustainable development goals. By replacing conventional geysers, solar systems offer a cost-effective and energy-efficient solution that supports climate change mitigation. The…
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The role of information and communication technology and institutional quality on access to electricity in SSA economies
Abstract The study examines the role of information and communication technology (ICT) and institutional quality on access to electricity in SSA economies within batteries of econometric techniques. The findings show that ICT penetration has a positive and significant effect on access to…
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Comparative analysis of tree leaves and paper shading materials on solar photovoltaic performance in Makindye, Uganda
Abstract Shading is a major factor affecting the reliability and efficiency of photovoltaic (PV) systems, particularly in tropical urban areas where incident solar radiation is frequently blocked by trees, buildings, leaves, and paper litter due to moving wind. This study examined the effects of…
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Experimental study of thermal performance of a solar water heating system using Al2O3/water nanofluid
Abstract This study presents a systematic experimental investigation of the thermal performance of a flat-plate solar water heating (SWH) system employing Al₂O₃/water nanofluid as the working fluid across three nanoparticle mass concentrations (1, 2, and 3 wt%) and four mass flow rates (5, 10, 15…
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Energy efficiency imperatives from lifecycle energy demand trajectories in Global South mass housing
Abstract The built environment of sub-Saharan Africa faces a critical deficit in lifecycle energy benchmarks, compounded by rapidly escalating residential demand driven by urbanization and climatic stress. Existing energy analysis practice seldom integrates operational and embodied energy…
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The political economy of energy access and institutional mediation in climate finance for sustainable development in Sub-Saharan Africa
Abstract This study investigates how institutional quality and the political economy of energy access mediate the impact of climate finance on sustainable development in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) from 2000 to 2022. Using a dynamic System Generalized Methods of Moment (GMM) model complemented by a…