Dear Colleagues,

The transition from traditional fossil fuels to renewable energy systems is a significant challenge to which modern economies must adapt. The acceptance of renewable energy system economics and policies is based on the urgent need to address environmental challenges and ensure energy security; the economic benefits of creating new jobs and cost savings; technological advancements; and increasing public and policy support. Although obstacles exist, such as intermittency, initial costs, and the transition for fossil fuel-dependent sectors, these are being addressed through technological innovations, strategic policies, and supportive economic measures. The shift towards renewable energy is not only necessary for environmental sustainability but also presents significant opportunities for economic growth and energy security. As well as responding to environmental imperatives, it represents an opportunity for economic growth, innovation, and global leadership in the new energy landscape.

Considering a wide range of theories, synergies and trends, this Special Issue aims to establish a dedicated framework for future acceptance of renewable energy system economics and policies. It will focus on the main challenges and opportunities for future acceptance of renewable energy systems economics and policy. New theories, synergies, constraints and trends in the field will be explored.  Well-balanced theoretical and practical manuscripts on the acceptance of renewable energy system economics and policies are welcome.

Prof. Dr. Jean Vasile Andrei
Prof. Dr. Gheorghe H. Popescu
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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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. Energies is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

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• advances in technological innovation and renewable energy systems
• barriers to the adoption and promotion of renewable energy in contemporary economies
• challenges and opportunities in renewable energy policy and economics
• government subsidies and fiscal policies for developing renewable energy
• industrial transition and renewable energy developments
• policy frameworks for renewable energy pricing models
• public–private partnerships and renewable energy development
• renewable energy and the carbon neutrality goals
• renewable energy, job creation and economic growth
• renewable vs. non-renewable energy policies and constraints
• social acceptance and the transition to renewable energy
• sustainable business models for the renewable energy sector
• other emerging topics related to future acceptance of renewable energy system economics and policies