Advancing Energy Systems for a Decarbonized Future: Renewable Integration, Smart Grids, and Optimization Strategies
A special issue of Electricity (ISSN 2673-4826).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2025 | Viewed by 114
Special Issue Editors
Interests: energy system operation and planning; energy system optimization; power system flexibility; renewable energy resource integration into power system; sensitivity analysis
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The transition to a decarbonized society necessitates a comprehensive transformation of energy systems, driven by the increasing penetration of renewable energy sources (RESs) and energy storage systems (ESSs). To address emerging challenges and opportunities, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and big data analytics is enabling smarter grid management, enhanced demand-side flexibility, and broader market participation. Moreover, advanced control strategies, energy storage optimization, and distributed energy resource (DER) are crucial for ensuring grid reliability and resilience, while microgrids solutions enhance energy accessibility. The expansion of electricity markets calls for innovative pricing models and financial incentives to accelerate renewable energy adoption, paving the way for a more sustainable and resilient net-zero energy future. This Special Issue discusses the following topics:
- Implementation of Net-Zero Energy Systems;
- Renewable Energy Integration and Optimization;
- Smart Grids and Distributed Energy Resources (DERs);
- AI and Big Data Applications in Power Systems;
- Energy Storage Systems and Demand Response;
- Pricing Mechanisms for Promoting Renewable Energy;
- Operational Strategies for Microgrids;
- Advanced Control Strategies for Power Systems;
Dr. Changgi Min
Dr. Heejin Kim
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- artificial intelligence
- power system control
- demand response
- distributed energy resources
- energy storage system
- energy system planning
- microgrids
- net-zero energy system
- optimization technique
- photovoltaics (PV)
- pricing mechanism
- renewable energy
- smart grid
- wind power
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