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Low Carbon Energy Generation and Utilization Technologies

A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "B3: Carbon Emission and Utilization".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 27 August 2024 | Viewed by 2220

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Weiqi Li

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Department of Energy and Power Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
Interests: energy system modeling; power system planning; energy policy; CO2 emissions reduction
Dr. Lingying Pan

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Business School, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai 200093, China
Interests: energy system engineering; low-carbon development; energy-economy analysis
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Dear Colleagues,

With the continued growth in global energy demand and the intensification of the climate change problem caused by excessive CO2 emissions, the development of low-carbon energy technologies has become an important global consensus. Low-carbon energy technologies refer to energy technologies that reduce fossil fuel consumption and CO2 emissions in all aspects of energy production, transmission, utilization, and consumption, such as the development and utilization of new and renewable sources of energy, the efficient use of fossil energy sources, and carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). The research and development of new, efficient, clean, and economical energy technologies can effectively reduce fossil fuel consumption and mitigate climate change, which is an important way to solve global environmental problems and is also of great significance in promoting regional economic development. This Special Issue will serve as a platform to exchange knowledge on the development of innovative devices, emerging technologies, system optimizations, practical implementations, and state-of-the-art analyses and findings in the area of “low carbon energy generation and utilization technologies”. It will contribute to fulfilling the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Dr. Weiqi Li
Dr. Lingying Pan
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • solar energy
  • wind energy
  • hydropower
  • biofuels
  • nuclear energy
  • hydrogen energy
  • hybrid energy systems
  • energy conversion
  • fuel cell technology
  • advanced energy technologies
  • carbon capture, utilization and storage
  • technology application and management

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A Two-Stage Twisted Blade μ-Vertical Axis Wind Turbine: An Enhanced Savonius Rotor Design
by Andrés Pérez-Terrazo, Martin Moreno, Iván Trejo-Zúñiga and José Alberto López
Energies 2024, 17(12), 2835; https://doi.org/10.3390/en17122835 - 8 Jun 2024
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Wind turbines are a solution for sustainable energy, significantly reducing carbon emissions and fostering a circular economy for more cost-effective and cleaner power generation, in line with worldwide environmental aspirations. In this context, this research aims to explore a novel two-stage, twisted-blade micro-Vertical-Axis [...] Read more.
Wind turbines are a solution for sustainable energy, significantly reducing carbon emissions and fostering a circular economy for more cost-effective and cleaner power generation, in line with worldwide environmental aspirations. In this context, this research aims to explore a novel two-stage, twisted-blade micro-Vertical-Axis Wind Turbine (μ-VAWT)alternative inspired by the Savonius Rotor (SR). This investigation utilizes the κ−ω SST turbulence model to explore the power coefficient (CP) and torque coefficient (CT), finding CP values ranging from 0.02 to 0.08 across the turbine by altering the free stream velocity (V). CT analysis further delves into four specific sections, highlighting areas of particular interest. These results are validated by examining velocity contours, pressure contours, and streamlines in four horizontal sections, demonstrating that the proposed turbine model exhibits minimal torque fluctuation. Moreover, the analysis of vertical wind streamlines illustrates very low interference with various wind turbine proposals, underscoring the turbine’s efficiency and potential for integration into diverse wind energy projects. Full article
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Performance of Robust Type-2 Fuzzy Sliding Mode Control Compared to Various Conventional Controls of Doubly-Fed Induction Generator for Wind Power Conversion Systems
by Riyadh Rouabhi, Abdelghafour Herizi and Ali Djerioui
Energies 2024, 17(15), 3778; https://doi.org/10.3390/en17153778 - 31 Jul 2024
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This paper presents a novel hybrid type-2 fuzzy sliding mode control approach for regulating active and reactive power exchanged with the utility grid by a doubly-fed induction generator in a wind energy conversion system. The main objective of this hybridization is to eliminate [...] Read more.
This paper presents a novel hybrid type-2 fuzzy sliding mode control approach for regulating active and reactive power exchanged with the utility grid by a doubly-fed induction generator in a wind energy conversion system. The main objective of this hybridization is to eliminate the steady-state chattering phenomenon inherent in sliding mode control while improving the transient delays caused by type-2 fuzzy controllers. In addition, the proposed control approach has proven to be successful in coping with varying generator parameters and exhibited good reference tracking. An in-depth comparative study with state-of-the-art advanced control techniques is also the focus of the present paper. The comparative study has three objectives, namely: a qualitative comparative study that aims to compare response times and reference tracking capabilities; a quantitative evaluation that takes into account time-integrated performance criteria; and finally, robustness capabilities. The simulation results, carried out in the Matlab/Simulink environment, have demonstrated the effectiveness and best performance of the proposed hybrid type-2 fuzzy sliding mode control with respect to other advanced techniques included in the comparison study. Full article
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A Comprehensive Review of Syngas Production, Fuel Properties, and Operational Parameters for Biomass Conversion
by Saaida Khlifi, Victor Pozzobon and Marzouk Lajili
Energies 2024, 17(15), 3646; https://doi.org/10.3390/en17153646 - 24 Jul 2024
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This study aims to provide an overview of the growing need for renewable energy conversion and aligns with the broader context of environmentally friendly energy, specifically through producing syngas from biomass. Unlike natural gas, which is mainly composed of methane, syngas contains a [...] Read more.
This study aims to provide an overview of the growing need for renewable energy conversion and aligns with the broader context of environmentally friendly energy, specifically through producing syngas from biomass. Unlike natural gas, which is mainly composed of methane, syngas contains a mixture of combustible CO, H2, and CnHm. Therefore, optimizing its production requires a thorough examination of various operational parameters such as the gasifying agent, the equivalence ratio, the biofuel type, and the state, particularly in densified forms like pellets or briquettes. As new biomass sources are continually discovered and tested, operational parameters are also constantly evaluated, and new techniques are continuously developed. Indeed, these techniques include different gasifier types and the use or non-use of catalysts during biofuel conversion. The present study focuses on these critical aspects to examine their effect on the efficiency of syngas production. It is worth mentioning that syngas is the primary gaseous product from gasification. Moreover, it is essential to note that the pyrolysis process (prior to gasification) can produce, in addition to tar and char, a mixture of gases. The common feature among these gases is their versatility in energy generation, heat production, and chemical synthesis. The analysis encompasses the resulting gas features, including the yield and composition, mainly through the hydrogen-to-carbon monoxide ratio and the carbon monoxide-to-carbon dioxide ratio, as well as the lower heating value and considerations of the tar yield. Full article
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