Modeling, Optimization, and Control of Distributed Energy Systems

Dear Colleagues,

The push towards constructing clean, low-carbon, secure, and efficient distributed energy systems has gained broad consensus within the energy and power industry. As diverse energy sources with varying spatiotemporal distribution characteristics integrate into these systems, traditional modeling, optimization, and control methods face significant challenges. Relying solely on mechanism-based research methods often proves inadequate for solving the complex non-convex optimization problems inherent in distributed energy systems, limiting the ability to fully explore the synergy and potential value of various energy sources. Moreover, the interactive coordination of "source-grid-load-storage" within distributed energy systems significantly increases the complexity of information interaction, making data sharing between different energy entities a critical bottleneck in the optimization process. Centralized control methods also struggle to accommodate distributed energy systems' multi-entity, multi-spatial, and temporal scale operational characteristics. Thus, there is an urgent need for advanced research in the modeling, optimization, and control technologies for distributed energy systems to address these challenges.

This Special Issue on “Modeling, Optimization, and Control of Distributed Energy Systems” showcases recent advancements in this area. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Multi-time scale dynamic modeling and simulation of distributed energy systems;
• Modeling methods for cyber-physical distributed energy systems;
• Morphological evolution and planning technologies for distributed energy systems;
• Energy management and optimal operations of distributed energy systems;
• Restoration control methods for distributed energy systems;
• Evaluation and improvement of resilience and flexibility in distributed energy systems;
• Application of artificial intelligence in the modeling, optimization, and control of distributed energy systems;
• Stable operation and control technologies for distributed energy systems;
• Aggregation of demand-side flexible resources and market mechanism;
• Transactive energy control of distributed energy systems.

Dr. Lei Sun
Dr. Xiaodong Yang
Dr. Yue Yang
Guest Editors

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• distributed energy sources
• modeling
• optimization algorithms
• control strategy
• distributed energy systems
• renewable energy