Advances in Efficient and Sustainable Transport Using Electric Vehicles and Energy Storage in Transport
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Energy Sustainability".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2025 | Viewed by 791
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Interests: renewable energy; methanol vehicle; life cycle assessment; energy policy
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Dear Colleagues,
We invite you to contribute to our Special Issue entitled "Advances in Efficient and Sustainable Transport Using Electric Vehicles and Energy Storage in Transport". As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to merge into the mainstream, their role as transport solutions and dynamic components within the broader energy ecosystem becomes increasingly significant. EVs are not merely conveyances, but pivotal components in the achievment of energy efficiency and management. Accelerating towards a future of eco-friendly transport, this Special Issue stands at the vanguard of research on intelligent transportation systems and the pivotal role of EVs in achieving energy sustainability.
The imperative to minimize humanity’s carbon footprint and foster an environmentally friendly transport ecosystem propels the narrative of this Special Issue. It is a dialogue of discovery that challenges the status quo, seeking to redefine mobility through technological innovation in electric drive systems, battery efficiency, and renewable energy integration, coupled with examining the intricate dynamics of EVs as active participants in energy storage and distribution.
The scope of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:
- The development and optimization of efficient electric propulsion systems;
- Enhancements in the battery technology, lifespan and performance of EV applications;
- The integration of renewable energy sources with EV charging infrastructure;
- Explorations of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) and Grid-to-Vehicle (G2V) systems as energy storage and regulation mechanisms;
- Policy and economic analysis related to EV deployment and the transition to sustainable transport models;
- Case studies on innovative applications of EVs within public and private transportation sectors;
- Technological advancements that bolster the reliability and scalability of EVs in the context of smart grids and smart cities.
As we herald a new era of transportation, the insights garnered from this Special Issue will chart the course toward a more sustainable, efficient, and interconnected future. We welcome the submission of original research papers, reviews, and case studies that will ignite discourse and enrich understanding on this topic, paving the way for greener transport and research focused on electric vehicles and their multifunctional role in energy storage and conservation.
I/We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Chengjiang Li
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- electric vehicles
- energy storage
- intelligent transportation systems
- vehicle-to-grid
- energy sustainability
- efficient electric propulsion systems
- smart grids
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