Advances in Coastal Environments and Renewable Energy

Dear Colleagues,

Coastal environments, which include both onshore and offshore regions, are essential for the growth of renewable energy systems. These areas are home to vital ecosystems and are increasingly becoming focal points for renewable energy generation, such as wind, solar, tidal, and wave energy. Coastal regions offer distinctive opportunities for deploying both onshore technologies, like solar farms and wind turbines, and offshore solutions, including fixed and floating wind farms, thus extending wind energy production into deeper waters.

This Special Issue of Applied Sciences seeks to explore the dynamic interaction between coastal environments and renewable energy technologies. We invite original research and review articles addressing the environmental, technological, and socio-economic challenges of deploying renewable energy in these regions. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

• The impact of offshore and onshore renewable energy systems on coastal ecosystems, marine biodiversity, and local communities.
• Advancements in floating wind technologies and their integration into the energy grid.
• The role of coastal regions in the global energy transition and their contribution to sustainable energy development.
• Technological innovations, grid integration, and energy storage solutions tailored to coastal environments.
• Policy frameworks and strategies for balancing renewable energy production with environmental conservation and community well-being.

This Special Issue aims to bring together cutting-edge research that supports the responsible integration of renewable energy technologies in coastal areas, contributing to global efforts to combat climate change and promote sustainable development. We look forward to your valuable contributions to this timely and impactful field of study.

Prof. Dr. Vanesa Magar
Guest Editor

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