Next-Generation Energy Conversion and Advanced Thermal Storage Technologies for a Sustainable Energy Future

Dear Colleagues,

At present, the rapid transition toward carbon-neutral and resilient energy systems has accelerated research and innovation in energy conversion and storage technologies. Breakthroughs in thermal energy storage (TES), hybrid storage systems, and high-efficiency energy conversion methods are reshaping power generation, industrial processes, and building energy management. Emerging approaches, such as phase-change materials, thermochemical storage, concentrated solar power integration, and sector coupling with renewable electricity, offer promising pathways to improve flexibility, efficiency, and sustainability.

This Special Issue aims to showcase cutting-edge research, innovative designs, and system-level analyses that advance the performance, scalability, and environmental sustainability of energy conversion and thermal storage systems. By bringing together contributions from academia, industry, and policymakers, this collection will serve as a comprehensive resource for technologies that bridge the gap between renewable energy generation and reliable energy supply.

The topics of interest for publication include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Advanced thermal energy storage materials and systems (e.g., phase-change, thermochemical, sensible heat);
• Integration of thermal storage with renewable energy sources (solar, wind, geothermal, and bioenergy);
• Hybrid and multi-functional energy storage systems combining electrical, thermal, and chemical storage;
• High-efficiency energy conversion technologies for power and heat applications;
• Modeling, simulation, and optimization of energy conversion and storage processes;
• Smart control strategies and digital twins for thermal energy storage systems;
• Life cycle assessment (LCA), techno-economic analysis, and sustainability evaluation of energy conversion and storage solutions;
• Applications in district heating/cooling, industrial waste heat recovery, and building energy systems.

Dr. Ehsan Baniasadi
Guest Editor

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