Multi-Energy Systems Operation, Economics and Policy to Facilitate Low-Carbon Energy Transition, 2nd Edition
A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "C: Energy Economics and Policy".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 December 2025 | Viewed by 5
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Interests: power system operation and optimization; smart grids; electricity markets; network modelling/planning for renewable integration
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Interests: low-carbon energy transition; power system planning and operation; multi-energy system cooperation; electric vehicle fleet management; and applications of optimization theory and machine learning in these fields
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Interests: power distribution system planning and operation; power system big data
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In response to the global challenge of climate change, countries worldwide are actively pursuing strategies to reduce carbon emissions and adopt renewable energy sources. Governments have set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero emissions by the mid-century, reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of sustainable energy and the environmental impact of traditional fossil fuels. Significant changes in our energy systems will be necessary in order to meet these targets and enhance system security and reliability. One promising approach in the low-carbon energy transition is the integration of multiple energy carriers, integrating different forms of energy, such as electricity, heat, cooling, and natural gas, through multi-energy networks. This integration offers a viable solution that enables the efficient utilization of variable renewable energy sources. Furthermore, it aligns with the strict greenhouse gas reduction targets put forth. However, the adoption of multi-energy systems (MESs) requires substantial changes to our current energy infrastructure, as well as comprehensive planning and coordination.
To advance research in this pivotal field, we invite contributions to the 2nd Edition of this Energies Special Issue on "Multi-Energy Systems Operation, Economics and Policy to Facilitate Low-Carbon Energy Transition". This Special Issue aims to explore the multifaceted challenges and opportunities associated with the design, operation, economics, and policy aspects of multi-energy systems in the context of achieving low-carbon energy goals. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to the following:
- System design and optimization approaches for integrating multi-energy carriers in low-carbon energy systems;
- Techno-economic analysis of MESs for enhanced energy efficiency and reduced carbon emissions;
- Planning and management strategies to ensure the stability, reliability, and resilience of MESs;
- Policy frameworks and regulatory mechanisms to support the deployment and integration of low-carbon MESs;
- The role of energy markets and transactive energy mechanisms in facilitating the transition to MESs;
- Assessment of the environmental and socio-economic impacts of MESs in achieving sustainability goals;
- Innovative energy storage technologies and management systems for reliable and flexible multi-energy operations;
- The application of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics in optimizing MES performance.
Dr. Jiajia Yang
Dr. Yunqi Wang
Dr. Liang Du
Dr. Xiangjing Su
Dr. Yumin Zhang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- net-zero emissions
- multi-energy systems
- energy transition
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