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Challenges and Progresses of Electric Power Systems

A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "F1: Electrical Power System".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 October 2025 | Viewed by 757

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Department of Astronautical, Electrical and Energy Engineering, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
Interests: energy conversion; power systems; power electronic converters; electrical machines and drives
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Department of Engineering, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Roma 29, 81031 Aversa, Caserta, Italy
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The evolution of electric power systems plays a crucial role in supporting the demands of modern society, especially in the context of increasing electrification, renewable energy integration, and the pursuit of sustainability. Challenges such as grid stability, energy storage, system reliability, and efficient power generation have pushed the boundaries of research and innovation in this field. At the same time, advancements in digitalization, smart grids, and novel energy systems have enabled progress in addressing these challenges.

This Special Issue aims to present and disseminate the latest developments in the theory, design, operation, and optimization of electric power systems. Contributions exploring the integration of renewable energy sources, grid modernization, advanced power electronics, and innovative solutions for energy management are highly encouraged.

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

  • Integration of renewable energy sources into power grids.
  • Energy storage systems and their role in grid stability.
  • Smart grid technologies and digitalization of power systems.
  • Advanced methods for power generation and distribution.
  • Enhancing reliability and resilience in power systems.
  • Power system optimization and control strategies.
  • Novel applications of power electronics in energy systems.
  • Environmental and economic impacts of power system innovations.

Dr. Guido Rubino
Dr. Luigi Rubino
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Keywords

  • electric power systems
  • renewable energy integration
  • energy storage
  • smart grids
  • power generation
  • grid reliability and resilience
  • power electronics

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The Evolution of Low- and Medium-Voltage Distribution System Development Planning Procedures and Methods—A Review
by Marcin Jaskólski, Paweł Bućko and Stanislaw Czapp
Energies 2025, 18(13), 3461; https://doi.org/10.3390/en18133461 - 1 Jul 2025
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The increasing number of prosumers presents a significant challenge for power grid operators at low- and medium-voltage levels. This necessitates a fresh approach to the development of planning procedures and methods. In this review, we focus on four key areas regarding distribution system [...] Read more.
The increasing number of prosumers presents a significant challenge for power grid operators at low- and medium-voltage levels. This necessitates a fresh approach to the development of planning procedures and methods. In this review, we focus on four key areas regarding distribution system development planning: (1) the application of multi-criteria analysis methods, (2) the integration of distributed energy resources, (3) the impact of prosumer inverters on the design and planning of networks and protection systems, and (4) maintaining voltage levels and local power balancing under market rules. We analyzed the major contribution of the existing literature to the field and identified key trends. We also proposed future directions for scientific research in the area. Full article
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