Smart Grid Optimization and Sustainable Power System Management

Dear Colleagues,

The smart grid has become ever-important for resolving problems in energy management, pollution reduction, etc. Smart grid optimization focuses on improving electrical power network efficiency, reliability, and sustainability by integrating distributed energy resources, energy storage systems, and advanced technology devices. Smart grids go hand in hand with control strategies, analytical data, and optimization algorithms to operate adequately.

This Special Issue welcomes review papers, original research, and case studies on smart grid optimization and sustainable power system management. In addition, we will accept papers focused on the optimal integration of distributed energy resources, the optimal operation of energy management systems, demand response management, cybersecurity, and integration of the Internet of Things in grid planning, operation, monitoring, and control.

For this Special Issue, we expect contributions in the following research areas:

1. Distribution system planning.
2. Renewable energy resources.
3. Distribution grids and microgrids.
4. Energy management in smart grids.
5. Power system operation and control.
6. The analysis of uncertainties in renewables.
7. The control of power converters for renewable energy integration.
8. Energy storage systems.
9. Energy markets with high penetration of distributed energy resources.
10. The efficient integration of renewable energy in power systems.
11. Convex and combinatorial optimization methods for power grids.
12. Alternating and direct current networks.
13. Electric vehicle applications.
14. Trends in renewable and energy storage systems.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Oscar Danilo Montoya
Prof. Dr. Walter Gil-González
Prof. Dr. Luis Fernando Grisales Noreña
Guest Editors

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