Research on Heat Transfer and Sustainable Energy Systems
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Resources and Sustainable Utilization".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 6 March 2026 | Viewed by 114
Special Issue Editor
Interests: heat flux; heat transfer; fluid dynamics; sensor
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The global energy landscape is undergoing a transformative shift toward sustainability, driven by the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency, and integrate renewable energy sources. Heat transfer plays a crucial role in this transition, influencing the performance and sustainability of energy systems in diverse applications, from industrial processes to residential heating and cooling. Advancements in heat transfer technologies can significantly enhance energy conversion efficiency, reduce waste heat, and enable the more effective utilization of renewable energy sources.
This Special Issue of Sustainability, titled “Research on Heat Transfer and Sustainable Energy Systems”, aims to bring together cutting-edge research in heat transfer mechanisms, innovative materials, and novel energy system designs that contribute to sustainability. The focus will be on fundamental studies and applied research that advance sustainable energy solutions through improved thermal management. We welcome contributions exploring theoretical, experimental, and computational approaches to heat transfer phenomena, as well as studies that integrate sustainable practices into energy-intensive sectors.
Key topics of interest for this Special Issue include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Advanced heat transfer technologies for energy-efficient systems.
- Waste heat recovery and utilization.
- Sustainable cooling and heating solutions.
- Heat transfer in renewable energy systems (solar, geothermal, biomass, etc.).
- Thermal energy storage for improved energy efficiency.
- Heat flux measurement and modeling for optimized energy use.
- Emerging materials and coatings for enhanced thermal performance.
- Smart thermal management strategies for industrial and residential applications.
By compiling high-quality research from experts in the field, this Special Issue aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and contribute to the development of innovative and sustainable energy solutions. We invite researchers, engineers, and practitioners to submit their latest findings and share their insights on how heat transfer science and technology can drive sustainability in energy systems.
We look forward to receiving contributions that will shape the future of sustainable energy through advanced heat transfer research.
Dr. Andrey Mityakov
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- heat transfer
- sustainable energy systems
- energy efficiency
- waste heat recovery
- renewable energy
- thermal energy storage
- heat flux measurement
- advanced thermal management
- green energy technologies
- thermal system optimization
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