Operation and Control of Sustainable Power and Renewable Energy Systems

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to serve as the guest editor of a Special Issue of Sustainability entitled "Operation and Control of Sustainable Power and Renewable Energy Systems." To clarify its academic positioning, we outline the focus, scope, and purpose below:

(1) Outline of the Special Issue

1. Focus. This Special Issue centers on the Operation and Control of Sustainable Power and Renewable Energy Systems, addressing advanced control strategies, system optimization, stability analysis, smart grid integration, energy storage management, and key technical challenges in integrating high-penetration renewable energy.
2. Scope. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Integration and dispatch of renewable energy (wind, solar, hydro, biomass, etc.).
• Applications of AI and large language models in renewable energy systems.
• Power system operation optimization and real-time control.
• Operation and control of distributed energy resources.
• Sustainable energy market policies on system operation.
• Resilience of power systems under extreme climate conditions.

(2) Supplement to the Existing Journal

While Sustainability has long focused on environmental, social, and economic dimensions of sustainable development, systematic exploration of the technical core—"power system operation and control"—remains relatively limited. This Special Issue will deepen the journal’s coverage in energy engineering and system control, filling gaps in real-time operation and intelligent control of renewable energy systems. It will offer readers a comprehensive perspective ranging from technological implementation to system management. This will enhance the journal’s academic influence and practical relevance in the field of sustainable energy.

Dr. Changzheng Shao
Dr. Yifan Su
Guest Editors

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