Overcoming Challenges for Renewable Energy in Cold Climates

Topic Information

Dear Colleagues,

Renewable energy deployment in cold climates presents unique technical and environmental challenges that affect system efficiency, reliability, and durability. This Topic aims to unite researchers and practitioners working across wind, solar, marine, and hybrid renewable energy systems to address critical issues such as icing, snow and frost accumulation, thermal losses, and extreme-temperature effects on materials and system performance. The scope includes experimental investigations, numerical modelling, and the development of mitigation and adaptation strategies for harsh weather conditions. Studies focused on ice accretion and protection systems for wind turbines, frost prevention in photovoltaic modules, thermal management in battery and hydrogen storage systems, and biofouling or icing on marine energy devices are especially encouraged. Advanced materials, icephobic and hydrophobic coatings, and surface engineering approaches under realistic environmental conditions are of particular interest. Contributions combining simulations, field measurements, and machine learning for predictive performance assessments are welcome. This Topic seeks original research and reviews that advance reliable, year-round renewable energy production and integration in cold regions, thereby supporting global efforts toward resilient and sustainable energy systems.

Prof. Dr. Adrian Ilinca
Prof. Dr. Gelareh Momen
Dr. Marianne Rodgers
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Participating Journals

Journal Name	Impact Factor	CiteScore	Launched Year	First Decision (median)	APC
Coatings coatings	2.8	5.4	2011	13 Days	CHF 2600	Submit
Energies energies	3.2	7.3	2008	16.8 Days	CHF 2600	Submit
Journal of Marine Science and Engineering jmse	2.8	5.0	2013	16.5 Days	CHF 2600	Submit
Machines machines	2.5	4.7	2013	17.6 Days	CHF 2400	Submit
Processes processes	2.8	5.5	2013	14.9 Days	CHF 2400	Submit
Sustainability sustainability	3.3	7.7	2009	17.9 Days	CHF 2400	Submit
Wind wind	1.7	2.9	2021	25 Days	CHF 1200	Submit

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