GIS-Driven Renewable Energy Solutions: Advancing Regional Development, Rural Electrification, and Universal Energy Access

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Dear Colleagues,

Aim: The aim of this Topic is to share insights into the importance of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in the development of renewable energy. Scope: This Topic aims to include studies, reviews, research, and projects related to the implementation of Geographic Information Systems and other associated technologies, which are focused on improving the integration of renewable energies as an alternative to the current energy models, thereby promoting a fair energy transition that facilitates universal access to energy, prevents energy poverty, improves regional development, and contributes to mitigating the effects of climate change. Summary: We are pleased to invite you to contribute to this Topic, which aims to foster the exchange of knowledge regarding the critical role that Geographic Information Systems (GIS) play in advancing renewable energy development. The Topic will address regional development, rural electrification, energy access, and energy poverty, while also acknowledging the broader applications of GIS in the renewable energy sector. Over the past three decades, GIS has become indispensable in the planning and integration of renewable energy projects. Their ability to incorporate geographic, technical, economic, and environmental variables, coupled with the growing availability of geographic data sources, including remote sensing, has solidified GIS as a cornerstone of energy transition strategies. This Topic welcomes studies, reviews, research, and projects that explore the implementation of GIS and geographic information technologies in promoting renewable energy integration. We hope to highlight their potential in driving a justified energy transition, ensuring universal energy access, combating energy poverty, fostering regional development, and mitigating climate change impacts. Given its multidisciplinary nature, this Topic invites contributions from experts in geography, energy engineering, environmental sciences, earth sciences, agronomy, economics, social sciences, and other related fields.

Prof. Dr. Javier Domínguez Bravo
Dr. Luis F. Zarzalejo
Dr. Markus Biberacher
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Participating Journals

Journal Name	Impact Factor	CiteScore	Launched Year	First Decision (median)	APC
Clean Technologies cleantechnol	4.1	6.1	2019	33.5 Days	CHF 1600	Submit
Energies energies	3.0	6.2	2008	16.8 Days	CHF 2600	Submit
Sustainability sustainability	3.3	6.8	2009	19.7 Days	CHF 2400	Submit
Applied Sciences applsci	2.5	5.3	2011	18.4 Days	CHF 2400	Submit

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