About this Research Topic
In the pursuit of a sustainable society, the imperative for innovation is pronounced, especially in the transition towards a clean energy system. Researchers grapple with ambitious goals set to curtail greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. As the focus intensifies on renewable energy sources, questions arise regarding the necessary steps for full decarbonization and its feasibility. Smaller-scale, community-based energy systems are recognized as crucial in the energy transition of our society. Therefore, tailored solutions to ensure the successful integration of renewable energy technologies and effective energy management systems are strongly demanded.
In this transformative journey toward decentralized energy management, effective solutions to produce, distribute, store, and use energy rationally play pivotal roles, connecting the diverse elements of sustainable communities.
This articles collection aims to explore the intersection of smart technologies, renewable energy integration, and energy efficiency within the context of designing and managing energy communities. The topic attempts to analyze synergies between thermal energy and electricity, both at the building and community levels, to enhance resilience and increase the potential for energy-sharing. Simultaneously, it promotes innovative demand-side strategies towards flexible energy communities to optimize resource use and grid stability.
Furthermore, it aims to advance knowledge in sustainable practices, targeting efficient and effective resource management, increased people involvement and collaboration, and the provision of environmental, economic, and social benefits to shareholders.
This Research Topic invites submissions covering, but not limited to:
1) Design modeling approaches for energy communities;
2) Management strategies;
3) Innovative technologies for building clusters;
4) Demand modeling and forecasting;
5) Energy flexibilities of building clusters;
6) Synergy between electrical and thermal energy systems;
7) Integration of energy storage;
8) Hybrid systems;
9) Polygeneration systems;
10) HVAC systems;
11) Net-zero buildings and energy efficiency;
12) Energy system optimization;
12) Green hydrogen;
13) Remote and islanded communities.
In this transformative journey toward decentralized energy management, effective solutions to produce, distribute, store, and use energy rationally play pivotal roles, connecting the diverse elements of sustainable communities.
This articles collection aims to explore the intersection of smart technologies, renewable energy integration, and energy efficiency within the context of designing and managing energy communities. The topic attempts to analyze synergies between thermal energy and electricity, both at the building and community levels, to enhance resilience and increase the potential for energy-sharing. Simultaneously, it promotes innovative demand-side strategies towards flexible energy communities to optimize resource use and grid stability.
Furthermore, it aims to advance knowledge in sustainable practices, targeting efficient and effective resource management, increased people involvement and collaboration, and the provision of environmental, economic, and social benefits to shareholders.
This Research Topic invites submissions covering, but not limited to:
1) Design modeling approaches for energy communities;
2) Management strategies;
3) Innovative technologies for building clusters;
4) Demand modeling and forecasting;
5) Energy flexibilities of building clusters;
6) Synergy between electrical and thermal energy systems;
7) Integration of energy storage;
8) Hybrid systems;
9) Polygeneration systems;
10) HVAC systems;
11) Net-zero buildings and energy efficiency;
12) Energy system optimization;
12) Green hydrogen;
13) Remote and islanded communities.
Keywords: Energy Communities; Energy Management Strategies; Building Clusters; Positive Energy District; Demand Forecasting; Energy Storage; Net Zero
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