Inês Campos , Julia M. Wittmayer , Sabine Hielscher , Flávio Oliveira , Filipe Moreira Alves , Sophie Progscha , Audrey Wientjes
{"title":"Just participation in wind energy: The role of social innovations","authors":"Inês Campos , Julia M. Wittmayer , Sabine Hielscher , Flávio Oliveira , Filipe Moreira Alves , Sophie Progscha , Audrey Wientjes","doi":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115146","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115146","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Participatory practices and social innovations are recognised as important for sustainable renewable energy projects. However, information on the significance of diverse participatory practices and social innovations for advancing inclusive and sustainable wind energy developments remains limited. To address this gap, this study aims to understand how diverse participatory practices in wind energy developments across the globe influence energy justice differently. It does so, by analysing how a fairer participation of communities is interconnected to the models of participation while investigating how participatory practices interrelate with social innovations. Drawing on the ‘ecologies of participation’ approach, the work compiles a dataset of 312 case studies of collective participatory practices in wind energy projects, of which 209 are classified as social innovation projects. Findings indicate that not all participatory practices and social innovations are equal in ensuring just processes in wind energy governance. This requires careful consideration of different aspects of participation (e.g., opportunities provided, continuity of the process) and adherence to principles of justice in wind energy governance (e.g., inclusivity, capacity to influence, transparency). Conclusions highlight that fairer participation practices are interconnected to both the models of participation and to the wider spaces of participation in which they are embedded.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":418,"journal":{"name":"Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews","volume":"209 ","pages":"Article 115146"},"PeriodicalIF":16.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142701462","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Green hydrogen techno-economic assessments from simulated and measured solar photovoltaic power profiles","authors":"Nicolas Campion , Giulia Montanari , Alessandro Guzzini , Lennard Visser , Alfredo Alcayde","doi":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115044","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115044","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Studies estimating the production cost of hydrogen-based fuels, known as e-fuels, often use renewable power profile time series obtained from open-source simulation tools that rely on meteorological reanalysis and satellite data, such as Renewables.ninja or PVGIS. These simulated time series contain errors compared to real on-site measured data, which are reflected in e-fuels cost estimates, plant design, and operational performance, increasing the risk of inaccurate plant design and business models. Focusing on solar-powered e-fuels, this study aims to quantify these errors using high-quality on-site power production data. A state-of-the-art optimization techno-economic model was used to estimate e-fuel production costs by utilizing either simulated or high-quality measured PV power profiles across four sites with different climates. The results indicate that, in cloudy climates, relying on simulated data instead of measured data can lead to an underestimation of the fuel production costs by 36 % for a hydrogen user requiring a constant supply, considering an original error of 1.2 % in the annual average capacity factor. The cost underestimation can reach 25 % for a hydrogen user operating between 40 % and 100 % load and 17.5 % for a fully flexible user. For comparison, cost differences around 20 % could also result from increasing the electrolyser or PV plant costs by around 55 %, which highlights the importance of using high-quality renewable power profiles. To support this, an open-source collaborative repository was developed to facilitate the sharing of measured renewable power profiles and provide tools for both time series analysis and green hydrogen techno-economic assessments.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":418,"journal":{"name":"Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews","volume":"209 ","pages":"Article 115044"},"PeriodicalIF":16.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142701562","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Evaluating efficiency of green innovations and renewables for sustainability goals","authors":"Ibrahim Alnafrah","doi":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115137","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115137","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Understanding the efficiency dynamics of green innovations is essential for advancing sustainable economic systems. This study evaluates the efficiency of forty-two countries in producing and utilizing green innovations for clean energy production and in achieving sustainable development goals from 2000 to 2020. Employing a network bias-corrected data envelopment analysis (DEA) and Malmquist productivity analysis, this study explores the adoption of green technology and its effects on economic and environmental efficiency. Findings reveal limited progress in clean energy efficiency across most countries, indicating suboptimal use of green innovations for the goals of affordable and clean energy and climate action). The results show that the efficiency pattern of green innovations follows a U-shaped curve, with initial inefficiencies followed by long-term gains. South American nations and the European Union demonstrate strong performance in integrating green technologies. However, green innovations alone appear insufficient; supportive policies, such as green taxes on emissions and renewable energy initiatives, are crucial for enhancing impact and achieving environmental sustainability.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":418,"journal":{"name":"Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews","volume":"209 ","pages":"Article 115137"},"PeriodicalIF":16.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142701099","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Chao Wang , Xuemei Zhang , Xiaoqian Hu , Ming K. Lim , Yuanhong Xu , Ping-Chen Chang , Pezhman Ghadimi
{"title":"Dynamics and drivers of global secondhand clothing trade: Implications for sustainable energy and circular economy in fashion","authors":"Chao Wang , Xuemei Zhang , Xiaoqian Hu , Ming K. Lim , Yuanhong Xu , Ping-Chen Chang , Pezhman Ghadimi","doi":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115116","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115116","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The rapid growth of fast fashion has led to a thriving secondhand clothing market over the past decade, presenting both challenges and opportunities for sustainable energy practices in the fashion industry. However, the diverse stances adopted by developing countries on importing secondhand clothing, due to potential environmental threats and impacts on local garment manufacturing, have made international trade relationships increasingly sensitive and fragile. This study employs complex trade network analysis and temporal exponential random graph model to comprehensively analyze the dynamic evolution and driving factors of the global secondhand clothing trade network (GSCTN) from 1995 to 2022, with a focus on its implications for energy consumption and sustainability. The findings reveal consistent growth and significant expansion in the GSCTN, with developed countries like the United States, United Kingdom, and Germany remaining major exporters, while African countries such as Ghana and Kenya have become primary importers. Notably, Africa's import sources have gradually shifted from Europe to Asia, underscoring a trend of regionalization that may impact transportation-related energy consumption. The formation and evolution of the GSCTN are shaped by its endogenous structure, including delayed reciprocity, transitivity, and stability, as well as factors like environmental regulations, industrialization levels, and the fast fashion industry. Moreover, countries with colonial ties or regional trade agreements are more likely to engage in secondhand clothing trade. These findings provide valuable insights for policymakers to develop effective strategies that promote sustainable trade practices, support the transition towards a circular economy, and enhance energy efficiency in the fashion industry.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":418,"journal":{"name":"Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews","volume":"209 ","pages":"Article 115116"},"PeriodicalIF":16.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142701561","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mohd Edzham Fareez Othman , Lariyah Mohd Sidek , Hidayah Basri , Ahmed El-Shafie , Ali Najah Ahmed
{"title":"Climate challenges for sustainable hydropower development and operational resilience: A review","authors":"Mohd Edzham Fareez Othman , Lariyah Mohd Sidek , Hidayah Basri , Ahmed El-Shafie , Ali Najah Ahmed","doi":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115108","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115108","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Hydropower remains a crucial renewable energy source, playing a significant role in global electricity generation and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. However, climate change introduces substantial challenges to its sustainable development and operational resilience. This review offers a detailed analysis of the global impacts of climate change on hydropower systems, focusing on key mechanisms such as changes in precipitation patterns, temperature fluctuations, and extreme weather events. The review reveals varied regional impacts, with some regions experiencing increased water availability while others face significant reductions. It highlights the necessity for region-specific adaptive strategies, advanced forecasting methods, and technological advancements to bolster hydropower resilience. Furthermore, it stresses the importance of strong governance structures, inclusive policy frameworks, and the integration of hydropower with other renewable energy sources to establish a diverse and resilient energy portfolio. Despite progress, significant gaps remain, especially in incorporating socio-economic factors and land use changes into hydropower planning. Future research should aim to refine climate models, enhance infrastructure resilience, and explore synergies with other renewable energy sources. Addressing these issues will enable hydropower to continue contributing significantly to global renewable energy strategies, ensuring sustainable and reliable energy production amid a changing climate.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":418,"journal":{"name":"Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews","volume":"209 ","pages":"Article 115108"},"PeriodicalIF":16.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142701461","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mohamed Bassyouni , Reem Nasser , Moataz El-Bagoury , Islam Shaker , Attia M. Attia , Yasser Elhenawy , Dina Aboelela
{"title":"Integrating medical plastic waste pyrolysis and circular economy for environmental sustainability","authors":"Mohamed Bassyouni , Reem Nasser , Moataz El-Bagoury , Islam Shaker , Attia M. Attia , Yasser Elhenawy , Dina Aboelela","doi":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115062","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115062","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A critical assessment of pyrolysis technologies and reactor designs was discussed, highlighting various reactor configurations. This study explored the influence of catalysts, temperature, heating rate, and residence time on the pyrolysis process, and addressed their effects on product distribution and composition. Safety considerations and strategies for mitigating the potential environmental impacts of pyrolysis were presented. Comparative analyses of the environmental impacts of traditional waste disposal methods versus pyrolysis-based approaches provided insights into the potential reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants. The circular economy approach was explored in the context of medical plastic waste pyrolysis. The potential for closing the loop by transforming plastic waste into valuable resources was addressed. The integration of pyrolysis-derived products into existing supply chains was discussed in detail. The role of simulation technology, with an emphasis on Aspen Plus, in optimizing the plastic pyrolysis process was explained. The integration of simulation technology allowed for the prediction and optimization of product yields, energy consumption, and overall process efficiency. The application of AI-enabled predictive maintenance, early detection of process anomalies, and adaptive control strategies contributing to safer and more efficient pyrolysis operations. The integration of pyrolysis-derived products into existing supply chains was studied, illustrating how they can serve as raw materials for manufacturing new products, thereby reducing the demand for virgin resources. Incorporating simulation technology, artificial intelligence, and circular economy principles into the discussion enriched the review by providing insights into the technical and strategic aspects of advancing medical plastic waste pyrolysis as a sustainable waste management solution.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":418,"journal":{"name":"Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews","volume":"209 ","pages":"Article 115062"},"PeriodicalIF":16.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142701570","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Edimar Ramalho , Fátima Lima , Max López-Maciel , Mara Madaleno , José Villar , Marta Ferreira Dias , Anabela Botelho , Mónica Meireles , Margarita Robaina
{"title":"Understanding wind Energy Economic externalities impacts: A systematic literature review","authors":"Edimar Ramalho , Fátima Lima , Max López-Maciel , Mara Madaleno , José Villar , Marta Ferreira Dias , Anabela Botelho , Mónica Meireles , Margarita Robaina","doi":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115120","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115120","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Electricity generation from wind energy is one of the main drivers of decarbonization in energy systems. However, installing wind farm facilities may have beneficial and harmful impacts on the habitat of living beings. This study reviews the literature based on economic analysis to identify the main externalities related to the installation of wind farms and the economic methodologies used to assess these externalities, filling an existent literature gap. A systematic literature review followed the Preferred Reporting Items on Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis standards. A total of 33 studies were identified, most of them carried out in Europe. The studies cover 24 years, between 1998 and 2022. The externalities associated with wind electricity generation are classified into three categories: the impact on well-being, the impact of wind turbines, and the impacts of avoided externalities. Most studies (24 out of 33) determine economic values by stated preference methods through choice experiments, discrete choice experiments, and contingent valuation. Revealed preference methods were identified in 5 studies using hedonic pricing and travel cost techniques. The challenges and limitations of this analysis in terms of externalities identification and their assessment are also discussed, concluding that additional updated review studies are needed since the latest ones were published in 2016 and 2017. Moreover, it gives insights to policymakers and academics on a more complete approach they can use to evaluate the impacts of decarbonization, which, apart from the technological view, also considers and estimates the socio-economic and environmental perspectives.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":418,"journal":{"name":"Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews","volume":"209 ","pages":"Article 115120"},"PeriodicalIF":16.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142701569","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Complementing the method of areas of Gaussian characteristic figures for the rapid diagnosis of the technical condition of the low-pressure gas-phase injectors","authors":"Dariusz Szpica, Jakub Warakomski","doi":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115113","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115113","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The Fit for 55 package has significantly reduced CO<sub>2</sub> emissions from combustion propulsion sources. Therefore, it is considered important to maintain the efficiency of drive units at the required level. One of the main causes of changes in this area is the failure of the power system. This study focuses on the diagnosis of the gas injector, where the Gauss characteristic figure area method was used. The choice of the method was due to its analytical approach, which is different from the commonly used ones, and its easy interpretation of the results. However, the Gauss method was found to lack sensitivity in certain areas. Hence the proposal to supplement it with a trend line, which is a novelty of the study. The trend line, and in fact its indicators, allowed for improved inference relative to the original Gauss approach. This eliminated the fact of equivalent fields of figures that are rotated or distorted. The trend line indicators accurately identified the position of the characteristic figure and its shape. To confirm the expediency of using the proposed approach, tests were carried out for injectors: brand-new, in-operation, end-of-life and remanufactured, as well as those with artificially simulated deficiencies. The test results and analysis presented in the paper can be useful for further work, but also as a guideline for supplementing existing test stands with the described diagnostic functions. The proposed innovative approach was used for the case of gas injectors, but it is possible to apply it to testing injectors of other fuels.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":418,"journal":{"name":"Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews","volume":"209 ","pages":"Article 115113"},"PeriodicalIF":16.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142701464","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Gustavo de Andrade Melo , Fernando Luiz Cyrino Oliveira , Paula Medina Maçaira , Erick Meira
{"title":"Exploring complementary effects of solar and wind power generation","authors":"Gustavo de Andrade Melo , Fernando Luiz Cyrino Oliveira , Paula Medina Maçaira , Erick Meira","doi":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115139","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115139","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The increased participation of variable renewable energy sources (VREs) in electrical matrices worldwide is essential for achieving several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), such as SDGs 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and 13 (Climate Action). However, it brings several challenges to the planning and operation of power systems, mainly due to the intermittency of VREs. In this context, the complementary effects between different intermittent resources have garnered growing attention in the literature since such properties offer a collective capability to capture the stochastic nature of intermittent power generation when simulating scenarios. This work proposes a stochastic simulation model of renewable energy generation that explores several complementary effects between wind and photovoltaic resources in different Brazilian locations. The approach considers calculating energy generation states to simultaneously represent the generation of multiple renewable sources and using probability transition matrices based on historical data. The synthetic time series are subsequently assessed using statistical methods that indicate good adherence of the generated scenarios to most stylized facts of the historical series.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":418,"journal":{"name":"Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews","volume":"209 ","pages":"Article 115139"},"PeriodicalIF":16.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142701098","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Supply chain configuration and total factor productivity of renewable energy","authors":"Boqiang Lin , Yitong Zhu","doi":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115140","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.rser.2024.115140","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In the context of a highly uncertain global economic environment, exploring the relationship between supply chain allocation and total factor productivity (TFP) of renewable energy enterprises not only helps to optimize the support policy for renewable energy but also ensures the resilience of supply chain and promotes the micro foundation of energy transition. Based on the data of listed renewable energy enterprises in China from 2010 to 2022, this research systematically verifies the impact of the relative choice of diversification and concentration on the TFP of renewable energy enterprises from the perspective of the enterprise supply chain. The results show that: (1) Supply chain diversification can improve the TFP of renewable energy enterprises, but the impact of supply chain configuration on small and medium-sized enterprises is more significant. (2) Through mechanism analysis, it is revealed that supply chain diversification can improve the TFP of renewable energy enterprises mainly through three channels: improving the asset turnover, reducing the performance fluctuation, improving the knowledge absorptive capacity. (3) Compared with other industries, it is found that renewable energy enterprises are more vulnerable to the impact of climate change, which is the main reason for the heterogeneous impact of renewable energy supply chain configuration. Based on the above research, this study proposes policy suggestions to optimize the supply chain of renewable energy enterprises, so that renewable energy enterprises can reduce the potential fluctuation risk, by taking into account the cost reduction and efficiency increase.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":418,"journal":{"name":"Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews","volume":"209 ","pages":"Article 115140"},"PeriodicalIF":16.3,"publicationDate":"2024-11-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142701465","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}