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{"title":"30 years of Energy for Sustainable Development: A bibliometric overview","authors":"Keivan Amirbagheri ,&nbsp;José M. Merigó ,&nbsp;August Corrons","doi":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101741","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101741","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Energy for Sustainable Development is a leading international journal in the fields of energy research and sustainable development, published on behalf of the International Energy Initiative. The journal was first published in 1994. In celebration of its 30th anniversary in 2024, this paper presents a comprehensive bibliometric overview of the most significant trends in the journal between 1994 and 2023. The objective of this study is to identify the journal's impact, the most productive and influential authors, institutions, countries/territories, leading topics, and to analyse their evolution over time. The work is primarily based on data from the Scopus database. In certain instances, the Web of Science Core Collection database is employed to improve the bibliographic analysis. Furthermore, we present a graphical mapping of the bibliographic material, employing the Visualisation of Similarities (VOS) viewer software to facilitate more in-depth analyses. The graphical visualisation utilises co-citation, bibliographic coupling, and co-occurrence of author keywords. The results highlight the substantial growth and impact of the journal throughout its entire lifetime. It is anticipated that the journal will continue to expand its international diversity and disseminate knowledge in energy research and sustainable development on a global scale.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49209,"journal":{"name":"Energy for Sustainable Development","volume":"87 ","pages":"Article 101741"},"PeriodicalIF":4.4,"publicationDate":"2025-05-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143912898","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Simulation and optimization of hybrid renewable energy system to achieve a net-zero and flexible-interconnected service area for highways","authors":"Xiaoyong Xu ,&nbsp;Xiaojie Xu ,&nbsp;Sinan Li ,&nbsp;Xiwei Zhang ,&nbsp;Zeyuan Xu ,&nbsp;Tao Ma ,&nbsp;Weizhong Guo ,&nbsp;Zhenhua Xiong","doi":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101740","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101740","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The increasing prevalence of distributed photovoltaics (PV) and electric vehicle charging stations within low-voltage distribution networks has led to challenges, such as transformer overloading in service areas and typically expanding transformer capacity is costly. To address these problems, a hybrid renewable energy system with high penetration of solar PV, battery storage, EV charger, and energy router is proposed, which aims to achieve a net-zero and flexible interconnected service area in Shannxi province. In this work, the mathematical model of PV, battery, and other components is developed to simulate energy flow throughout an entire year. The influence of the PV and battery capacity on the performance of the system is discussed to find the optimal system configuration, and the system performance is compared under different climate conditions. The results indicate that the northern region experiences a peak electrical load deficit of 50 kW, thus necessitating compensation from the southern region during the evening. The self-consumption rate (SCR) is 88.2 % and 53.9 % respectively, when the charging station load is considered or not. With battery capacity ranging from 100 to 300 kWh, the SCR increases from 86.6 % to 89.6 %, and the self-sufficiency rate (SSR) rises from 36 % to 37.3 %. When the PV capacity varies from 500 kW to 900 kW, the SSR increases from 29 % to 41.6 %, while the SCR decreases from 97 % to 77 %. The performance of the system in Shanghai is also simulated, and the results demonstrate that the SSR is 28.2 % and 61.6 % in Shanghai, respectively, which is lower than that in Shannxi province due to the higher solar irradiance, and the LCOE is 0.19 ￥/kWh higher than in Shannxi (0.13￥/kWh). The carbon reduction is 1294 t per year through the employment of the system, showing great benefit to the environment.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49209,"journal":{"name":"Energy for Sustainable Development","volume":"87 ","pages":"Article 101740"},"PeriodicalIF":4.4,"publicationDate":"2025-04-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143887245","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Development and performance study of modified cookstove burner for biosyngas as green fuel toward sustainable energy system","authors":"Bheru Lal Salvi,&nbsp;Anshul Paliwal","doi":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101737","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101737","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study is focused on development of burner and utilization of biosyngas as green fuel for cookstove. The biosyngas was produced from waste biomass using downdraft gasifier. A commercially available self-aspirated cookstove burner (0.5 to 2.0 kW) for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) was modified to operate with biosyngas as green fuel. The different burner heads with varying port diameters (2.0 to 6.0 mm) were developed and gas nozzle diameter was changed from 1 mm to 2 mm. Then experimental study was carried at different flow rates (10 to 30 LPM) of biosyngas. The maximum burner efficiency was found 43.2 % with 2.0 mm port diameter and gas flow rate of 30 LPM for community cooking; while for household cooking the burner with 4.0 mm port diameter and flow rate 10 LPM was found with burner efficiency 43.1 %. The biosyngas as green fuel is environment friendly and based on a case study; it was found that replacement of LPG by biosyngas offers cost savings of INR 576.0 per family (4 members) per year and saving of 0.4436 tons of CO₂ emission per year per family. The cost saving, about 4 % of yearly expenditure on LPG per family per year, may not be more appreciable, but biosyngas is renewable in nature and net CO₂ addition to the environment is zero. Therefore, burner optimization is required for different applications and biosyngas can be used for community cooking as green fuel for sustainable energy system.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49209,"journal":{"name":"Energy for Sustainable Development","volume":"87 ","pages":"Article 101737"},"PeriodicalIF":4.4,"publicationDate":"2025-04-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143869043","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Incentivizing photovoltaic panel cleaning in green building standards: A policy framework","authors":"Abubaker Younis ,&nbsp;Petru Adrian Cotfas ,&nbsp;Daniel Tudor Cotfas","doi":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101738","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101738","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In the built environment (BE), green building rating systems (GBRSs) serve as effective policy tools for promoting and ensuring sustainability across various aspects, including energy. These systems already reward the incorporation of renewable energy technologies, which are foundational to sustainable practices. Among these technologies, photovoltaic (PV) panels are widely integrated into the BE in various configurations. However, their performance is significantly impacted by environmental factors such as soiling, which can drastically reduce their efficiency. This work introduces a proposed policy framework within GBRSs to award points for the cleaning of PV panels. This “PV Cleaning and Maintenance Credit” introduces an innovative approach to elevate the role of renewable energy systems in GBRSs by emphasizing regular, sustainable maintenance. By guaranteeing optimal energy generation, this credit not only enhances the energy efficiency in green buildings but also addresses a critical gap in existing rating systems. Nonetheless, implementing such a credit presents challenges, including water usage concerns and cost implications. Overcoming these obstacles will be essential to fully realizing the potential of this proposed improvement to GBRSs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49209,"journal":{"name":"Energy for Sustainable Development","volume":"87 ","pages":"Article 101738"},"PeriodicalIF":4.4,"publicationDate":"2025-04-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143869042","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Study on tariff impact on new energy vehicle exports: Evidence from China's industrial chain perspective","authors":"Dong-xiao Yang ,&nbsp;Qian-ge Wu ,&nbsp;Lin-shu Qiu ,&nbsp;Xu-hui Chen ,&nbsp;Lin Tan ,&nbsp;Ying-na Tang ,&nbsp;Li-tao Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101714","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101714","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This paper examines the impact of destination import tariffs and industrial chain development on China's exports of new energy vehicles (NEVs). It establishes an evaluation system for industrial development and a dynamic assessment model based on the entropy weight method, the virtual worst solution TOPSIS and gray relational degree. The study focuses on China's exports of five types of NEVs to 25 countries from 2015 to 2021. The findings indicate that higher import tariffs reduce NEV exports, but the development of the downstream industry helps mitigate this negative effect, while the overall development of the industrial chain boosts exports. Specifically, the growth of the midstream industry promotes electric vehicle exports, although tariffs have the opposite effect. Interestingly, neither tariffs nor industrial development significantly affect the export of hybrid vehicles. For developed countries, import tariffs are positively associated with NEV exports, with the development of the midstream industry having the greatest impact on export levels. In contrast, for developing countries, the growth of the downstream industry alleviates the negative impact of tariffs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49209,"journal":{"name":"Energy for Sustainable Development","volume":"87 ","pages":"Article 101714"},"PeriodicalIF":4.4,"publicationDate":"2025-04-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143848542","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Estimates of the impact of extreme weather considering climate change on the cooling/heating load of high-speed railway station in China","authors":"Jinwei Li,&nbsp;Xiaoling Cao,&nbsp;Peixian Zuo,&nbsp;Yanping Yuan,&nbsp;Tao Yu","doi":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101735","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101735","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Global warming has intensified extreme weather events, significantly impacting the design and operation of building energy systems. In China, such extreme weather presents substantial challenges to the performance of building energy systems, particularly for rapidly developing public buildings like high-speed railway stations (HSRS). The heating and cooling systems in HSRS buildings have faced increasing strain due to these extreme weather events. This study proposes a novel method for generating extreme meteorological years (XMY). It examines the impact of climate change on XMY generation using ECMWF Reanalysis v5 (ERA5) meteorological reanalysis data. The influence of XMY on the cooling and heating loads of three typical HSRS buildings in China is also assessed. The results indicate that climate change has led to a continuous increase in the average annual temperature of XMY. The XMY derived from distant historical weather data no longer accurately reflects the impacts of climate change. Specifically, compared to typical meteorological years (TMY), the effects of XMY on peak load in the three typical HSRS range from −20 % to 20 %, with extreme high weather increasing peak cooling load by approximately 10.00 %. The effect of extreme weather on the annual total load of most HSRS ranges from −13.00 % to 14.00 %, with extreme high weather causing a maximum increase of 9.00 % in the yearly total load. Therefore, the impact of XMY should be considered in the design of the HSRS energy system, and the system capacity should be appropriately increased.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49209,"journal":{"name":"Energy for Sustainable Development","volume":"87 ","pages":"Article 101735"},"PeriodicalIF":4.4,"publicationDate":"2025-04-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143843352","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A user interactive tool for assessment of performance ratio for commercial solar photovoltaic system: Leveraging exergy and energy based inputs","authors":"Ms. Almas,&nbsp;Sivasankari Sundaram","doi":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101734","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101734","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The practice of prediction and early estimation of Performance Ratio (PR) for grid integrated Photovoltaic (PV) system is critical for power reliability, techno-economic viability and regulatory compliance for plant owners and grid system operators. Current approaches for its estimation remain as a mathematical framework and can be employed only when the set of dependent monitored attributes are made available. Also, these derived system inputs are often challenging to assess or priorly estimable. Nevertheless, a classified approach that relies on pre-estimable factors concerning the electrical and thermal behaviour of PV plants can effectively and accurately assess its on-field performance. So, the presented investigation develops a user-friendly deep-learning based predictive tool for prediction/short-term estimation of PR encompassing novel thermo-electric attributes namely failure mode-based power degradation rate (R_d) and thermal exergy loss. The proposed approach is derived from a lager sample of minute-based observations ranging for an annual duration, belonging to a realistic 191.9 kW_p PV plant situated at Khopoli, India. The developed optimized Long Short-Term Modeler (LSTM) operates with a training and testing accuracy of 91.68 % and 90.61 % respectively. This is further transformed into a user interactive tool employing Tkinter in python. The predictor exhibited a highest prediction accuracy with least Mean Absolute Percentage Error (MAPE) of 0.0183 on comparing it with benchmark-based models like normalized ratio method, PVsyst, corrected PR and an existing model learning approach. It is also validated for a roof-top PV facility at Bengaluru, India and Koprübaşı, Turkey showing an MAPE as low as 5.81 % and 1.48 % respectively, in comparison to existing methodologies. So, the proposed PR analyser increases user interaction and is an accurate tool benefiting stakeholders in Solar PV Industry.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49209,"journal":{"name":"Energy for Sustainable Development","volume":"87 ","pages":"Article 101734"},"PeriodicalIF":4.4,"publicationDate":"2025-04-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143828629","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Synergy effects of the energy quota trading system and carbon emissions trading system: a case study of China","authors":"Chen Haowei","doi":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101733","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101733","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>China has implemented the energy quota trading system (EQTS) and carbon emissions trading system (CETS) to cope with climate change. There is an urgent need for careful research on the synergy effects of EQTS and CETS to avoid conflicts between the systems and support scientific policymaking. Therefore, using a system dynamics model, this paper takes China's power sector as an example and studies the synergy effects of EQTS and CETS in quota allocation and compliance. The results show that the synergy mechanisms of the two systems can achieve synergy effects. (1) The quota allocation synergy mechanism can reasonably increase the production costs of thermal power manufacturers and promote energy conservation and emission reduction, with a maximum reduction of 2.9 % in energy consumption and carbon emissions compared to the benchmark scenario. (2) The quota allocation synergy mechanism avoids the excessive increase in compliance costs for thermal power manufacturers caused by the simultaneous implementation of the two systems of paid allocations, which seriously affects thermal power investment and generation, and drives up the electricity price. It also alleviates the negative impact of the EQTS on the carbon market performance. (3) The compliance synergy mechanism reduces the compliance cost of EQTS and CETS for thermal power manufacturers and increases thermal power generation. In addition, the simultaneous implementation of the quota allocation synergy and compliance synergy mechanisms of EQTS and CETS can also optimize the power supply structure and reduce the energy intensity and carbon emission intensity of the power sector.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49209,"journal":{"name":"Energy for Sustainable Development","volume":"87 ","pages":"Article 101733"},"PeriodicalIF":4.4,"publicationDate":"2025-04-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143824303","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Clean cooking transition in Ghana: Challenges, opportunities, and strategic pathways for sustainable development","authors":"Sylvester Mawusi ,&nbsp;Prabin Shrestha ,&nbsp;Daniel Nukpezah ,&nbsp;Francis Kemausuor","doi":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101727","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101727","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study evaluated the challenges and opportunities for clean household cooking transition in Ghana, aligning with Sustainable Development Goals of health, affordable clean energy and climate action. Through a mixed-methods approach integrating national statistics, policy analysis, and case studies, spatial and socioeconomic disparities in clean cooking access were evaluated to assess the role of cultural, financial, and infrastructural barriers. The findings show that despite government efforts like the Gyapa Improved Cookstove project and National Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) Program, only 31 % of Ghanaians have access to clean cooking. Affordability remains a challenge to clean cooking as low-income households spend 3.1 % of their income on LPG compared to 0.7 % on wood. Other barriers include fragmented supply chains, limited access to modern fuels, inadequate infrastructure, and sociocultural preferences. Regional disparities persist, with northern Ghana's average household income (USD 1287 - 2276) limiting access to modern fuels compared to southern regions (USD 2144 - 6425). Successful models from Rwanda (Inyenyeri pellet cookstoves) and Kenya (pay-as-you-go LPG) projects highlight scalable solutions. Context-specific strategies are proposed to accelerate clean cooking transition. These strategies include scaling financial mechanisms such as carbon credit programs and rental or leasing schemes to reduce the cost of clean cooking, establishing local manufacturing firms, and behavioral initiatives addressing cookstove stacking practices and driving long-term adoption of clean cooking technologies. Energy policy revisions and regulatory frameworks must prioritize renewable energy integration for off-grid communities and strengthen the monitoring of policies, including Ghana's Renewable Energy Master Plan. By addressing these challenges and leveraging emerging opportunities, Ghana can reduce household air pollution, mitigate deforestation, and ensure equitable clean cooking access to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. This study provides actionable insights and strategies for policymakers and stakeholders to accelerate clean cooking transitions, emphasizing the need for holistic, collaborative governance, financing innovation, and culturally tailored interventions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49209,"journal":{"name":"Energy for Sustainable Development","volume":"87 ","pages":"Article 101727"},"PeriodicalIF":4.4,"publicationDate":"2025-04-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143821116","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Hydropower-driven electric vehicle infrastructure in the Himalayan region: Integration dynamics and strategic SWOT analysis for sustainable transportation","authors":"Vedant Singh ,&nbsp;Harbansh Singh ,&nbsp;Tej Singh","doi":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101732","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.esd.2025.101732","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) holds major hydroelectric power potential which makes it an ideal domain for substantial renewable energy (RE) integration with electric vehicle (EV) systems in the transport sector. A conceptual model of hydroelectric vehicle integration for IHR uses smart grids with energy management systems (EMS) and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technologies to optimize power delivery while strengthening the network stability and minimizing expenses with dynamic load systems controlled by battery energy storage systems (BESS). The integration model provides solutions for the area's challenges like rugged terrain, scattered dwellings and power generation irregularity through distributed small-scale networks and multiple energy systems. Smooth energy integration depends on both policy incentives and hybrid grids as well as advanced charging systems which the study stresses as vital elements. A strategic SWOT analysis identifies key strengths, including energy security, job creation, and emission reduction, alongside weaknesses like infrastructure limitations and policy fragmentation, and threats from climate change and supply chain disruptions. This paper presents innovative policies for regional transportation system transformation through customized strategies developed from international insights addressed to policymakers, energy planners and investors.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":49209,"journal":{"name":"Energy for Sustainable Development","volume":"87 ","pages":"Article 101732"},"PeriodicalIF":4.4,"publicationDate":"2025-04-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143815988","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}