Chang Sun , Lianyuan Feng , Yu Chen , Xiaolei Ju , Tianyi Zhao
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RE-generated electricity (solar/wind) and heat (solar-assisted air source heat pumps) demonstrate significant implementation potential, with electricity generation exhibiting superior greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction capacity. Integrated RE systems enhance solar utilization to 78 % and achieve GHG reductions to 60 %–92.69 %, while photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) systems show the lowest levelized cost with a better investment payback period (5.24 years). Five critical challenges emerge: (1) underdeveloped electricity storage solutions, (2) incomplete sustainability assessment frameworks, (3) insufficient supply-demand coordination, (4) high thermal energy storage (TES) costs coupled with relatively lower efficiency, and (5) the absence of customized optimization tools. In the future, strategic research priorities may include: multi-RE integration for regional DHW supply, which necessitates investigations to achieve a reasonable allocation of energy supply and consumption; performance enhancement through phase-change materials and next-generation technologies; the development of comprehensive evaluation metrics; software-embedded optimization algorithms; and water safety assurance protocols. 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Renewable energy for domestic hot water production: Advances, challenges, and future directions - A systematic review
This systematic review addresses the fragmented research landscape of renewable energy (RE) applications in domestic hot water (DHW) production by synthesizing progress, applications, and existing knowledge gaps. From 23,990 records across seven databases, 105 articles published between 2020 and May 2025 were screened and systematically analyzed. Results reveal that solar energy dominates both standalone (80.95 %) and hybrid systems, primarily in small-scale installations. Secondary contributors include air-source heat (3.81 %), CO2 (3.81 %), wastewater (2.86 %), hydrogen (1.90 %), and biomass (0.95 %). RE-generated electricity (solar/wind) and heat (solar-assisted air source heat pumps) demonstrate significant implementation potential, with electricity generation exhibiting superior greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction capacity. Integrated RE systems enhance solar utilization to 78 % and achieve GHG reductions to 60 %–92.69 %, while photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) systems show the lowest levelized cost with a better investment payback period (5.24 years). Five critical challenges emerge: (1) underdeveloped electricity storage solutions, (2) incomplete sustainability assessment frameworks, (3) insufficient supply-demand coordination, (4) high thermal energy storage (TES) costs coupled with relatively lower efficiency, and (5) the absence of customized optimization tools. In the future, strategic research priorities may include: multi-RE integration for regional DHW supply, which necessitates investigations to achieve a reasonable allocation of energy supply and consumption; performance enhancement through phase-change materials and next-generation technologies; the development of comprehensive evaluation metrics; software-embedded optimization algorithms; and water safety assurance protocols. This study provides a valuable reference and actionable guidance for accelerating RE adoption in DHW production.
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The mission of Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews is to disseminate the most compelling and pertinent critical insights in renewable and sustainable energy, fostering collaboration among the research community, private sector, and policy and decision makers. The journal aims to exchange challenges, solutions, innovative concepts, and technologies, contributing to sustainable development, the transition to a low-carbon future, and the attainment of emissions targets outlined by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews publishes a diverse range of content, including review papers, original research, case studies, and analyses of new technologies, all featuring a substantial review component such as critique, comparison, or analysis. Introducing a distinctive paper type, Expert Insights, the journal presents commissioned mini-reviews authored by field leaders, addressing topics of significant interest. Case studies undergo consideration only if they showcase the work's applicability to other regions or contribute valuable insights to the broader field of renewable and sustainable energy. Notably, a bibliographic or literature review lacking critical analysis is deemed unsuitable for publication.