This paper presents a systematic review to align current and future research in smart grids
(SG) and smart urban energy systems (SUES) and unify the diverse but fragmented …

Over the past few years, energy communities initiatives have gained traction in Europe as a
means to achieve energy transition goals, allowing citizen involvement in energy production …

Abstract The EU Renewable Energy Directive 2018/2001 (RED II) has unlocked the
participation of local citizens and authorities in collective renewable energy projects through …

Abstract The Renewable Energy Directive drives the European Countries to enhancement of
independent energy systems and self-consumption users such as Renewable Energy …

Inland areas are suffering from depopulation and a lack of services, with many citizens
deciding to move to the city. Smart cities require a decentralised and collective energy …

Although a clear definition of energy poverty has not been reported in the scientific literature
or in general energy directives, this condition affects about 10% of European people. During …

In recent times, there has been a significant shift from centralized energy systems to
decentralized ones. These systems aim to satisfy local energy needs using renewable …

Abstract The 2018/19 Clean Energy Package of the European Union introduced a wide
range of policy measures to further advance the Energy Transition, with one focus being low …

As the world becomes increasingly urbanized, the development of smart cities and the
deployment of IoT applications will play an essential role in addressing urban challenges …

The deployment of distributed and affordable renewable energy has led to the development
of the prosumer concept in the field of energy. To better understand its relevance and to …