Renewable energy sources are seen as potential alternatives for future energy generation
and fossil fuel consumption. In this paper, we propose a multicriteria decision making …

Energy production and supply are important challenges for civilisation. Renewable energy
sources present an increased share of the energy supply. Under these circumstances, small …

The electrification of current networks is developing to modernize and have a complete
smart structure. Rural network electrification as a special part of the power grid will play a …

This paper addresses the use of PID tuned by Particle Swarm Optimization for frequency
control in the hybrid power system. The proposed system composed of renewable sources …

This paper presents a microgrid project, named Basic Distributed Nodes (NoBaDis),
deployed in a stand-alone farm in Girona, Spain. NoBaDis is based on intensive use of …

Driven by technical, economic and environmental benefits for different stakeholders in the
power industry, the electric distribution system is currently undergoing a major paradigm …

This chapter explores the critical global issue of climate change, emphasising the need for
decarbonisation, especially in rural settings. It explores the concept of 'Smart Transitions' as …

Many countries consider utilizing renewable energy sources such as solar photovoltaic (PV),
wind, and biomass to boost their potential for more clean and sustainable development and …

The search of new alternatives for energy supply in island communities has always been a
challenge in scientific and social context. In order to attend these communities, in January …

Smart grid solutions offer a great potential to achieve a more efficient integration of
renewable energy in the distribution network. Numerous pilot projects have been launched …