Abstract Development of renewable power generation systems (RPGSs) is continually
increasing worldwide with Germany, China, Japan, Italy and the USA are the leaders …

Fuel cell and renewable‐based poly‐generation plants (PGPs) are proven as advanced
technologies for multiple generation purposes. To limit the greenhouse gas emissions, an …

An integrated energy system interconnects multiple energies and presents a potential for
economics improvement and energy sustainability, which has attracted extensive attention …

The aim of the study presented in this paper is a framework offering an integrated energy
security assessment, based on different approaches. We consider a novel methodology as …

Sustainable design of distributed energy supply systems involves multiple aims. Therefore,
multi-objective optimization is the appropriate concept for sustainable design. However …

This paper presents a detailed mixed-integer linear optimization model for capacity-
expansion planning and unit commitment of a factory's distributed energy supply system …

The increasing penetration of wind and solar electricity becomes challenging for grid
operators. Interconnecting electrical and thermal networks through the Power-to-Heat …

Since design optimization faces the challenge of solving inherently large optimization
problems, the complexity of underlying dynamic systems is often reduced by applying quasi …

The increase in global energy demand and environmental concerns is calling for a shift
towards using renewable energy sources. Biomass is one of the renewable and carbon …

Selection of prime mover type was investigated for use in combined cooling, heat and power
systems. Selection was determined from comparison of performance criteria for economic …