by Gilbert Ahamer

Received: 07 December 2023;  Published: 13 May 2024;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2402011

The present need for an energy transition in the wake of a global climate catastrophe led to the “EU green deal” which requires a transition of the energy system in all countries. This study aimis survey aims to identify strategies within such an energy transition based on global trend analyses and reports on available technologies for implementation. Based on a literature analysis of over 300 pieces (of feasibility studies and technology implementation reports with a focus on Central Europe) and a statistical anal [...]

by Jesse Tanko Zarmai  , Isaac Ibitoye Alabi  , Ebimene Ezekiel Ebisine  , Musa Tanko Zarmai  and Ovis D. Irefu

Received: 26 September 2023;  Published: 03 April 2024;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2402010

Inadequate electricity supply is a global challenge that needs solutions. This situation has compelled the purchasing of fossil fuel-generating units for use in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors to generate electricity. However, using fossil fuel generating units cause greenhouse gas emissions, bringing about environmental pollution and ultimately resulting in climate change. In particular, educational institutions require adequate and reliable power supply to ensure proper learning and teaching, whic [...]

by Peter Jones  and Martin Wynn

Received: 17 February 2024;  Published: 01 April 2024;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2402009

The purpose of this article is to examine the approach to waste management of local authorities in England, to investigate their strategic objectives, and to ascertain to what extent sustainability and circular economy practices are in evidence in this context. A qualitative, inductive research method is used, based on an examination of secondary documentation in three local authorities in England in Birmingham, Bristol and Newcastle upon Tyne. The findings reveal considerable common ground within the three authori [...]

by Carsten Croonenbroeck  and David Hennecke

Received: 06 February 2024;  Published: 15 March 2024;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2401008

We address the Wind Farm Layout Optimization (WFLO) problem and tackle the optimal placement of several turbines within a specific (wind farm) area by incorporating additional aspects of an economically driven target function. With this, we contribute three refinements for WFLO research: First, while many research contributions optimize the turbines’ locations subject to maximum energy production or energy efficiency, we instead pursue a strategy of maximizing a profit objective. This enables us to incorporate inne [...]

by Jose Benavides  , Pushpesh Sharma  , Ahmed Al Saedi  and Shah Kabir

Received: 20 November 2023;  Published: 21 February 2024;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2401007

This article outlines an innovative approach to explore thermal energy extraction for power generation or industrial hot water applications. Unlike traditional steady-state models, this approach embraces time-variant scenarios, explicitly incorporating a cyclical fluid circulation strategy to maintain a stable surface fluid temperature or power output. By introducing an increasing and decreasing stepwise rate sequence and an intermittent circulation strategy, the method aims to optimize efficiency in response to va [...]

by Gerasimos Rigatos  , Pierluigi Siano  , Mohammed Numay  , Masoud Abbaszadeh  and Gennaro Cuccurullo

Received: 16 September 2023;  Published: 21 February 2024;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2401006

This article aims to treat the nonlinear control problem for the complex dynamics of a wave energy unit (WEC) that consists of a Permanent Magnet Linear Synchronous Generator (PMLSG) and a Voltage Source Converter (VSC). The article has developed a globally stable nonlinear optimal control method for this wave power generation unit. The new method avoids complicated state-space model transformations and minimizes the energy dispersion by the control loop. A novel nonlinear optimal control method is proposed for the [...]

by Dimitrios N. Konispoliatis

Received: 09 December 2023;  Published: 07 February 2024;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2401005

The main challenge in designing offshore renewable energy structures is to ensure their structural integrity on a life cycle basis while operating in harsh environments and, in parallel, being financially competitive and environmentally friendly concerning other types of energy systems. The Oscillating Water Column (OWC) converters are among the first energy converters to be developed and deployed into the sea due to their relative simplicity of operation and relatively small number of moving parts. This review pro [...]

by Ashraf Zaghwan  , Yousef Amer  , Mahmoud Efatmaneshnik  and Nagi Abdussamie

Received: 24 July 2023;  Published: 06 February 2024;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2401004

The economic impact of energy loss stemming from end-user electricity consumption is a significant concern, with historical trends revealing escalating costs. Effectively managing both peak and off-peak demands remains a formidable challenge due to the unpredictable nature of consumer behaviors, leading to energy wastage. This study delves into the nexus of demand uncertainty, financial repercussions, and potential strategies to mitigate energy losses in the evolving landscape of electricity consumption.that causes [...]

by Mohammad Forhad  , Mehedi Hasan Shakil  , Md.Rashidul Islam  , Md Shafiullah  and Muhammed Y. Worku

Received: 20 June 2023;  Published: 30 January 2024;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2401003

The prolonged presence of low-frequency oscillation (LFO) in power system networks (PSN) poses a significant threat to their stability. Hence, engineers and researchers have continuously developed effective strategies to mitigate the issue and enhance the stability of the PSN. This article proposes a new approach using the African Vultures Optimization Algorithm (AVOA) to design robust Power System Stabilizers (PSS) and enhance the LFO damping in multi-machine networks. The damping ratio-based objective function mi [...]

by Vincent Anayochukwu Ani

Received: 06 August 2023;  Published: 24 January 2024;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2401002

Energy is a prerequisite to running health facilities and is, therefore, key to the success of the service. Karshi primary healthcare centre (PHC) facility is confronted with an unreliable power supply that leads to a high cost of generating power from diesel to operate its equipment. This facility needs a sustainable and reliable electricity supply and therefore a change in their energy system to enable it improve its quality of healthcare delivery services. A solar energy-based electricity generation system that [...]