Article
Development Studies
Stuti Haldar
Summary: In accordance with India's sustainable energy targets, the private sector plays a crucial role in promoting entrepreneurship in the renewable energy sector. Despite policy regulations aimed at promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in the RE industry, the profitability of RE entrepreneurs remains low.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
Article
Thermodynamics
Juan Esteban Martinez-Jaramillo, Ann van Ackere, Erik Larsen
Summary: Energy transitions towards green energy are happening worldwide due to concerns about climate change. However, managing the variability of renewable technologies like wind, solar, and hydro is challenging. This paper uses a system dynamics approach to understand how to regulate the Swiss electricity system, which is gradually replacing nuclear with solar generation, to successfully manage increasing demand and decreasing water resources. The study considers climate variability, demand-side management, and capacity auctions. The findings show that government intervention is needed to prevent shortages, reduce prices, and encourage investments in pumped hydro-storage.
Article
Environmental Studies
Joshua W. Busby, Sarang Shidore
Summary: India's states show variation in solar electricity performance, influenced by factors such as solar irradiance, distribution company health, coal costs, and land access. Surprisingly, political alignment with the central government is minimally relevant, with achievers having favorable combinations of factors and marginals associated with unfavorable conditions.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Economics
Basanta K. Pradhan, Joydeep Ghosh
Summary: This paper uses a Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) model to assess the effect of coal cess and technological progress on achieving a target of 40% electric power generation from non-fossil fuel based energy resources by 2030 in India. The study finds that endogenous technological change in renewables, along with the coal cess, can help achieve the low carbon target and bring economic gains. The coal cess can facilitate the shift towards a low carbon economy by reducing the relative prices of non-fossil fuel energy and providing finance for R&D in renewables. Advancements in carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology can also contribute to emission reduction at a lower economic cost. Thus, policy focus on R&D in energy technologies and carbon pricing is crucial for India's low carbon growth.
Article
Thermodynamics
Sourabh Kumar
Summary: This research aims to identify the key energy security criteria and indices for India. The energy security indices are determined through literature review and energy experts' opinions. The study explores five new perspectives on India's energy security, including energy flow risk, operational risk, financial risk, strategic risk, and environmental risk. The study employs an integrated methodology of hesitant fuzzy set and regret set theory to evaluate and select energy security indices. The findings suggest that the Indian Government should prioritize alternative fuel selection, geopolitical risk, and increasing strategic reservoir capacity. Additionally, long-term energy security in India requires policies focused on strategic risk, such as formulation of new fuel strategies, increasing strategic reservoir capacity, and diversifying energy sources.
Article
Thermodynamics
Juan Esteban Martinez-Jaramillo, Ann van Ackere, Erik R. Larsen
Summary: The study analyzed the transition process of Switzerland from nuclear towards solar and hydro base generation, proposing the use of a capacity auction mechanism to smooth the transition and mitigate the increase in electricity prices. Subsidizing PV indirectly encourages storage, thereby eliminating shortages during the transition process.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Runa R. Das, Mari Martiskainen, Lindsey M. Bertrand, Julie L. MacArthur
Summary: This paper examines initiatives that assisted energy poor and energy vulnerable households in Ontario, Canada during 2003-2018. It provides a conceptualization for energy poverty and vulnerability and discusses the history of Ontario's energy sector. The paper concludes that a more comprehensive approach is needed to address the underlying causes of energy poverty.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Anne Crowley-Vigneau, Yelena Kalyuzhnova, Natalya Ketenci
Summary: This paper examines the impact of political motivations on the decision to promote renewables in the energy mix. It finds that political factors, such as energy independence, play a significant role in shaping renewable energy policies. Using qualitative methods and comparative analysis, the paper identifies key factors behind the choice to develop and promote renewables in the European Union and Russia.
Article
Economics
Probal P. Ghosh
Summary: India heavily depends on imported crude for petroleum consumption, with diesel being a significant portion. Government subsidies and price controls aimed to reduce fiscal deficit, but the actual economic growth did not meet expectations.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Rajat Nainwal, Aniket Sharma
Summary: The unprecedented growth in the energy sector in recent decades has led to high carbon and greenhouse gas emissions, primarily due to population growth, industrialization, and urbanization. Buildings consume nearly 48% of the electricity worldwide, indicating the need for energy efficiency in the building sector. However, the development and implementation of energy regulations have been poor, resulting in limited effectiveness. This study examines the components and parameters of energy regulations for commercial buildings and compares them with energy consumption trends to determine their effectiveness. The findings highlight the importance of regulation components, performance audit, penalty provisions, and incentives for compliance. Additionally, the study identifies six indicators and 41 parameters responsible for energy efficiency in commercial buildings. Improving the stringency, enforcement, and compliance evaluation of existing regulations is recommended.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Joseph M. Kiesecker, Shivaprakash K. Nagaraju, James R. Oakleaf, Anthony Ortiz, Juan Lavista Ferres, Caleb Robinson, Srinivas Krishnaswamy, Raman Mehta, Rahul Dodhia, Jeffrey S. Evans, Michael Heiner, Pratiti Priyadarshini, Pooja Chandran, Kei Sochi
Summary: The significance of renewable energy in reducing emissions is widely recognized, but India faces challenges in land allocation for infrastructure construction. This study focuses on the land use change issues that need to be addressed to meet India's renewable energy targets and provides recommendations to mainstream land values and facilitate implementation.
Article
Economics
Sankhadeep Chakraborty, Prasoom Dwivedi, Sushanta K. Chatterjee, Rajesh Gupta
Summary: India's energy demand is expected to rise significantly by 2030, requiring more renewable energy sources to meet policy targets. The current renewable energy development plans have limitations, prompting the need for diversification with ocean energy. Studies emphasize the crucial role of policy in renewable energy development.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Nirvikar Singh
Summary: This paper reviews and evaluates India's energy policy in relation to its commitment to achieve the target of net-zero carbon emissions by 2070. It emphasizes the importance of green electrification, specifically through the expansion of solar power capacity. The paper also discusses policy options for advancing the target date to 2050 and examines the potential financial and growth implications.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nadia Ameli, Sumit Kothari, Michael Grubb
Summary: Disclosure of climate risk in investments may lead to divestment from high-carbon assets, but mobilizing finance requires more than just transparency. While the financial sector's response to climate change pressures has focused on disclosure, achieving climate goals will also require research and support from public policy.
NATURE CLIMATE CHANGE
(2021)
Article
Economics
Jelle Meus, Sarah De Vits, Nele S'heeren, Erik Delarue, Stef Proost
Summary: This study provides an overview of renewable subsidy schemes focusing on their impact in a uniformly-priced market zone. Different support instruments, including feed-in tariffs, sliding feed-in premiums, fixed feed-in premiums, investment-based subsidies, and capacity-based subsidies, are analyzed using a German case study. The research shows that investment- and capacity-based subsidies are not equivalent, and sliding feed-in premiums can be a viable alternative to fixed premiums in mitigating investment risks.
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Mazin Abed Mohammed, Mahmood Jamal Abdulhasan, Nallapaneni Manoj Kumar, Karrar Hameed Abdulkareem, Salama A. Mostafa, Mashael S. Maashi, Layth Salman Khalid, Hayder Saadoon Abdulaali, Shauhrat S. Chopra
Summary: This research proposes a digital model for waste classification in smart cities using artificial neural networks and feature fusion techniques. The model achieves an accuracy of 91.7% in automatically classifying waste types based on recycling requirements, improving waste sorting services and recycling decisions.
MULTIMEDIA TOOLS AND APPLICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Satish Kumar Yadav, Nallapaneni Manoj Kumar, Usha Bajpai
Summary: This paper analyzes the economics of a grid-interactive rooftop solar photovoltaic system and the impact of temperature on it. The study examines energy metrics, lifecycle costing, and environmental economics, considering a 30-year lifespan for the PV system. The results show a reduction in overall economic performance as module temperature increases.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Sarif Patwary, Md Ariful Haque, Jehad A. Kharraz, Noman Khalid Khanzada, Muhammad Usman Farid, Nallapaneni Manoj Kumar
Summary: The apparel consumer has a significant role in promoting sustainable practices in the clothing industry, but it is important to determine whether they are aware of the knowledge required for eco-conscious behavior. This study aims to examine clothing acquisition, maintenance, and disposal behavior through a circular economy lens and provide guidelines for consumers to engage in mindful clothing consumption. By understanding the current norms and evaluating the circular-driven behavior, sustainable approaches can be identified. The findings of this study could serve as new guidelines for consumers and other stakeholders in the apparel supply chain.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Sujon Mia, Amit Kumer Podder, Nallapaneni Manoj Kumar, Ankit Bhatt, Krishna Kumar
Summary: This paper proposes an optimum and sustainable solution for simultaneous load-sharing problems in a hybrid power supply system (HPSS) through dynamic programming and internet of things (IoT) concepts. It also resolves the critical condition of absence of power sources and/or lack of both sources, and reduces grid energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions through IoT integration.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Puranjan Mishra, Tao Hai, Jasni Mohamad Zain, Karuna Saini, Nallapaneni Manoj Kumar, Zularisam Ab Wahid
Summary: This study investigates the potential of biological hydrogen production through co-digestion of domestic kitchen food waste and palm oil mill effluent. The results show that hydrogen production is pH and temperature-dependent, with an increase in pH and temperature leading to higher productivity. The co-digestion of these wastes also results in a significant reduction in chemical oxygen demand (COD).
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Benyoh Emmanuel Kigha Nsafon, Noel Ngando Same, Abdulfatai Olatunji Yakub, Deepak Chaulagain, Nallapaneni Manoj Kumar, Jeung-Soo Huh
Summary: Despite low local energy access rates, Africa's large supply of fossil fuels and critical minerals make it a key player in the global energy transition. However, a just and inclusive energy transition is necessary to ensure no one is left behind. Many clean energy projects in Africa have implications that could harm vulnerable communities. This paper explores policy implications for a just transition, supporting poverty reduction and economic growth while addressing climate change challenges.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Hardware & Architecture
Mahima Sivakumar, S. Jeba Priya, S. Thomas George, M. S. P. Subathra, Rajasundrapandiyan Leebanon, Nallapaneni Manoj Kumar
Summary: This paper integrates variational mode decomposition (VMD) and discrete wavelet transform (DWT) with deep learning (DL) and machine learning (ML) algorithms to develop nine novel ensemble models for solar radiation forecasting. The DL-based VMD integration shows more promising results compared to DWT integration. Among the nine models, the VMD-integrated GRU model achieves the best performance for all tested Indian cities with RMSE (0.82-1.22), MAE (0.54-1.02), and R2 (0.83-0.93). Overall, this study contributes to more effective solar radiation forecasting in Indian cities using advanced ML and DL algorithms, with potential applications worldwide.
COMPUTERS & ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Renuka Loka, Alivelu M. Parimi, S. T. P. Srinivas, Nallapaneni Manoj Kumar
Summary: This paper introduces a blockchain-assisted frequency regulation mechanism for achieving resiliency and robustness in a renewable-based hybrid power system. The system is powered by multiple sources, including wind turbine generators, hydrogen fuel cells with aqua electrolyzer, diesel engine generators, and battery energy storage systems. The proposed framework-driven methodology, implemented using a Blockchain network developed in Python, demonstrates its effectiveness in establishing a synergistic operative framework for the resilient and robust operation of the hybrid energy system with multiple sources, even in the event of uncertainties.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Nallapaneni Manoj Kumar, Shauhrat S. Chopra
Summary: Grape farms in India face climate risks and sustainability challenges, but a novel Grapevoltaics farm design proposes resource sharing between grape farmers and solar plant operators to support resilience and sustainability. Blockchain-enabled Grapevoltaics (BCeDGVs) with smart contracts are used to enhance stakeholder engagement. The results show the potential for electricity generation, grape yields, rainwater harvest, and economic benefits, indicating the promotion of low carbon and climate resilient grape cultivation in India. The study also suggests integration with the Government of India's GrapeNet platform.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Shivam Kumar Yadav, Nidhi Mishra, Bhim Singh, P. Sanjeevikumar, Frede Blaabjerg, Massimo Mitolo
Summary: A new multiobjective minimal-drift maximum power point tracking (MOMD-MPPT) technique is proposed for extracting maximum power from a single photovoltaic (PV) array connected to a multilevel converter (MLC). The technique addresses the voltage drift issue commonly associated with conventional MPPT techniques by using a new multiobjective solution. The technique utilizes a new swarm optimization algorithm (NSOA) that combines swarm intelligence and pressure gradient force to achieve minimal drift in the solar MLC. Comparative analysis with well-known MPPT algorithms and experimental validation demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed MOMD-MPPT technique in improving the system performance in dynamic solar conditions.
IEEE JOURNAL OF EMERGING AND SELECTED TOPICS IN POWER ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Review
Computer Science, Information Systems
Chinna Alluraiah Nallolla, P. Vijayapriya, Dhanamjayulu Chittathuru, Sanjeevikumar Padmanaban
Summary: Optimization methods were proposed to address the intermittent nature of renewable energy sources in a hybrid microgrid system. The system included a combination of solar photovoltaic, wind turbine, battery storage, converter, and diesel generator. Multi-objective optimization algorithms were utilized to determine the optimal design considering factors such as energy cost, net present cost, operating cost, carbon emissions, and renewable fraction. Several evolutionary algorithms, such as grey wolf optimizer and particle swarm optimization, were employed for sizing optimization.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Polamarasetty P. Kumar, Akhlaqur Rahman, Ramakrishna S. S. Nuvvula, Ilhami Colak, S. M. Muyeen, Sk. A. Shezan, G. M. Shafiullah, Md. Fatin Ishraque, Md. Alamgir Hossain, Faisal Alsaif, Rajvikram Madurai Elavarasan
Summary: The current study investigates the feasibility of providing electricity to off-grid villages in Odisha, India, using renewable energy resources. However, ensuring a continuous electricity supply to these areas is highly unlikely due to the intermittent nature of renewable energy sources. To address this issue, three battery technologies have been incorporated, and various demand side management (DSM) techniques have been evaluated. Metaheuristic algorithms have been applied to assess the efficiency of the off-grid system, and the results show promising potential. Energy-conservation-based DSM is identified as the ideal option for the study area, with the salp swarm algorithm demonstrating the best performance among the tested algorithms.
Review
Computer Science, Information Systems
Pawan Kumar Pathak, Debasmita Ghosh Roy, Anil Kumar Yadav, Sanjeevikumar Padmanaban, Frede Blaabjerg, Baseem Khan
Summary: One critical emerging branch of solar technology is photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) systems, which combine solar collectors and solar photovoltaic panels into a unit to produce heat and electricity. The conversion efficiency (η) of solar panels is reduced due to the elevated temperature of solar cells, but PV/T systems aim to minimize the temperature and enhance electricity production. This study reviews cooling media, such as air, fluids, and phase change materials, for PV/T systems and provides recommendations for future implementations.
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Monireh Ahmadi, Samaneh Rastgoo, Zahra Mahdavi, Morteza Azimi Nasab, Mohammad Zand, Padmanaban Sanjeevikumar, Baseem Khan
Summary: This paper studies the optimal allocation problem of Electric Vehicles Parking Lots and Distributed Generation in micro-grid, considering technical and economic factors for a realistic solution. The impact of FACTS devices on the network's technical and economic parameters is investigated, along with optimizing the charging and discharging of storage devices and injective power for better energy management. A two-stage optimization method is used to design the optimal number of distributed renewable energy, storage, FACTS equipment, and parking lots with different numbers of electric vehicles. The simulation on the standard IEEE 33 bus demonstrates the improvement of network's technical parameters through determining the optimal power factor of parking lots during vehicle unloading.
JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING-JOE
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
G. V. Brahmendra Kumar, K. Palanisamy, P. Sanjeevikumar, S. M. Muyeen
Summary: Cloud changes can lead to irradiation variations, causing power fluctuations in large PV plants. Energy storage systems (ESSs) with control algorithms are commonly used to mitigate power fluctuations. However, there is a lack of performance comparisons among different methods, especially in battery status and operation with various smoothing methods. This study analyzes ramp-rate and step-rate control methods for smoothing solar PV fluctuations in a DC microgrid environment, using a combined battery-super capacitor coordinated system to improve performance.
