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Fahad Bin Abdullah, Rizwan Iqbal, Sadique Ahmad, Mohammed A. El-Affendi, Maria Abdullah
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S. K. Saraswat, Abhijeet K. Digalwar
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(2021)
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Farzaneh Mohammadi, Gholamreza Nabi Bidhendi, Alireza Aslani
Summary: Energy-exporting countries face challenges in energy security and sustainability, with economic and technological issues being the main obstacles. Macroeconomic policies need to be changed to promote economic diversification and value-added growth.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
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F. Mujjuni, T. Betts, L. S. To, R. E. Blanchard
Summary: The concept of resilience is important in socio-technical disciplines due to increased dependency on engineered systems and their vulnerability to threats. Existing frameworks for assessing resilience in the energy sector are limited in demonstrating direct links to development, proposing narrow indicators, and complexity in real-world application. This study highlights the relevance of resilience as a necessity and outcome of development, proposing a framework for measuring resilience in the electricity supply industry.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Nguyen Van Song, Nguyen Thi Minh Phuong, Thai Thi Kim Oanh, Do Huy Chien, Vu Quang Phuc, Muhammad Mohsin
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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mohammed Chentouf, Mohamed Allouch
Summary: Energy security is a multi-dimensional concept that has traditionally focused on economic and technical dimensions, with less emphasis on social and environmental aspects. The Middle East and North Africa region is often overlooked in literature on energy security. This study establishes an Environmental Energy Security Index to evaluate energy security in the region, with results showing Yemen, Morocco, and Algeria performing well in terms of EESI scores.
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(2022)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Saleh Shadman, Marlia Mohd Hanafiah, Christina May May Chin, Eng Hwa Yap, Novita Sakundarini
Summary: This study aims to provide established knowledge of the multi-dimensional concept of energy security through engaging stakeholders and experts. Energy security policy implications have been suggested to address and mitigate energy security challenges. The thematic results discussed in this study have the potential to facilitate policymakers and energy analysts of countries with similar energy outlooks to design data-driven energy security policies.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Alma Yunuen Raya-Tapia, Brenda Cansino-Loeza, Xate Geraldine Sanchez-Zarco, Cesar Ramirez-Marquez, Mariano Martin, Jose Maria Ponce-Ortega
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SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION
(2023)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Joao Gabriel Lassio, Alessandra Magrini, David Castelo Branco
Summary: This study focuses on formulating a set of indicators to incorporate sustainability into the decision-making process concerning electricity generation in Brazil. Through a systematic review of scientific papers, a set of 28 indicators (including 18 environmental, 4 social, and 6 economic indicators) was established. The research shows that LCSA practitioners have encountered various levels of methodological and practical challenges in energy development, which is reflected in the number of environmental, social, and economic indicators collected from the overall sample.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ameen Sarhan, Vigna K. Ramachandaramurthy, Tiong Sieh Kiong, Janaka Ekanayake
Summary: Ensuring the security of electricity systems is crucial for future economic prosperity and energy security, leading to various research attempts on the topic. However, the wide concept of security and different methodologies make interpretation and implementation challenging. Studies mainly focus on definitions, dimensions, and modeling methodologies, emphasizing reliability and environmental sustainability.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2021)
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Tatiana Ponomarenko, Ekaterina Reshneva, Alexander Patricio Mosquera Urbano
Summary: In order to achieve sustainable development goals, it is necessary to address the problem of assessing and measuring energy sustainability performance. The existing energy sustainability index does not take into account factors such as economic development and energy mix, and this study aims to develop a new methodology that considers the specific features of developing countries in evaluating energy sustainability.
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Benjamin Schuetze, Hussam Hussein
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Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
H. Afshari, S. Agnihotri, C. Searcy, M. Y. Jaber
Summary: This paper addresses the lack of research on social sustainability indicators in the literature by investigating social sustainability indicators across various sectors, with a focus on their applicability to the energy sector. The findings highlight the importance of social sustainability indicators in energy supply chains, particularly in the production and demand stages. The paper also emphasizes the significance of internal stakeholders in achieving social sustainability. Furthermore, it identifies implementation challenges and proposes future research directions to promote awareness and progress towards sustainability.
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(2022)
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I Gunnarsdottir, B. Davidsdottir, E. Worrell, S. Sigurgeirsdottir
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Jesus Lizana, Vitor Manteigas, Ricardo Chacartegui, Joana Lage, Jose A. Becerra, Patrice Blondeau, Ricardo Rato, Filipe Silva, Ana R. Gamarra, Israel Herrera, Margarida Gomes, Amaia Fernandez, Celine Berthier, Karla Goncalves, Jose L. Alexandre, Marina Almeida-Silva, Susana Marta Almeida
Summary: Environmental empowering through measurable indicators is crucial for engaging citizens in adopting sustainable habits. The ClimACT methodology demonstrated promising results in improving environmental performance in schools, leading to measurable benefits and behavior changes towards a low-carbon economy. The methodology is open and adaptable to various sectors and needs, providing a structured approach for promoting sustainability.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
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Thermodynamics
Kapil Narula, B. Sudhakara Reddy
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Kapil Narula, B. Sudhakara Reddy, Shonali Pachauri, S. Mahendra Dev
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Economics
Kapil Narula, Yu Nagai, Shonali Pachauri
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
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RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2013)
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Thermodynamics
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
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Summary: This study investigates the role of renewable energy (RE) as a tool for energy security in Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The results show that RE can enhance SIDS' energy security and assure long-term energy sustainability. Additionally, with the reduction in battery costs, RE is expected to replace diesel generators and assist SIDS in achieving food security.
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K. Narula, C. Ploiner, G. Getzinger, M. K. Patel
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ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RENEWABLE ENERGY RESEARCH
(2015)
Proceedings Paper
Management
Kapil Narula
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON EMERGING ECONOMIES - PROSPECTS AND CHALLENGES (ICEE-2012)
(2012)
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Energy & Fuels
Kapil Narula
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE ENERGY
(2014)
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Thermodynamics
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Jing Gao, Chao Wang, Zhanwu Wang, Jin Lin, Runkai Zhang, Xin Wu, Guangyin Xu, Zhenfeng Wang
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Thermodynamics
Mert Temiz, Ibrahim Dincer
Summary: The current study presents a hybrid small modular nuclear reactor and solar-based system for sustainable communities, integrating floating and bifacial photovoltaic arrays with a small modular reactor. The system efficiently generates power, hydrogen, ammonia, freshwater, and heat for residential, agricultural, and aquaculture facilities. Thermodynamic analysis shows high energy and exergy efficiencies, as well as large-scale ammonia production meeting the needs of metropolitan areas. The hybridization of nuclear and solar technologies offers advantages of reliability, environmental friendliness, and cost efficiency compared to renewable-alone and fossil-based systems.
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Thermodynamics
Desheng Xu, Yanfeng Li, Tianmei Du, Hua Zhong, Youbo Huang, Lei Li, Xiangling Duanmu
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Thermodynamics
Zhang Ruan, Lianzhong Huang, Kai Wang, Ranqi Ma, Zhongyi Wang, Rui Zhang, Haoyang Zhao, Cong Wang
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Thermodynamics
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Thermodynamics
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Thermodynamics
Xinglan Hou, Xiuping Zhong, Shuaishuai Nie, Yafei Wang, Guigang Tu, Yingrui Ma, Kunyan Liu, Chen Chen
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Thermodynamics
Longxin Zhang, Songtao Wang, Site Hu
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Thermodynamics
Kristian Gjoka, Behzad Rismanchi, Robert H. Crawford
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Thermodynamics
Jianwei Li, Guotai Wang, Panpan Yang, Yongshuang Wen, Leian Zhang, Rujun Song, Chengwei Hou
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