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The challenges of sustainable energy transition: A focus on renewable energy

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M.Saleh, Hosam, I.Hassan, Amal·2024·Applied Chemical Engineering

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Energy is both a fundamental necessity and a driving force behind human activities. Throughout history, energy consumption has steadily risen, evolving from basic needs like food and fire for early humans to complex industrial and technological requirements today. Transitioning to a sustainable energy system requires a policy framework that empowers developing nations to promote green industries, diversify their sectors, and accelerate growth while addressing climate change and related challenges. In response to the urgent need for a global transition towards sustainable energy sources, this research explores the pivotal roles of technology, research, and policy in advancing renewable energy solutions. Motivated by the growing environmental challenges associated with conventional energy sources, the primary goal of this study is to shed light on the multifaceted strategies that facilitate the widespread adoption of renewable energy and contribute to mitigating climate change. Through an extensive analysis of renewable energy technologies, research contributions, and policy frameworks, this research uncovers critical insights. Our findings reveal how technological innovations have revolutionized renewable energy sources, making them more efficient, affordable, and scalable. Furthermore, research efforts have identified new opportunities and addressed technical challenges, while also assessing the environmental and societal impacts of renewable energy adoption. Crucially, this study underscores the indispensable role of policy in driving renewable energy transitions. Governments worldwide play a pivotal role in incentivizing renewable energy development through financial incentives, regulatory mandates, and research and development support. Moreover, these policies aim to promote energy efficiency, conservation, and equitable access to sustainable solutions. The results of this research emphasize that the transition to renewable energy is not only a viable solution to climate change but also an opportunity to create green jobs, enhance energy security, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The potential for a sustainable future powered by renewable energy is within reach, and this study serves as a guidepost for realizing this transformative vision.

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  • In community scale energy systems, fleets equipped with V2G chargers can support critical loads during grid outages, allowing for localized black start.

    “In community scale energy systems, such as university campuses or residential developments, fleets equipped with V2G chargers can support critical loads during grid outages, allowing for localized black start [94].”

    From Economic Impacts and Mitigation for the Grid Connected Electric Vehicle Charging: A Technical and Operational Overview (2026) · cites this paper as [94]

    Section 9 mentions electric vehicles and battery storage as parts of the energy transition, but does not address V2G-equipped fleets supplying critical loads or enabling a localized black start. Searches for those terms and for vehicle-to-grid backup power during outages found no passage supporting the claim; page numbers were not available in our copy. (LLM, conf=0.76)

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Authors
M.Saleh, H., & I.Hassan, A.
Venue
Applied Chemical Engineering
Published
2024-04-10
Volume
7
Issue
2
Pages
2084
ISSN
2578-2010 (ISSN-L)
OpenAlex
W4394688882
Cited by
240
References
131
Citations by year
2026: 150 · 2025: 85 · 2024: 5
FWCI
16.00
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
Locations
Applied Chemical Engineering (publishedVersion, cc-by)
Topics
  • Physical Sciences › Energy › Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment › Renewable Energy and Sustainability
  • Physical Sciences › Energy › Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment › Renewable energy and sustainable power systems
  • Physical Sciences › Energy › Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment › Energy and Environmental Sustainability
Keywords
sustainable energy transition, renewable energy, energy policy, climate change mitigation, renewable energy technologies, green jobs, energy security, greenhouse gas emissions reduction, energy efficiency, developing countries, financial incentives

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