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Renewable Energy Research and Applications (RERA) is a blind peer-review journal. This international journal covers all related fields to renewable energy engineering including power production, distribution, storage, and utilization. In addition to engineering applications of renewable energy, related researches in the fields of environment, society, economy, and policy are enveloped in the scope of the RERA. Herein, we are eager to receive and publish original research papers, review papers, technical reports, and short communications which could be stimulating for mechanical, electrical and chemical engineers, as well as energy- environment scientists that are not presented, submitted or published in any other national or international journals or conferences. RERA is going to publish two volumes in a year. Publishing in RERA gives you this opportunity:

  • Fast-publication period after the peer-review process
  • Accepted manuscripts will be available On-line as fast as possible before preparation of hard-copy versions.  

The following items compromise the major scopes of RERA:

  • Biofuels and biomass energy
  • Geothermal energy
  • Hydropower (conventional hydroelectricity, tidal and wave power)
  • Solar energy (thermal and photovoltaic)
  • Wind power

In addition to original research studies, the Renewable Energy Research and Applications encourages researchers to submit their review article which investigates avant-garde topics, determinates emerging and post emerging movements, and recommends future guidelines for developing subjects.

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RERA respect all aspects of publication ethics of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). COPE is a forum for editors and publishers of peer reviewed journals to discuss all aspects of publication ethics. COPE provides advice to editors and publishers on all aspects of publication ethics and, in particular, how to handle cases of research and publication misconduct. COPE does not investigate individual cases but encourages editors to ensure that cases are investigated by the appropriate authorities (usually a research institution or employer).

RERA has no publication charges and no submission fees.

 

 

Original Article Electricity Generation by Green Energy Sources
Stand-alone Solar Photo-voltaic Systems for Off-grid Electrification

Melkior Urbanus; Ghaeth Fandi; Erick Mgaya; Zdenek Muller; Josef Tlusty

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 1-9

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13015.1218

Abstract
  Electric energy is necessary to meet the daily needs of the population, as it is used in cooking, heating, irrigation, lighting and others. There are many residential areas far from the public electricity network, hence the importance of solar energy in meeting the needs of these residents. This paper ...  Read More

Original Article Solar Thermal Engineering
Assessment of Solar Energy Availability and its Potential Applications in NEOM Region

Zaid Aljohani; Abdulkarim Asiri; Salem Al-Awlaqi; Turki Aljohani; Hossam AbdelMeguid

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 11-19

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12674.1201

Abstract
  NEOM is a proposed megacity and business zone in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). It was announced in 2017 by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman with the goal of creating a hub for innovation and a hub for the future of living. NEOM is planned to cover an area of over 26,500 square miles and will include ...  Read More

Original Article Photovoltaic Systems
New Empirical Models for Estimation of Diffuse Radiation using Satellite Data

Mustafa Arslan; Mehmet Cunkas

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 21-33

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12439.1183

Abstract
  Diffuse radiation is used in photovoltaic systems and other energy applications. Since global radiation is measured by local meteorological stations, it is possible to reach these radiation data. However, diffuse radiation is not usually measured, so it is not possible to obtain regular data on diffuse ...  Read More

Original Article Fuel Cells
Optimization of Tapering Angle of Flow Channels of Pemfuel Cell: A Numerical Study

Amarnath Gundalabhagavan; Veeresh Babu Alur; Kshitij Bhosale

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 35-44

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12517.1193

Abstract
  Proton Exchange Membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) are essential for the efficient operation of hydrogen-powered automobiles. To improve their performance, researchers have proposed tapered flow channels as a possible solution. However, determining the optimal value for the tapering has not been explored in ...  Read More

Review Paper Biomass Energy Sources
Ethanol Blending in Petrol: Current Status and Prospects in India

Madhurjya Saikia; Pranjal Sarmah; Rupam Deka; Dipankar Das

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 45-49

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12885.1208

Abstract
  India has experienced rapid industrialization, propelling it to be the world's 3rd largest energy consumer. Among the sectors driving this energy consumption, the transportation industry plays a significant role. In the fiscal year 2022-23, India witnessed a surge in petroleum consumption, reaching a ...  Read More

Original Article Desalinations Systems with Renewable Energies
Assessment of Appropriate Renewable Energy Resources for India using Entropy and WASPAS Techniques

Pankaj PRASAD Dwivedi; Dilip KUMAR Sharma

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 51-61

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12960.1215

Abstract
  Energy, a necessary component of the invention, has negative externalities on the health of humans and the environment due to its production and use, which hinders national growth. For this reason, countries should act with two main motivations when choosing energy sources. The first should be economic ...  Read More

Original Article Photovoltaic Systems
Economic Control of Solar Photo-Voltaic Generation System using Efficient Scheme of Novel One Cycle Modulator for Direct Current Supply

Mohammed Zaid Khan; Seema Agrawal

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 63-72

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12715.1202

Abstract
  This paper considers the context of renewable energy generation for a photo voltaic solar generating system with a non-linear load using one cycle controller with a motor across terminals. The paper finds a comparative study of the pulse width modulator with one cycle controller, which analyses both ...  Read More

Original Article Photovoltaic Systems
GHG Emission Reduction Analysis Regarding Financial Viability of Grid-connected PV Solar System

Faridul Islam; Md. Mominul Islam

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 73-81

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12775.1204

Abstract
  Sustainable Development Goal 13 is an activity committed with the intention of stabilizing greenhouse gas (GHG) levels in the environment to stop potentially harmful human meddling with the climate system. GHG are released into the environment from various non-renewable energy sources of power generation ...  Read More

Original Article Solar Thermal Engineering
Design, Fabrication, and Performance Evaluation of Four-reflector Solar Baking Oven

Mohammed Gwani; Abdullahi Bello Umar; Abubakar Gado Abubakar

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 82-92

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12930.1219

Abstract
  Traditional cooking methods using fuel woods can pose very serious challenges of local and regional air pollution and land degradation. These methods are inefficient, unsustainable and have serious implications to the environment. To overcome these challenges, a novel four reflectors solar baking oven ...  Read More

Original Article Solar Thermal Engineering
Numerical Investigation of Effect of Fin Geometry on Melting Process of Phase Change Material in an Evacuated Tube Solar Collector

Seyed Younes Afshoon; Rouzbeh Shafaghat; Mofid Gorji Bandpy

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 93-106

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12861.1207

Abstract
  This paper investigates the melting behavior of phase-change material (PCM) in an evacuated tube solar collector. The outer tube was made of borosilicate glass with a diameter of 60 mm, and the inner tube was made of copper with a diameter of 10 mm and length of 1500 mm. The heat transfer problem in ...  Read More

Original Article Systems with Low Energy Consumption
Effects of Window and Light Shelve Configurations on Energy Consumption and Daylight Illuminance in Classrooms

Ahmadreza Keshtkar Ghalati; Mahdieh Ahmadian

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 107-119

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12563.1194

Abstract
  Light shelves not only create shade but also improve the uniformity of daylight. In addition to saving energy, they can improve the lighting quality of a space. This research aims to position light shelves and deep windows to enhance energy efficiency and daylight illuminance in classrooms in Abadan ...  Read More

Original Article Electricity Generation by Green Energy Sources
3E (Energy-Economical-Environmental) Analysis for Electrical Energy Production with a Sustainable Development Approach

Reza Alayi; Salam ollah Mohammadi-Aylar

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, Pages 121-129

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12406.1179

Abstract
  Today, policymakers are aware of the substantial advantages of renewable energies. From the point of view of national and regional decision-makers, the first priority of preparing a com-prehensive energy plan and the second priority of determining the share of renewable energy in the total energy production ...  Read More

Photovoltaic Systems
Economic Control of Solar Photo-Voltaic Generation System using Efficient Scheme of Novel One Cycle Modulator for Direct Current Supply

Mohammed Zaid Khan; Seema Agrawal

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, , Pages 63-72

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12715.1202

Abstract
  This paper considers the context of renewable energy generation for a photo voltaic solar generating system with a non-linear load using one cycle controller with a motor across terminals. The paper finds a comparative study of the pulse width modulator with one cycle controller, which analyses both ...  Read More

Solar Thermal Engineering
Assessment of Solar Energy Availability and its Potential Applications in NEOM Region

Zaid Aljohani; Abdulkarim Asiri; Salem Al-Awlaqi; Turki Aljohani; Hossam AbdelMeguid

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, , Pages 11-19

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12674.1201

Abstract
  NEOM is a proposed megacity and business zone in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). It was announced in 2017 by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman with the goal of creating a hub for innovation and a hub for the future of living. NEOM is planned to cover an area of over 26,500 square miles and will include ...  Read More

Electricity Generation by Green Energy Sources
Stand-alone Solar Photo-voltaic Systems for Off-grid Electrification

Melkior Urbanus; Ghaeth Fandi; Erick Mgaya; Zdenek Muller; Josef Tlusty

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, , Pages 1-9

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13015.1218

Abstract
  Electric energy is necessary to meet the daily needs of the population, as it is used in cooking, heating, irrigation, lighting and others. There are many residential areas far from the public electricity network, hence the importance of solar energy in meeting the needs of these residents. This paper ...  Read More

Biomass Energy Sources
Ethanol Blending in Petrol: Current Status and Prospects in India

Madhurjya Saikia; Pranjal Sarmah; Rupam Deka; Dipankar Das

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, , Pages 45-49

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12885.1208

Abstract
  India has experienced rapid industrialization, propelling it to be the world's 3rd largest energy consumer. Among the sectors driving this energy consumption, the transportation industry plays a significant role. In the fiscal year 2022-23, India witnessed a surge in petroleum consumption, reaching a ...  Read More

Photovoltaic Systems
GHG Emission Reduction Analysis Regarding Financial Viability of Grid-connected PV Solar System

Faridul Islam; Md. Mominul Islam

Volume 5, Issue 1 , January 2024, , Pages 73-81

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12775.1204

Abstract
  Sustainable Development Goal 13 is an activity committed with the intention of stabilizing greenhouse gas (GHG) levels in the environment to stop potentially harmful human meddling with the climate system. GHG are released into the environment from various non-renewable energy sources of power generation ...  Read More

Original Article Solar Thermal Engineering
An experimental study to evaluate the performance of an HDH water desalination system with a thermoelectric condenser

Mahdi Rezaei Rad; Rouzbeh Shafaghat; Amirhossein Aghajani afghan; Behrad Alizadeh Kharkeshi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 11 March 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12548.1191

Abstract
  This experimental study introduces a solar humidifier-dehumidifier desalination model as a type of open-air-open water (OAOW) system; also, a new condenser with thermoelectric modules is applied in the dehumidifier unit. The experimental tests were done by considering climate conditions in the north ...  Read More

Original Article
Performance assessment and supply energy planning in Iranian wind power plants

Mojtaba Ghiyasi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 14 March 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12417.1181

Abstract
  Data envelopment analysis (DEA) is a mathematical programming approach for the performance basement of the production units from a production economic view. In this paper, we analyze the performance of Iranian wind power plants (IWPP) using DEA. In the second phase of the study, we utilize the inverse ...  Read More

Original Article Biomass Energy Sources
Performance Evaluation of a Thermal Barrier-Coated CI Engine using Waste Oil Biodiesel Blends

G PRAVEEN KUMAR YADAV; DIN BANDHU; K.JAYASIMHA REDDY; R. Meenakshi Reddy; Chadaram Srinivasu; Ganesh Babu Katam

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 22 August 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12828.1206

Abstract
  Recycling plastics into energy sources is the most promising method for cutting down on pollution and trash. In this regard, predictions of adiabatic engines using pistons with thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) were made to reduce in-cylinder heat rejection, safeguard the underlying metallic surfaces from ...  Read More

Original Article Photovoltaic Systems
A New Global Maximum Power Point algorithm for dynamic shading patterns of Partial Shading

Pankaj Verma; Bharat Gangal; Gaurav Jain; Ravi Hada

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 22 August 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12408.1180

Abstract
  Most of the partial shading maximum power point tracking methods have been designed for the static shading pattern of the partial shading conditions, however, the irradiance pattern may change further when in partial shading mode. Therefore, to cover this research gap, a global maximum power point control ...  Read More

Review Paper Biomass Energy Sources
A review of the challenges to the adoption of biodiesel as a diesel substitute in India

Madhurjya Saikia; Pranjal Sarmah; Partha P Borthakur

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 24 August 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13161.1222

Abstract
  Biodiesel, derived from biomass, offers significant environmental advantages by reducing CO2 and CO emissions and promoting energy self-sufficiency. Currently, biodiesel remains limited to DG sets used by a small number of farmers in India, with minimal adoption in the transportation sector. Numerous ...  Read More

Original Article Applications of Machine Learning Algorithms in Renewable Energies
LSTM and XGBoost models for 24-hour photovoltaic power forecasting from direct irradiation data

Kossoko Babatoundé Audace DIDAVI; Richard Gilles AGBOKPANZO; Bienvenu Macaire AGBOMAHENA

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 16 September 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12880.1209

Abstract
  In this work, the photovoltaic power forecast for the next 24 hours by combining a time series forecasting model (LSTM) and a regression model (XGBoost) from direct irradiation only is performed. Several meteorological parameters such as irradiance, ambient temperature, wind speed, relative humidity, ...  Read More

Original Article Fuel Cells
A Comparative Investigation of L-Serpentine and Single Serpentine Flow Fields Efficiency in Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells Using Computational Fluid Dynamics

Amarnath Gundalabhagavan; Veeresh Babu Alur; Ganesh Babu Katam; Kshitij Bhosale

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 20 September 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12943.1213

Abstract
  Fuel cells have been identified as a promising technology to meet future electric power requirements. Out of various fuel cells, Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFC) has been staged up as they can operate at low temperatures and also have high power density. In this article, the flow field design ...  Read More

Original Article Biomass Energy Sources
Assessment and Biogas production from leftover food in the main campus of Ambo University in a batch anaerobic digestion.

Asefa Keneni Negassa; addisu turura

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 24 September 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.12652.1200

Abstract
  The objective of this study was to assess and evaluate the biogas yield of food wastes generated from the main campus of Ambo University's student cafeteria in a batch anaerobic digestion. Food waste from preprocessing and leftover from the student cafeteria were collected and measured. Standard ...  Read More

Original Article Desalinations Systems with Renewable Energies
Simulation of a Low-capacity Solar MSF Desalination Unit for a Steam Power Plant by Thermoflow Software

Neda Mehtari; Mostafa Kahani; Mohammad Zamen

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 24 September 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13347.1231

Abstract
  The current research focuses on the utilization of three waste water streams from a power plant located in southwestern Iran for desalination purposes and to prevent the waste of heat from the boiler blowdown stream while reducing carbon dioxide emissions by preheating the cooling water. Three different ...  Read More

Original Article Energy Policy
Development of a new method in exergy analysis of a CSP plant

Moslem Akbari Vakilabadi; Sadegh Nikbakht Naserabad; Alireza Binesh

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 05 October 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13426.1239

Abstract
  In this paper, it is determined exactly how much of the loss of exergy in a specify component is concerning the own component and how much of the exergy loss is due to the effects of the rest of the components on that component. In this new method of exergy analysis, at first, the exergy loss in a component ...  Read More

Original Article Electricity Generation by Green Energy Sources
The Potential of Accelerated Integration of Solar Electrification in Kenya’s Energy Systems

cedric okinda; Dominic Samoita; Charles Nzila

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 05 October 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13298.1229

Abstract
  The global electricity demand is rapidly growing due to population increase and industrialization. However, the reliance on fossil fuels and other non-renewable energy resources has resulted in climate change and other unsustainability-related issues. This study aims to determine the significant penetration ...  Read More

Other Wind Energy
Wind energy potential assessment in Douala Airport, and identification of favorable areas in the vicinity

Cyrille Rodrigue ENONE ELLAH; Alban Fabrice Lionel Epée; Judith Francisca Ngbara Touafio; Cyrille Mezoue Adiang; Ruben Martin Mouangue

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 06 October 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13304.1227

Abstract
  This study aims to identify a favorable area for wind energy exploitation in the Littoral region of Cameroon. The study used data collected by the meteorological service at Douala International Airport. A probabilistic method based on the Weibull distribution with two parameters was used to assess the ...  Read More

Original Article Biomass Energy Sources
Predicting the performance characteristics of an engine fueled by algal biodiesel-diesel using response surface methodology

Mohammad Khoobbakht; Mohsen Soleymani; Kamran Kheiralipour; Mahmoud Karimi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 12 October 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13512.1244

Abstract
  The effect of biodiesel percentage in biodiesel-diesel blends on the engine under different engine operation conditions must be predicted to achieve high performance. The goal of the present paper was to model brake power, brake torque, thermal efficiency, and specific fuel consumption of a diesel engine ...  Read More

Original Article Solar Thermal Engineering
Energy Management for a Random Outage Grid-tied Hybrid Photovoltaic Solar-Thermal Energy System for health centre applications

Selfa Johnson Zwalnan; Nanchen Nimyel Caleb; Peter Muar Kamtu; Pahalson Cornelius Dawap

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 15 October 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13361.1232

Abstract
  This research proposes and evaluates an enhanced open-loop photovoltaic evacuated tube solar thermal collector hybrid energy system based on the developed multi-objective energy management strategy that manages and coordinates the hybrid system with a randomly unreliable grid power source to meet the ...  Read More

Original Article Electricity Generation by Green Energy Sources
Design of an on-grid PV system as a power backup to provide a reliable electricity supply

Rahmat Adiprasetya Al Hasibi; Bagustama Hamka

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 29 November 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13485.1242

Abstract
  The implementation of on-grid PV systems was conducted to ensure a continuous supply of electricity. This article discusses implementing an on-grid PV system in a fish farm that requires a continuous electricity supply. Continuous electricity is used to power the aeration system. The aeration system ...  Read More

Original Article Geothermal Energy Systems
Exergetic Performance Assessment of a Double-Flash Geothermal Power Plant in Puga Valley, India

Prabin Haloi; Ankit Kumar; Joyshree Dutta; Desire Fadzi Makunike

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 29 November 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13634.1253

Abstract
  The application of a geofluid is primarily characterized by its geofield conditions and locations. One such application of geofluid is in power generation using suitable energy conversion systems. In this study, a thermodynamic model of a double-flash geothermal power plant (DFGPP) has been developed ...  Read More

Original Article Energy Policy
Assessing Renewable Energy Impact in Nordic-Baltic Region: Sensitivity Analysis and MCDM Approach

nazlı ersoy

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 02 December 2023

https://doi.org/10.22044/rera.2023.13416.1238

Abstract
  The article presents an MCDM model based on the Improved Entropy and PIV methods to analyze the development of renewable energy in Nordic-Baltic countries. The analysis was conducted on eight alternatives and ten criteria, and sensitivity analysis was applied to assess the model's suitability. The ...  Read More

Publisher:
Shahrood University of Technology

Director-in-Charge:
Mohammad Hossein Ahmadi

Editor-in-Chief:
Hashem Oraee

Associate Editor-in-Chief:
Majid Amidpour

Manager:
Ali Meskaryan


Frequency: Semiannual

Print ISSN: 2717-252X

Online ISSN: 2676-7430

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