Revolution in Energy Systems: Hydrogen and Beyond

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Guest Editors

Dr. Zhichao Zhang

Email: zhichao.zhang@northumbria.ac.uk

Affiliation: Department of Mechanical and Construction Engineering, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8ST, UK

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Research Interests: Hydrogen energy, Biofuels, Combustion, Engine systems 

Prof. Dr. Jie Ji

Email: jijie@hyit.edu.cn

Affiliation: Electric Engineering, Huaiyin Institute of Technology, Huaian, 223001, China 

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Research Interests: Green Energy, Energy system, Control system

Summary

The energy sector is undergoing a transformative period, with a growing emphasis on sustainability, decarbonization, and the integration of renewable energy sources. Hydrogen, as a clean and versatile energy carrier, stands at the forefront of this revolution. It holds the potential to decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors such as transportation, industry, and power generation. The "Revolution in Energy Systems: Hydrogen and Beyond" special issue aims to bring together cutting-edge research that explores the role of hydrogen in the energy transition and beyond, focusing on innovative technologies, policy frameworks, and market dynamics that will shape the future of energy systems.

The aim of this special issue is to provide a comprehensive platform for scholars, researchers, and industry experts to share their insights and findings on the latest developments in hydrogen energy and its broader implications for the energy sector. 

Topics of interest of this Special Issue include, but are not limited to:

· Hydrogen Production Technologies: Including electrolysis, steam methane reforming, thermochemical processes, and innovative methods such as green hydrogen production via renewable energy sources.

· Hydrogen Storage and Transportation: Focusing on advances in hydrogen storage materials, transportation infrastructure, and the critical aspects of safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

· Hydrogen Economy and Market Dynamics: Covering economic models, market analyses, and policy frameworks that support the development of a hydrogen-based economy.

· Hydrogen in Decarbonization: Exploring the role of hydrogen in decarbonizing various sectors, including its integration with carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies.

· Hydrogen Fuel Cells and Applications: Developments in fuel cell technologies and their applications in transportation, power generation, and other sectors.

· Comparative Energy Systems Analysis: A comparative study of hydrogen with other energy carriers, focusing on sustainability, efficiency, environmental impact, and energy return on investment.

· Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Integration: Strategies for integrating hydrogen with solar, wind, and other renewable energy sources to enhance energy system flexibility and reliability.

· Policy and Regulation in the Hydrogen Sector: Analysis of policy instruments and regulatory frameworks that support the development, deployment, and commercialization of hydrogen technologies.

· Load Forecasting and Hydrogen Demand: Assessing the future demand for hydrogen in various applications and developing forecasting models to guide infrastructure planning and investment.

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