Yihang Tang¹, Jing Li¹, Wentao Xu¹, Yao Xiao¹, Jiayi Deng¹, Ge Rong¹, Jin Zhao², Song Xu¹, Man Zhou^1,*, Zhongyu Li^3,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.10, pp. 1993-2041, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0065 - 22 October 2025

Abstract Natural fibers, as a typical renewable and biodegradable material, have shown great potential for many applications (e.g., catalysis, hydrogel, biomedicine) in recent years. Recently, the growing importance of natural fibers in these photo-driven applications is reflected by the increasing number of publications. The utilization of renewable materials in photo-driven applications not only contributes to mitigating the energy crisis but also facilitates the transition of society toward a low-carbon economy, thus enabling harmonious coexistence between humans and the environment within the context of sustainable development. This paper provides an overview of the recent advances of natural… More > Graphic Abstract

Robyn Lesch¹, Evan David Visser¹, Ntalane Sello Seroka^1,2,*, Lindiwe Khotseng^1,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.10, pp. 1935-1977, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0026 - 22 October 2025

Abstract The review investigates the use of biomass-derived carbon as precursors for nanomaterials, acknowledging their sustainability and eco-friendliness. It examines various types of biomasses, such as agricultural residues and food byproducts, focussing on their transformation via environmentally friendly methods such as pyrolysis and hydrothermal carbonisation. Innovations in creating porous carbon nanostructures and heteroatom surface functionalisation are identified, enhancing catalytic performance. The study also explores the integration of biomass-derived carbon with nanomaterials for energy storage, catalysis, and other applications, noting the economic and environmental benefits. Despite these advantages, challenges persist in optimising synthesis methods and scaling production. More > Graphic Abstract

Yuqian Qi^*, Yanbo Che, Liangliang Liu, Jiayu Ni, Shangyuan Zhang

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.10, pp. 3999-4017, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.068054 - 30 September 2025

Abstract The process of including renewable energy sources in power networks is moving quickly, so the need for innovative configuration solutions for grid-side ESS has grown. Among the new methods presented in this paper is GA-OCESE, which stands for Genetic Algorithm-based Optimization Configuration for Energy Storage in Electric Networks. This is one of the methods suggested in this study, which aims to enhance the sizing, positioning, and operational characteristics of structured ESS under dynamic grid conditions. Particularly, the aim is to maximize efficiency. A multiobjective genetic algorithm, the GA-OCESE framework, considers all these factors simultaneously. Besides… More >

Weibing Xu¹, Bo Yao^2,*, Xiangjun Quan³, Xunyou Zhang¹, Ning Zou², Shuo Liu², Jia Wang⁴, Jiansuo Zhang⁴

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.10, pp. 4225-4243, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.066738 - 30 September 2025

Abstract The integration of large-scale new energy and high-capacity DC transmission leads to a reduction in system inertia. Grid-forming renewable energy sources (GF-RES) has a significant improvement effect on system inertia. Commutation failure faults may cause a short-term reactive power surplus at the sending end and trigger transient overvoltage, threatening the safe and stable operation of the power grid. However, there is a lack of research on the calculation method of transient overvoltage caused by commutation failure in high-voltage DC transmission systems with grid-forming renewable energy sources integration. Based on the existing equivalent model of high-voltage… More >

Khairul Eahsun Fahim¹, Liyanage C. De Silva², Sk. A. Shezan^3,*, Md Ashraful Islam⁴, Md Shakib Hassan⁵, Hayati Yassin^1,*, Naveed Ahmad⁶

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.10, pp. 3985-3997, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.066484 - 30 September 2025

Abstract Around the world, there has been a notable shift toward the use of renewable energy technology due to the growing demand for energy and the ongoing depletion of conventional resources, such as fossil fuels. Following this worldwide trend, Brunei’s government has initiated several strategic programs aimed at encouraging the establishment of energy from renewable sources in the nation’s energy mix. These initiatives are designed not only to support environmental sustainability but also to make energy from renewable sources increasingly competitive in comparison to more conventional energy sources like gas and oil, which have historically dominated… More >

Mujahid Tabassum^1,*, Md. Bazlul Mobin Siddique², Hadi Nabipour Afrouzi³, Saad Bin Abdul Kashem⁴

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.9, pp. 3433-3457, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.065955 - 26 August 2025

Abstract Malaysia, as one of the highest producers of palm oil globally and one of the largest exporters, has a huge potential to use palm oil waste to generate electricity since an abundance of waste is produced during the palm oil extraction process. In this paper, we have first examined and compared the use of palm oil waste as biomass for electricity generation in different countries with reference to Malaysia. Some areas with default accessibility in rural areas, like those in Sabah and Sarawak, require a cheap and reliable source of electricity. Palm oil waste possesses… More >

Artem Kariev¹, Vladimir Lebedev¹, Denis Miroshnichenko^2,3, Yevgen Sokol⁴, Magomediemin Gasanov ⁵, Anna Cherkashina¹, Yuriy Lutsenko³, Serhiy Pyshyev^6,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.8, pp. 1645-1660, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0049 - 22 August 2025

Abstract Nowadays, the development of effective bioplastics aims to combine traditional plastics’ functionality with environmentally friendly properties. The most effective and durable modern bioplastics are made from the edible part of crops. This forces bioplastics to compete with food production because the crops that produce bioplastics can also be used for human nutrition. That is why the article’s main focus is on creating bioplastics using renewable, non-food raw materials (cellulose, lignin, etc.). Eco-friendly composites based on a renewable bioplastic blend of polybutylene adipate-co-terephthalate, corn starch, and poly(lactic acid) with reed and hemp waste as a filler.… More > Graphic Abstract

Souha Mansour^1,2,*, Amandine Viretto^1,2, Marie-France Thevenon^1,2,*, Loïc Brancheriau^1,2

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.8, pp. 1547-1586, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02024-0078 - 22 August 2025

Abstract The use of agricultural residues in biocomposite production has gained increasing attention, driven by several benefits. Converting agricultural by-products into bio-based materials within a circular economy represents a sustainable strategy to mitigate lignocellulosic waste, reduce reliance on fossil resources, and lower environmental pollution. This approach also creates economic opportunities for rural African communities by generating diverse income sources for workers in collection, processing, and manufacturing. As a result, the integration of agricultural residues into biocomposites production not only addresses environmental concerns but also fosters economic growth and supports rural development. In this review, five biomasses… More > Graphic Abstract

Md. Fatin Ishraque¹, Akhlaqur Rahman², Kamil Ahmad¹, Sk. A. Shezan^3,*, Md. Meheraf Hossain¹, Sheikh Rashel Al Ahmed¹, Md. Iasir Arafat¹, Noor E Nahid Bintu⁴

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.8, pp. 3347-3375, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.067492 - 24 July 2025

Abstract In this research work, the localized generation from renewable resources and the distribution of energy to agricultural loads, which is a local microgrid concept, have been considered, and its feasibility has been assessed. Two dispatch algorithms, named Cycle Charging and Load Following, are implemented to find the optimal solution (i.e., net cost, operation cost, carbon emission. energy cost, component sizing, etc.) of the hybrid system. The microgrid is also modeled in the DIgSILENT Power Factory platform, and the respective power system responses are then evaluated. The development of dispatch algorithms specifically tailored for agricultural applications… More >

Xiaolong Xiao¹, Xiaoxing Lu^1,*, Ziran Guo¹, Jian Liu¹, Shenglong Wu², Ye Cai²

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.8, pp. 3117-3132, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.065631 - 24 July 2025

Abstract With the popularization of microgrid construction and the connection of renewable energy sources to the power system, the problem of source and load uncertainty faced by the coordinated operation of multi-microgrid is becoming increasingly prominent, and the accuracy of typical scenario predictions is low. In order to improve the accuracy of scenario prediction under source and load uncertainty, this paper proposes a typical scenario identification model based on random forests and order parameters. Firstly, a method for ordinal parameter identification and quantification is provided for the coordinated operating mode of multi-microgrids, taking into account source-load… More >