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Towards a sustainable energy future: Evaluating renewable energy options in Tunisia 迈向可持续能源的未来:评估突尼斯的可再生能源选择
IF 4.6 Pub Date : 2026-03-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-19 DOI: 10.1016/j.uncres.2026.100322
Sassi Rekik , Johnson Herlich Roslee Mensah , Ali Gassim Shetwan
Given the increasing threat of climate change, global warming, and depletion of fossil fuels, the adoption of renewable energy technologies (RETs) has become a crucial issue. Nevertheless, selecting the most appropriate technology is crucial. In this sense, developing decision support mechanisms for the identification of appropriate energy resources is one of the core decision-making challenges in the energy industry. In this paper, we address some renewable energy options for electricity generation in Tunisia namely solar photovoltaics (PV), concentrated solar power (solar CSP), onshore wind, and biomass, taking into account technical, economic, environmental, and social dimensions. This study employed a hybrid multi-criteria decision-making approach, combining CRiteria Importance Through Inter-criteria Correlation (CRITIC) and Evaluation based on Distance from Average Solution (EDAS), The considered alternative RETs were ranked and prioritized according to the proposed model. The results indicate that solar PV is the most promising renewable technology for Tunisia. Biomass is the least viable option. Validation through Monte Carlo simulation (MCS) largely corroborated these results, consistently placing solar PV first, followed by onshore wind. The only minor difference observed was an exchange in ranking between biomass and solar CSP. A sensitivity analysis was conducted to validate the outcomes and demonstrate the effect of changing the input data on the final results, revealing the considerable influence of cost-related factors on nearly all renewable energy technologies. Key differences in sensitivity were apparent, with Solar PV being more sensitive to electricity cost than capital cost, whereas solar CSP showed equal criticality to both. These distinctions imply that decision-making and risk prioritization must be tailored to each specific RET, prioritizing R&D for cost reduction and economies of scale for highly cost-sensitive technologies, and technological innovation and operational optimization for those sensitive to efficiency.
鉴于气候变化、全球变暖和化石燃料枯竭的威胁日益加剧,采用可再生能源技术(RETs)已成为一个关键问题。然而,选择最合适的技术是至关重要的。从这个意义上说,制定决策支持机制以确定适当的能源资源是能源工业决策的核心挑战之一。在本文中,考虑到技术、经济、环境和社会因素,我们讨论了突尼斯发电的一些可再生能源选择,即太阳能光伏发电(PV)、聚光太阳能发电(solar CSP)、陆上风能和生物质能。本研究采用混合多准则决策方法,将标准间相关性重要性(critical)和平均解决方案距离评价(EDAS)相结合,根据所提出的模型对考虑的备选ret进行排序和优先级排序。结果表明,太阳能光伏是突尼斯最有前途的可再生能源技术。生物质是最不可行的选择。通过蒙特卡罗模拟(MCS)验证在很大程度上证实了这些结果,始终将太阳能光伏排在第一位,其次是陆上风能。观察到的唯一微小差异是生物质和太阳能光热之间的排名交换。我们进行了敏感性分析来验证结果,并展示了改变输入数据对最终结果的影响,揭示了与成本相关的因素对几乎所有可再生能源技术的巨大影响。敏感性的关键差异是明显的,太阳能光伏对电力成本比资本成本更敏感,而太阳能光热对两者都同样重要。这些区别意味着决策和风险优先次序必须针对每个具体的RET进行调整,优先考虑降低成本和高度成本敏感技术的规模经济的研发,以及对效率敏感的技术创新和操作优化。
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Thermal performance of masonry solar distillation unit 砌体太阳能蒸馏装置的热性能
IF 4.6 Pub Date : 2026-01-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-15 DOI: 10.1016/j.uncres.2025.100298
Narayan Lal Panwar
This study aims to assess the thermal efficiency and freshwater production of a brick-based solar distillation system in Udaipur, India (24°35′7″ N, 73°42′45″ E). An experimental test was carried out in March 2024 to evaluate the system's performance. The results showed that the solar still had an average thermal efficiency of 30.42 % and produced 4.56 L of distilled water per day. These results highlight the potential of brick solar distillation systems as a cost-effective and sustainable solution for freshwater supply in semi-arid areas. The study offers valuable insights into the energy efficiency of passive solar stills, supporting the development of renewable energy–based water purification methods.
本研究旨在评估印度乌代普尔(24°35 ' 7″N, 73°42 ' 45″E)的砖基太阳能蒸馏系统的热效率和淡水产量。在2024年3月进行了一次实验测试以评估系统的性能。结果表明,该装置的平均热效率为30.42%,蒸馏水日产量为4.56 L。这些结果突出了砖太阳能蒸馏系统作为半干旱地区淡水供应的成本效益和可持续解决方案的潜力。这项研究为被动式太阳能蒸馏器的能源效率提供了有价值的见解,支持了基于可再生能源的水净化方法的发展。
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Advancing hydrogen as a key driver for decarbonized power systems 推动氢作为脱碳电力系统的关键驱动力
IF 4.6 Pub Date : 2026-01-01 Epub Date: 2025-11-18 DOI: 10.1016/j.uncres.2025.100278
Mohamed Khaleel , Ziyodulla Yusupov , Sassi Rekik
The transition to a low-carbon energy future necessitates the rapid expansion of clean energy solutions, with hydrogen (H2) emerging as a pivotal enabler of decarbonized power systems. This study critically examines the evolving role of H2 in the global energy transition, focusing on its increasing demand, integration into electricity generation, and broader systemic significance. The paper explores the growth of demand for low-emission H2, highlighting key drivers such as policy incentives, industrial applications, and emerging market trends. The role of H2 in electricity generation is analyzed in the context of grid stability, energy storage, and its potential to complement renewable energy sources. Furthermore, the article addresses the essential role of hydrogen within the energy system, particularly in hard-to-abate sectors and as a vector for sectoral integration. It provides a comprehensive assessment of output and energy consumption, examining production pathways, efficiency considerations, and consumption trends across diverse applications. The article also delves into investment and finance mechanisms, evaluating capital flows, multilateral financial commitments, and the economic viability of H2 technologies. Additionally, the role of innovation in H2-powered electricity generation is explored, emphasizing advancements in electrolysis, fuel cell technology, and novel deployment models. The article concludes with strategic recommendations aimed at accelerating the deployment of H2 technologies, fostering policy frameworks, and enhancing financial support mechanisms to ensure large-scale adoption. By addressing these critical dimensions, this study provides a holistic perspective on H2 transformative potential as a key driver of decarbonized power systems.
向低碳能源的未来过渡需要快速扩展清洁能源解决方案,氢(H2)正在成为脱碳电力系统的关键推动者。本研究批判性地考察了氢气在全球能源转型中的演变作用,重点关注其不断增长的需求、与发电的整合以及更广泛的系统意义。本文探讨了低排放氢气需求的增长,重点介绍了政策激励、工业应用和新兴市场趋势等关键驱动因素。本文从电网稳定性、储能及其补充可再生能源的潜力等方面分析了氢气在发电中的作用。此外,本文还讨论了氢在能源系统中的重要作用,特别是在难以减少的部门和作为部门一体化的载体。它提供了一个全面的产出和能源消耗评估,检查生产途径,效率考虑和消费趋势在不同的应用。本文还深入研究了投资和融资机制,评估了资本流动、多边金融承诺以及氢气技术的经济可行性。此外,还探讨了创新在h2发电中的作用,强调了电解、燃料电池技术和新型部署模型的进步。文章最后提出了一些战略建议,旨在加快氢技术的部署,促进政策框架,加强财政支持机制,以确保大规模采用。通过解决这些关键维度,本研究提供了一个全面的视角,以了解氢气转化潜力作为脱碳电力系统的关键驱动因素。
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Wireless power transfer in offshore renewable energy: A review of technologies, challenges, and future directions 海上可再生能源无线电力传输:技术、挑战和未来方向综述
IF 4.6 Pub Date : 2026-01-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-08 DOI: 10.1016/j.uncres.2025.100287
Nisha Kaur , K. Sudhakar , M.R. Mohamed , Erdem Cuce , Dan Barbulescu
The growing demand for sustainable and reliable energy solutions in remote coastal regions has sparked significant interest in offshore renewable energy systems, including floating solar arrays, wind turbines, wave energy, and hybrid energy systems. Wireless Power Transfer (WPT) technologies have emerged as a promising approach that enhances safety and efficiency in power generation, transmission, and storage, particularly in challenging underwater and oceanic environments. The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of various WPT methods for offshore energy transmission, including near-field techniques (inductive and capacitive coupling) and far-field approaches (microwave and laser-based systems), while addressing the challenges presented by long-distance energy transportation and undersea infrastructure. Additionally, this study highlights innovations in energy storage technologies, such as underwater pumped storage hydropower (UPSH), underwater compressed air energy storage (UWCAES), and electrochemical storage systems, which help to mitigate the instability of renewable energy generation. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing literature and case studies, this study highlights the technical, economic, and environmental challenges associated with offshore wireless energy systems. Key findings suggest that while WPT offers significant advantages in safety and flexibility, further research is needed to optimise efficiency, reduce costs, and minimise ecological impacts.
偏远沿海地区对可持续和可靠的能源解决方案的需求日益增长,引发了对海上可再生能源系统的极大兴趣,包括浮动太阳能电池阵列、风力涡轮机、波浪能和混合能源系统。无线电力传输(WPT)技术已经成为一种很有前途的方法,可以提高发电、传输和存储的安全性和效率,特别是在具有挑战性的水下和海洋环境中。本研究的主要目的是评估各种海上能源传输WPT方法的有效性,包括近场技术(电感和电容耦合)和远场方法(基于微波和激光的系统),同时解决远程能源运输和海底基础设施带来的挑战。此外,本研究还强调了储能技术的创新,如水下抽水蓄能水电(UPSH)、水下压缩空气储能(UWCAES)和电化学储能系统,这些技术有助于减轻可再生能源发电的不稳定性。通过对现有文献和案例研究的综合分析,本研究强调了与海上无线能源系统相关的技术、经济和环境挑战。主要研究结果表明,尽管WPT在安全性和灵活性方面具有显著优势,但需要进一步研究以优化效率、降低成本并最大限度地减少生态影响。
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Forecasting wind speed over multiple horizons: Superiority of deep learning and decomposition-driven hybrid models 多视界风速预测:深度学习和分解驱动混合模型的优越性
IF 4.6 Pub Date : 2026-01-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-16 DOI: 10.1016/j.uncres.2025.100296
Ajay Kumar , A.J. Singh , Sanjay Kumar
Accurate wind speed forecasting impacts grid stability, energy pricing, and ability to replace fossil fuels with clean power, however, stochastic nature and nonlinearity of wind make prediction a challenge. To address these challenges, this work explores a range of forecasting strategies like statistical, machine learning (ML), and deep learning (DL) methods, for short-term (ST) and mid-term (MT) horizons. The experimental results across forecast horizons of 3, 6, 12, and 24 steps demonstrate that statistical models perform well at very short horizons (RMSE ≈ 0.55–1.14, R2 up to 0.40) but degrade rapidly as the forecast length increases, with RMSE above 1.30 and R2 near 0.00 at a forecasting horizon of 24. ML model XGBoost offers high accuracy and stability in comparison to RF, having an RMSE value of 0.43 and R2 value 0.78 at step-3, remaining outstanding even compared at step-24, which offered RMSE = 1.00 to 1.18 and R2 = 0.25 to 0.40, respectively. Transformer consistently performs better in having RMSE = 0.55–0.70 and R2 up to 0.57 at step-3, and maintains better accuracy for longer horizons with RMSE = 0.95 and R2 up to 0.50 at step-24. To improve the wind speed forecasting (WSF), Variational Mode Decomposition (VMD) with LSTM has been used by decomposing wind speed signals (WSS) into intrinsic mode functions (IMF). The proposed decomposition-driven hybrid model and advanced deep learning techniques help to achieve accurate and better forecasting and can be implemented in various applications of forecasting.
准确的风速预测影响电网稳定性、能源定价以及用清洁能源替代化石燃料的能力,然而,风的随机性和非线性使预测成为一项挑战。为了应对这些挑战,这项工作探索了一系列预测策略,如统计、机器学习(ML)和深度学习(DL)方法,用于短期(ST)和中期(MT)的视野。3、6、12和24步预测水平的实验结果表明,统计模型在极短水平(RMSE≈0.55-1.14,R2可达0.40)表现良好,但随着预测长度的增加而迅速退化,在24步预测水平上RMSE大于1.30,R2接近0.00。与RF相比,ML模型XGBoost具有较高的准确性和稳定性,在步骤3时RMSE值为0.43,R2值为0.78,即使与步骤24相比也保持出色,RMSE分别为1.00至1.18,R2 = 0.25至0.40。Transformer在步骤3的RMSE = 0.55-0.70和R2高达0.57时始终表现更好,并且在步骤24的RMSE = 0.95和R2高达0.50时保持更长的视野更好的精度。为了提高风速预报的准确性,将变分模态分解(VMD)与LSTM相结合,将风速信号分解为内禀模态函数(IMF)。提出的分解驱动混合模型和先进的深度学习技术有助于实现准确和更好的预测,并可在各种预测应用中实现。
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The control effect of burial evolution time limit on the organic matter pore structure of shale: A case study of the lower Silurian Longmaxi Formation shale from the periphery of the Sichuan Basin in southern China 埋藏演化时限对页岩有机质孔隙结构的控制作用——以四川盆地周缘下志留统龙马溪组页岩为例
IF 4.6 Pub Date : 2026-01-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-05 DOI: 10.1016/j.uncres.2025.100289
Pengfei Wang , Ling Tang , Kang Ma , Yuxi Yang , Can Jin , Lin Wu , Xin Li
The most critical reservoir spaces in shale formations are organic matter (OM) pores, predominantly governed by thermal maturation processes. Notably, the Lower Silurian Longmaxi shale exhibits comparable thermal maturity levels across different areas of the Sichuan Basin periphery while demonstrating significant variations in OM pore structure. In conjunction with regional tectonic influences, areas with lower gas content correspond to earlier stratum uplift times, indicating that burial duration significantly affects OM pore structure. In this study, we examine the Longmaxi shale from the Changning area in southern Sichuan Basin (LCS) and the Youyang area in southeastern Chongqing (LYC), which have similar thermal evolution degrees but different burial durations. Through carbon and sulfur analysis, asphalt reflectance testing, and focused ion beam electron microscopy, we analyzed the differences in OM pores structure and determined the impact of burial duration on these structures. Our results show distinct differences in OM pores structure between LCS and LYC. The OM pore diameters in LCS primarily range from 200 to 1000 nm, whereas those in LYC mainly range from 30 to 400 nm. The number of OM pores in SEM with per unit view in LCS is significantly higher than in LYC. The prolonged burial duration of LCS, exceeding 200 million years (Ma), has allowed for sufficient thermal evolution, leading to substantial hydrocarbon gas generation and superior OM pores structure. In contrast, LYC has a burial duration of approximately 150 Ma, resulting in smaller OM pore diameters and fewer pores compared to LCS. The extended burial duration ensures that the shale undergoes adequate thermal evolution, generating large amounts of hydrocarbon gases and forming OM pores with excellent storage performance. The Yanshan Movement, occurring during the Cretaceous-Jurassic period, is responsible for the varying strata uplifting times in the Yangtze Platform of South China. Formed by the subduction of the Pacific plate under the Eurasian plate, this movement created compressive stress at their junction. The time required for extrusion stress to propagate from the lower Yangtze to the upper Yangtze differs, resulting in longer shale evolution times in the upper Yangtze compared to the middle and lower Yangtze. These findings underscore the necessity of incorporating burial duration considerations in shale gas resource assessments.
页岩地层中最关键的储集空间是有机质孔隙,有机质孔隙主要受热成熟过程控制。值得注意的是,四川盆地周缘不同地区下志留统龙马溪页岩的热成熟度水平相当,但有机质孔隙结构差异较大。结合区域构造影响,含气量越低的地区,地层隆升时间越早,说明埋藏时间对有机质孔隙结构影响显著。以川南长宁地区和渝东南游阳地区的龙马溪页岩为研究对象,这两个地区的热演化程度相似,但埋藏时间不同。通过碳硫分析、沥青反射率测试、聚焦离子束电镜等分析了有机质孔隙结构的差异,确定了埋藏时间对有机质孔隙结构的影响。我们的研究结果表明,LCS和LYC在OM孔结构上存在明显差异。LCS的OM孔径主要在200 ~ 1000 nm之间,LYC的OM孔径主要在30 ~ 400 nm之间。在LCS中,每单位视图SEM中OM孔的数量明显高于LYC。LCS的埋藏时间较长,超过2亿年(Ma),为热演化提供了充足的条件,形成了大量的烃生气和优越的有机质孔隙结构。相比之下,LYC的埋藏时间约为150 Ma,因此与LCS相比,其OM孔径更小,孔隙更少。较长的埋藏时间保证了页岩充分的热演化,生成大量烃气,形成具有优良储集性能的有机质孔隙。发生在白垩纪—侏罗纪的燕山运动是华南扬子地台地层隆升时代变化的主要原因。由于太平洋板块在欧亚板块下的俯冲作用,这一运动在它们的交界处产生了压应力。挤压应力从下扬子向上扬子传播所需的时间不同,导致上扬子页岩演化时间较中下扬子更长。这些发现强调了在页岩气资源评估中考虑埋藏时间的必要性。
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Adaptive nonlinear control and observation for grid-connected wind-BESS systems with unknown demand 具有未知需求的并网风- bess系统的自适应非线性控制与观测
IF 4.6 Pub Date : 2026-01-01 Epub Date: 2025-11-06 DOI: 10.1016/j.uncres.2025.100271
Adil Mansouri , Nabil Elaadouli , Abdelmounime El Magri , Rachid Lajouad , Fouad Giri
This study addresses the challenges of renewable energy integration in geographically dispersed power systems, where the real-time grid demand is unmeasurable due to the significant distance between generation sites (wind farms) and consumption centers. The proposed architecture connects a wind turbine farm to a Vienna rectifier, followed by a battery energy storage system, and interfaces with the main grid via a High-Voltage Direct Current transmission link. A nonlinear control scheme is designed to maximize wind energy extraction while ensuring grid stability through coordinated operation of the wind turbine farm, Vienna rectifier, and battery energy storage system. The key innovation lies in a linear matrix inequality-based adaptive observer that estimates the unmeasurable grid demand dynamics. The linear matrix inequality formulation guarantees stability and provides the numerical robustness needed to overcome system singularities, a common failure point for traditional observation methods. This robust estimation enables two critical functionalities: (i) Optimal battery energy storage system control: An advanced management strategy that regulates the battery charging and discharging cycles based on the estimated demand. (ii) Grid-Adaptive Generation: The power production is dynamically adjusted according to the estimated demand variations, thus overcoming the limitations imposed by geographical separation. The overall strategy ensures efficient and stable power delivery despite the lack of direct remote measurements.
本研究解决了地理上分散的电力系统中可再生能源整合的挑战,由于发电站点(风力发电场)和消费中心之间的距离很大,实时电网需求无法测量。拟议的建筑将风力涡轮机农场连接到维也纳整流器,随后是电池储能系统,并通过高压直流传输链路与主电网连接。设计了非线性控制方案,通过风电场、维也纳整流器和电池储能系统的协调运行,最大限度地提高风能的提取,同时确保电网的稳定性。关键创新在于基于线性矩阵不等式的自适应观测器,该观测器可以估计不可测量的电网需求动态。线性矩阵不等式公式保证了稳定性,并提供了克服系统奇点所需的数值鲁棒性,这是传统观测方法的常见失效点。这种鲁棒估计实现了两个关键功能:(i)电池储能系统的最优控制:一种先进的管理策略,根据估计的需求调节电池的充放电周期。(二)电网自适应发电:根据估计的需求变化动态调整发电量,克服了地理隔离的限制。尽管缺乏直接的远程测量,但总体策略确保了高效和稳定的电力输送。
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Optimization of sealing solutions for insertion sealing devices in deep formation drill rod testing 深层地层钻杆测试中插入式密封装置密封方案的优化
IF 4.6 Pub Date : 2026-01-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.uncres.2025.100273
Ziyin Zhang , Bobo Cao , Gang Ruan , Dagui Cao , Zhenxing Tan , Shuhui Yang
This study addresses the limitations of conventional formation testing technologies in meeting the engineering demands of deep and heavy oil reservoir testing. A novel multifunctional gas-lift testing method is proposed, wherein gas is injected through the narrow annulus between the drill rod and tubing to facilitate gas-lift production. To ensure effective annular sealing during the gas-lift process, a specialized insertion sealing device was developed. Structural analysis identified the sealing mechanism as a critical component influencing overall device performance. Based on operational conditions, three sealing configurations were designed and comparatively evaluated to determine the optimal solution. A V-ring seal was selected for further investigation, and a two-dimensional axisymmetric finite element model was established to simulate its sealing behavior under three operating conditions. Subsequently, a high-pressure sealing test at 50 MPa was conducted to validate the device's performance. Experimental results demonstrate that the integrated V-ring sealing assembly, composed of fluororubber and PTFE materials, provides robust sealing capability. The structure remained intact under preloading and exhibited reliable performance under both internal and external loading conditions, withstanding continuous operation at 20 MPa without leakage. Throughout the entire pressurization and sustained pressure-holding phases, no visible leakage occurred, and the seal showed no signs of crushing, extrusion, or permanent deformation. These results confirm the device's suitability for high-pressure and deep-sea applications. The proposed tool offers a simple yet effective sealing solution, providing technical support for the application of insertion sealing technology in deep and heavy oil reservoir development.
该研究解决了常规地层测试技术在满足深层和稠油油藏测试工程需求方面的局限性。提出了一种新的多功能气举测试方法,通过钻杆与油管之间的狭窄环空注入气体,促进气举生产。为了确保气举过程中有效的环空密封,开发了一种专门的插入密封装置。结构分析表明,密封机构是影响设备整体性能的关键部件。根据实际工况,设计了三种密封形式,并进行了对比评价,确定了最优方案。选取一种v形环密封为研究对象,建立二维轴对称有限元模型,模拟其在三种工况下的密封性能。随后,进行了50mpa高压密封试验,以验证该装置的性能。实验结果表明,由氟橡胶和聚四氟乙烯材料组成的一体化v形环密封组件具有良好的密封性能。结构在预压下保持完整,内外加载条件下均表现出可靠的性能,可承受20 MPa的连续运行而无泄漏。在整个加压和持续保压阶段,没有明显的泄漏发生,密封也没有出现破碎、挤压或永久变形的迹象。这些结果证实了该装置适用于高压和深海应用。该工具提供了一种简单而有效的密封解决方案,为插入式密封技术在深部和稠油油藏开发中的应用提供了技术支持。
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Performance enhancement of photovoltaic systems using a North–South single-axis solar tracker in Lebanon 黎巴嫩使用南北单轴太阳能跟踪器提高光伏系统的性能
IF 4.6 Pub Date : 2026-01-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.uncres.2025.100288
Hassan Moussa Nahim , Ismail Mohamad , Maarouf Ghallab , Ali Harkous , Tarek Ibrahim , Jalal Faraj , Rani Taher , Mahmoud Khaled
Because of its scalability, adaptability, and zero-emission operation, photovoltaic (PV) technology has become a key component of sustainable energy production. However, due to the inability to consistently align with the sun's path, traditional fixed-tilt systems frequently perform poorly, reducing the amount of energy that may be produced. Through developing an affordable tracking system that optimizes sun exposure and promotes the use of renewable energy in Lebanon, this project seeks to improve the performance of PV panels. In contrast to conventional fixed systems, the suggested design presents a North-South Polar Parallel Single-Axis Solar Tracking (NS-SAST) system that combines low-cost Arduino implementation with open-loop control. The strategy strikes a compromise between performance, price, and ease of use, which makes it ideal for local renewable energy deployment. A comparison of fixed and NS-SAST systems' performance was evaluated using MATLAB simulations. A physical prototype with an Arduino-based controller was built using the simulation as a guide. The tracking system maintains a constant tilt angle between the rotational axis and the horizontal plane, while dynamically adjusting the panel orientation in real time using established solar position algorithms. To assess long-term viability, cost and emission reduction evaluations were also conducted. At the ideal annual tilt of 28° for Beirut, experimental validation revealed that the NS-SAST system enhanced energy output by almost 36 % in comparison to fixed systems. The system's economic viability and potential to lower emissions were further validated by cost and environmental analyses.
光伏(PV)技术因其可扩展性、适应性和零排放运行,已成为可持续能源生产的关键组成部分。然而,由于无法始终与太阳的路径对齐,传统的固定倾斜系统经常表现不佳,减少了可能产生的能量。通过开发一种经济实惠的跟踪系统,优化阳光照射,促进黎巴嫩可再生能源的使用,该项目旨在提高光伏板的性能。与传统的固定系统相比,建议的设计提出了一个南北极平行单轴太阳跟踪(NS-SAST)系统,该系统结合了低成本的Arduino实现和开环控制。该策略在性能、价格和易用性之间达成了妥协,这使其成为当地可再生能源部署的理想选择。利用MATLAB仿真对固定系统和NS-SAST系统的性能进行了比较。以仿真为指导,构建了带有基于arduino控制器的物理原型。跟踪系统在旋转轴和水平面之间保持恒定的倾斜角,同时使用已建立的太阳定位算法实时动态调整面板方向。为了评估长期可行性,还进行了成本和减排评估。在贝鲁特理想的年倾角为28°时,实验验证表明,与固定系统相比,NS-SAST系统提高了近36%的能量输出。通过成本和环境分析,进一步验证了该系统的经济可行性和降低排放的潜力。
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Decentralised renewable energy in sub-Saharan Africa: A critical review of pathways to equitable and sustainable energy transitions 撒哈拉以南非洲的分散式可再生能源:对公平和可持续能源转型途径的批判性审查
IF 4.6 Pub Date : 2026-01-01 Epub Date: 2025-10-22 DOI: 10.1016/j.uncres.2025.100267
Joy Nneamaka Obi , Emmanuel Ojo , Chika Oliver Ujah
This critical review examines decentralised renewable energy (DRE) systems as game changers for sustainable energy access in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Although rich in renewable resources, over 570 million people in rural communities lack electricity. Traditional energy models, shaped by colonial histories and marked by inefficiencies, have failed to meet the continent's diverse energy needs. DRE systems provide flexible, community-focused solutions that promote energy equity, foster economic growth, and enhance climate resilience. Using Critical Juncture Theory and the Rational Choice Model, this study examines factors influencing DRE adoption. Analyses show how DRE encourages energy democracy, local ownership, and aligns with Sustainable Development Goals, including SDG 7 (Clean Energy) and SDG 13 (Climate Action). However, these systems face obstacles like fragmented policies, insufficient funding, technical gaps, and governance issues. Case studies from Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, and Ethiopia demonstrate implementation strategies, revealing supportive environments and challenges. This review synthesises policy discussions, highlights innovations like pay-as-you-go financing and digitalisation and outlines an integrated energy planning roadmap. Recommendations include regulatory reforms, blended financing models, capacity-building initiatives, and regional cooperation. This paper argues that decentralisation should be viewed not as a temporary measure but as a foundation for energy strategies. With visionary leadership, collaborative governance, and targeted investments, decentralised systems can transform Sub-Saharan Africa's energy future, prioritising equity, resilience, and sustainability.
这篇批判性的综述考察了分散的可再生能源(DRE)系统作为撒哈拉以南非洲(SSA)可持续能源获取的游戏规则改变者。尽管可再生资源丰富,但农村地区仍有超过5.7亿人缺电。受殖民历史影响、效率低下的传统能源模式,已无法满足非洲大陆多样化的能源需求。DRE系统提供灵活的、以社区为中心的解决方案,促进能源公平,促进经济增长,增强气候适应能力。本研究运用临界结合点理论和理性选择模型,探讨影响DRE采用的因素。分析显示了DRE如何鼓励能源民主、地方所有权,并与可持续发展目标7(清洁能源)和可持续发展目标13(气候行动)保持一致。然而,这些系统面临着诸如政策分散、资金不足、技术差距和治理问题等障碍。来自肯尼亚、尼日利亚、南非和埃塞俄比亚的案例研究展示了实施策略,揭示了支持性环境和挑战。该报告综合了政策讨论,强调了现收现付融资和数字化等创新,并概述了综合能源规划路线图。建议包括监管改革、混合融资模式、能力建设倡议和区域合作。本文认为,权力下放不应被视为一种临时措施,而应被视为能源战略的基础。通过有远见的领导、协作治理和有针对性的投资,分散的系统可以改变撒哈拉以南非洲的能源未来,优先考虑公平、弹性和可持续性。
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