Call for Papers for Special Session on
“Enhancing the Resilience of Energy Systems in the Era of Renewable Energy and Climate Change” (SS4)

Organised by
Prof. Qin Wang （qin-ee.wang@polyu.edu.hk）
Affiliation: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Theme:

In the face of increasing climate change impacts and the rapid transition towards renewable energy sources, the resilience of energy systems has become a critical issue for ensuring sustainable and reliable power delivery. As extreme weather events become more frequent and severe, traditional energy infrastructures are increasingly vulnerable to disruptions. Simultaneously, the integration of renewable energy sources, while essential for reducing carbon emissions, introduces new challenges related to variability and grid stability. This dual challenge necessitates a comprehensive approach to enhancing energy system resilience, ensuring that power systems can withstand, adapt to, and recover from a wide array of disruptions. By focusing on innovative technologies, adaptive strategies, and robust policy frameworks, this special issue seeks to address the urgent need for resilient energy systems that can support a sustainable energy future in the era of renewable energy and climate change. We welcome original research articles, reviews, and case studies that cover, but are not limited to, the following topics:

  1. Innovative Grid Architectures for Enhanced Resilience: Exploring the design and implementation of advanced grid structures that incorporate smart technologies to improve system resilience.
  2. The Role of Microgrids in Energy System Resilience: Analyzing how microgrids and distributed energy resources can provide localized solutions to enhance overall grid resilience.
  3. Cybersecurity Strategies for Protecting Renewable Energy Systems: Investigating methods to safeguard energy systems against cyber threats, ensuring secure and reliable operations.
  4. Machine Learning Applications for Predictive Maintenance and Fault Detection: Utilizing AI and machine learning to anticipate and mitigate potential disruptions in energy systems.
  5. Advanced Energy Storage Solutions for Grid Stability: Examining new energy storage technologies that can support grid resilience and facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources.
  6. Dynamic Control Systems for Adaptive Grid Management: Developing control systems that can dynamically respond to changing conditions and maintain grid stability during disruptions.
  7. Assessing Resilience Metrics for Renewable Energy Systems: Creating and applying standardized metrics to evaluate and enhance the resilience of energy systems.
  8. Challenges and Solutions for Integrating High Levels of Renewables: Addressing the technical and operational challenges of integrating large-scale renewable energy into existing grids while maintaining resilience.
  9. Climate Change Adaptation Strategies for Energy Infrastructure: Exploring approaches to adapt energy systems to the impacts of climate change for ensuring long-term resilience.
  10. Policy and Regulatory Innovations for Resilient Energy Systems: Analyzing the role of policy and regulation in promoting resilient energy systems and encouraging technological innovation.

Organiser:

Prof. Q. WangProf. Q. Wang received the B.S. degree from the Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China, in 2006, the M.S. degree from the South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China, in 2009, and the Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering from Iowa State University, Ames, IA, USA, in 2013. He is currently an Associate Professor with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. His previous industry experiences include positions with General Motors, Electric Power Research Institute, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Midcontinent ISO, and ISO New England. His research interests include power system reliability and online security analysis, grid integration of renewable energy resources, smart distribution systems, transactive energy, V2X, and electricity markets. He is an Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, IEEE Transactions on Energy Markets, Policy and Regulation, Journal of Energy Engineering, and IET Energy Conversion and Economics.

Please submit your papers to the conference paper submission system.