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A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "A: Sustainable Energy".

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Prof. Dr. Ewa Kulińska

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Faculty of Production Engineering and Logistics, Opole University of Technology, ul. Prószkowska 76, 45-267 Opole, Poland
Interests: logistics processes; added value; integrated management concepts; risk management; supply chain relationship management; organization development strategies; process approach in management; modern information technologies

Dr. Dariusz Masłowski

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Faculty of Production Engineering and Logistics, Opole University of Technology, ul. Prószkowska 76, 45-267 Opole, Poland
Interests: telematics systems; transport optimization; risk management; information management; efficient supply chains; safety management

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Dear Colleagues,

The world's coal resources are becoming scarcer, driving the search for alternative energy sources. These are well-known facts, as are the sources of these potential energy sources in the form of sun (photovoltaics), wind (wind farms) and water (hydroelectric power plants). This Special Issue will present the latest research on the role and logistic support of energy producers and distributors, relations between energy distributors and consumers, and the related role of logistics operators. The aspects of the functioning of supply chains in the energy sector are also an important matter.

Another thematic area is related to special requirements that must be met by individual logistic processes, such as the methods of storing energy from alternative sources. The transport of oversized elements for the construction of wind, hydro, and nuclear power plants. Risk management in the operation of power plants and the implementation of logistic processes are also important elements of this research field.

Renewable energy sources are also an integral part of energy policies at national, supranational (EU) and global levels. The constant development of regulations raises problems from the legal compliance perspective for companies operating on this market. Equally important are questions about the limits of state aid for this sector of the economy, which affects the competitiveness of enterprises. The impact of legal norms on the efficiency of power plant management and cooperation with the state administration also remains significant.

In this context, theoretical and practical studies of energy problems related to logistics and management and quality sciences are needed. We welcome original articles that provide new information in these areas.

Prof. Dr. Ewa Kulińska
Dr. Dariusz Masłowski
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Keywords

renewable energy
photovoltaics
wind energy
water energy
nuclear power plant
coal-fired power plant
supply chain
challenges of procurement processes
challenges of production processes
challenges of distribution processes
challenges of transport processes
challenges of warehousing processes
role of logistics operators
sectoral regulations
energy law
economic law
public economic law
legal risk and legal compliance
risk management
public management

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A New Method of Obtaining Water from Water Storage Tanks in a Crisis Situation Using Renewable Energy

by Dawid Szpak, Barbara Tchórzewska-Cieślak and Magdalena Stręk

Energies 2024, 17(4), 874; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/en17040874 - 13 Feb 2024

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Background: During a crisis situation, water supply systems stop functioning properly. It is necessary to obtain water from sources other than basic ones (reserve water intakes, water storage tanks, bottled water). Methods: We aim to determine the water demand in a crisis situation based on current European guidelines and determine the time to cover the demand for water from water storage tanks during a crisis situation. Results: An installation for drawing water from a water storage tank, which includes water disinfection using a UV lamp, is necessary. Continuity of operation is guaranteed by the use of a photovoltaic installation independent of the power grid. The amount of water stored in water storage tanks is enough to meet the basic needs of the population for up to several weeks. Conclusions: The use of a UV lamp with an independent backup power supply allows maintaining the microbiological purity of water during a long-term crisis situation. Full article

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Business Models in Terms of the Strategy for Sustainable Management in Economic Entities Taking into Account Energy Transformation

by Mariusz Niekurzak and Jerzy Mikulik

Energies 2023, 16(11), 4281; https://doi.org/10.3390/en16114281 - 23 May 2023

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The article presents the results of research on the importance of managing the energy transition in various economic sectors. The barriers and benefits of implementing a knowledge management and environmental management system in enterprises were considered. These factors are necessary for the effective planning and proper functioning of enterprises. Knowledge becomes the main and most dynamic factor responsible for the development of a given company, while environmental management ensures it achieves high economic efficiency of production and environmental rules and regulations. The article presents the results of the functioning of knowledge-based enterprises in contemporary conditions characterized by constant changes in the environment in terms of energy transformation. As part of my research, an algorithm was built based on which essential elements of the Polish energy policy strategy were defined enterprises in various sectors of the economy. In the holistic approach, a model of the functioning of knowledge-based enterprises was built and tested. On its basis, a prosumer/customer business model was proposed on the example of a photovoltaic installation. The study was conducted using the methods of economic measurement models. These methods allowed us to calculate the market value of the investment with the assumed boundary criteria and to determine its effectiveness. The research was carried out in 2020–2022 on the example of a real photovoltaic installation. The use of a photovoltaic installation in a company based on a business model is justified in practice and allows the company to reduce the electricity costs incurred, in this case by about 60%. Taking into account the result for the calculated payback period of 3 years, this proves that such an investment is very profitable for the company. The developed business model showed that the project of its implementation is fully economically justified and will allow investors to create various economic areas as part of the ongoing energy transformation. Full article

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Risk Management Using Network Thinking Methodology on the Example of Rail Transport

by Agnieszka Bekisz, Magdalena Kowacka, Michał Kruszyński, Dominika Dudziak-Gajowiak and Grzegorz Debita

Energies 2022, 15(14), 5100; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/en15145100 - 13 Jul 2022

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The purpose of the article is to define the risk factors in rail transport and to show that the lack of sufficient identification of risks in individual phases affects the implementation of this type of transport. A literature study has been conducted to identify key risk factors and their impact on rail transport in Poland. For this purpose, a list of railway accidents in 2010–2020 in which people were injured, or there were significant losses in terms of the environment was presented. The realization of the objective focused on research proceedings covering the theoretical and cognitive sphere. This study included an analysis of the existing theoretical heritage in the area of risk management processes in rail transport, as well as a survey of the empirical research, which concentrated on the identification and assessment of key factors that influence the realization of rail transport in Poland. The work is of a utilitarian nature, as the need for conscious risk management has been demonstrated in rail transport, and guidelines for risk management in rail transport have been developed. In addition, the paper presents the possibilities offered by modeling a problem situation with the help of network thinking methodology for solving complex problems, including supporting creativity on the example of railroad transport in Poland. To define problem situations in the studied area, a complex process of a multifaceted approach to the analyzed issue is required. When assessing the effectiveness of risk management in rail transport, one should take into account the adverse factors influencing the studied phenomenon. The main sources used to write this article were the available literature in the field of emergency management and publications on railroad transport. The conclusions have been based on the results of logical analysis, verified empirically with the use of statistical methods. Full article

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Customer-Centric, Two-Product Split Delivery Vehicle Routing Problem under Consideration of Weighted Customer Waiting Time in Power Industry

by Xiaxia Ma, Wenliang Bian, Wenchao Wei and Fei Wei

Energies 2022, 15(10), 3546; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/en15103546 - 12 May 2022

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This paper introduces a new model of the customer-centric, two-product split delivery vehicle routing problem (CTSDVRP) in the context of a mixed-flow manufacturing system that occurs in the power industry. Different from the general VRP model, the unique characteristics of our model are: (1) two types of products are delivered, and the demand for them is interdependent and based on a bill of materials (BOM); (2) the paper considers a new aspect in customer satisfaction, i.e., the consideration of the production efficiency on the customer side. In our model, customer satisfaction is not measured by the actual customer waiting time, but by the weighted customer waiting time, which is based on the targeted service rate of the end products. We define the targeted service rate as the ratio of the quantity of the end product produced by the corresponding delivery quantities of the two products to the demand of the end product. We propose a hybrid ant colony-genetic optimization algorithm to solve this model with actual data from a case study of the State Grid Corporation of China. Finally, a case study is explored to assess the effectiveness of the CTSDVRP model and highlight some insights. The results show that the CTSDVRP model can improve customer satisfaction and increase the average targeted service rate of the end products effectively. Full article

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Alternative Methods of Replacing Electric Batteries in Public Transport Vehicles

by Dariusz Masłowski, Ewa Kulińska and Łukasz Krzewicki

Energies 2023, 16(15), 5828; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/en16155828 - 06 Aug 2023

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Current electric vehicle solutions offer the possibility of a fully electrified bus fleet, although due to financial constraints, most cities cannot afford it. Therefore, the possibility of battery replacement is a needed alternative to the electrification process of a city’s bus fleet. The aim of this study is to investigate the needs of cities and present the concept of battery replacement in an electric bus. The research was based on two groups of selected Polish cities: (1) up to 150,000 inhabitants, and (2) up to 1 million inhabitants. The research part includes an analysis of the means of transport in provincial cities in Poland, an analysis of the kilometers covered by the city fleet, the average distances covered by buses per day, and an estimate of the number of battery replacements. The concept is based on current technological solutions. The description of the concept includes the proposed battery and the technology used, the placement of the battery in the vehicle, and the replacement scheme. Research indicates that the concept can be used with existing technology but will be more justifiable for a larger city due to the higher fleet load. The paper shows the importance of researching bus electrification solutions and that modern solutions can improve existing urban networks in cities. Full article

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Analysis of Pyrolysis Kinetic Parameters Based on Various Mathematical Models for More than Twenty Different Biomasses: A Review

by José Juan Alvarado Flores, Jorge Víctor Alcaraz Vera, María Liliana Ávalos Rodríguez, Luis Bernardo López Sosa, José Guadalupe Rutiaga Quiñones, Luís Fernando Pintor Ibarra, Francisco Márquez Montesino and Roberto Aguado Zarraga

Energies 2022, 15(18), 6524; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/en15186524 - 07 Sep 2022

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Today, energy use is an important and urgent issue for economic development worldwide. It is expected that raw material in the form of biomass and lignocellulosic residues will become increasingly significant sources of sustainable energy in the future because they contain components such as cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, and extractables with high energy-producing potential. It is then essential to determine the behavior of these materials during thermal degradation processes, such as pyrolysis (total or partial absence of air/oxygen). Pyrolyzed biomass and its residual fractions can be processed to produce important chemical products, such as hydrogen gas (H₂). Thermogravimetric (TGA) analysis and its derivative, DTG, are analytical techniques used to determine weight loss as a function of temperature or time and associate changes with certain degradation and mass conversion processes in order to evaluate kinetic properties. Applying kinetic methods (mathematical models) to degradation processes permits obtaining several useful parameters for predicting the behavior of biomass during pyrolysis. Current differential (Friedman) and integral (Flynn–Wall–Ozawa, Kissinger–Akahira–Sunose, Starink, Popescu) models vary in their range of heating speeds (β) and degree of advance (α), but some (e.g., Kissinger’s) do not consider the behavior of α. This article analyzes the results of numerous kinetic studies using pyrolysis and based on thermogravimetric processes involving over 20 distinct biomasses. The main goal of those studies was to generate products with high added value, such as bio-char, methane, hydrogen, and biodiesel. This broad review identifies models and determines the potential of lignocellulosic materials for generating bioenergy cleanly and sustainably. Full article

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