Sustained policy support is necessary in order to drive a transition toward renewable energy (RE). The ability to realize RE policy objectives is constrained by a range of geographic factors related to resource potential, the distribution of resources, land availability/suitability, the...

In this paper is presented the application of a comprehensive methodology for the prediction of the photovoltaic (PV) potential in building façade surfaces and particularly with an application example for the Greek residential sector. The methodology is based on the determination of typical...

A geodatabase of tidal constituents is developed to present the regional assessment of tidal stream power resource in the USA. Tidal currents are numerically modeled with the Regional Ocean Modeling System (ROMS) and calibrated with the available measurements of tidal current speeds and water...

Smart grid – the automation of electric grid is an emerging basket of interdisciplinary technologies, aimed towards bringing a revolution in the management of electricity networks. The benefits, risks and challenges involved in smart grid and compared with the existing grid are analysed so as...