This paper introduces the exergy efficiency that takes into account both the quantity and
quality of energy, and constructs a bi-level planning optimization model of the regional …

The energy-intensive industry sector, including the metal industry, strongly depends on
resilient energy supply concepts. Environmental concerns, eg about the future availability of …

This paper deals with a combined study of production, reliability and inventory consisting of
a single manufacturer and a single retailer with two types of model structures: crisp and …

This work presents a Mixed Integer Linear Programming formulation to optimize the design
of microgrids and aggregated energy systems, including all the required constraints to …

The increase in global energy demands has led to the need for efficient decarbonisation
systems to produce renewable energy. One example of such system is the biomass …

abstract Bioenergy parks are multi-product industrial complexes that convert residual
biomass from agro-food systems into valuable products such as biofuel and power. By …

Purpose Smart grid is an integration between traditional electricity grid and communication
systems and networks. Providing reliable services and functions is a critical challenge for the …

Polygeneration systems produce multiple energy streams and other useful outputs at high
efficiency and lower environmental impact than stand-alone systems. The interdependency …

Heating of buildings refers to the infrastructure systems of life support. Reliability
assessment is an integral part of the operation of equipment for heating systems. The …

Identifying and harnessing energy sources that offer sustainability and reliability have been
and continue to be constant challenges in the search for renewable energy resources. Many …