Many studies have been conducted on the distribution network expansion planning (DNEP)
problem in recent years. The primary goal of this issue is to satisfy electric load demand …

The digitalization transforms grids into a much more complex grid structure than it is today.
Based on this transformation, commitments to renewable energy sources (RESs), energy …

It is critical to determine which factors impact more smart grid investments and which smart
grid investment policy is more suitable for renewable energy projects. Nonetheless, a limited …

In this paper, we present a comprehensive and innovative framework for optimizing planning
in power distribution systems. Firstly, we introduce various types of planning involved in …

Emergence of flexibility devices into smart power systems can assist the power system
operators in making effective and economical decisions for the power system scheduling …

The advancement of renewable energy (RE) represents a pivotal strategy in mitigating
climate change and advancing energy transition efforts. A current of research pertains to …

This paper presents a multi-stage expansion model for the co-planning of transmission lines,
battery energy storage (ES), and wind power plants (WPP). High penetration of renewable …

With the increasing of fluctuating renewable energy, the large demand for flexible resources
makes the integrated design of energy construction and management between transmission …

Decentralised flexibility options connected to the distribution grid can be used for congestion
management in the transmission grid. Their potential contribution for the transmission grid in …

Recently, the energy demand has increased dramatically on a global scale, driving the need
to expand existing electrical systems to ensure service coverage, efficiency, and reliability …