The shift toward a sustainable future demands substantial investments in green technologies and infrastructure, with green finance emerging as a pivotal driver for mobilizing such investments. This paper introduces a novel framework for green investment models and platforms tailored specifically...

This systematic literature review critically examines sustainability challenges and opportunities within fibre-based process industries (e.g., paper and nonwoven), pivotal energy-intensive sectors in the EU. Using an adapted PRISMA guideline, it analyses the evolution of sustainability concepts,...

In the wake of increasing global emphasis on sustainable environmental practices, South African organisations strive to integrate green business principles into their strategies. The paper's objective was to evaluate the importance and implementation of an energy policy within the financial...

The presented article investigates the effects of technical innovations in administrative buildings on the financial side of the business, with a main focus on reducing energy costs and energy consumption. The administrative buildings in a business contribute significantly to the business’s...

Green technologies are innovative methods for reducing environmental impact and enhancing resource efficiency, thereby significantly promoting sustainable power production. This comprehensive review has been discussed the significant impact of energy management and green technology on advancing...

Hydrogen presents a unique opportunity to transform Integrated Energy Systems (IES) by enhancing efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability across electricity, heat, and transport sectors. This comprehensive review examines hydrogen's complete supply chain - production, storage, and...

Die Herausforderungen einer erfolgreichen digitalen Transformation unter gleichzeitiger Berücksichtigung eines nachhaltigen Wirtschaftens bereiten Unternehmen und Organisationen Kopfzerbrechen. Der Ansatz der sogenannten "Twin Transformation", welcher die Synergiepotenziale zwischen digitaler...

The proliferation of advanced metering systems has enabled decentralized energy management, allowing prosumers to optimize usage and trading. This study introduces a machine-learning enhanced HEMS framework operating in three stages: asset scheduling, bid optimization, and real-time adjustment....

This study presents a methodology to enhance energy management systems (EMS) in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. A novel surrogate-assisted optimization framework is employed, incorporating key performance metrics such as fuel efficiency...

This research investigates carbon neutrality methods while concentrating on China's aggressive carbon neutrality targets and its renewable energy investment programs. Climate-compatible development serves as a key mechanism which enables economic development alongside sustainable goals. This...

Vor dem Hintergrund zunehmender regulatorischer Anforderungen im Bereich der Energie- und Klimapolitik, aber auch vor dem Hintergrund steigender Energiepreise gewinnen Energiemanagementsysteme und Emissionsbilanzierungssysteme auch für kleine und mittelgroße Handwerksbetriebe an Bedeutung. Der...

This study presents a comprehensive framework designed to optimise energy management in low-income schools in developing regions, specifically aiming to address challenges such as limited resources, lack of technical skills, unreliable energy infrastructure, and low levels of energy literacy....

Energy communities are expected to play an essential role in the low-carbon transition, yet their performance is often constrained by volatile weather conditions, limited historical data, and a lack of deployable Energy Management Systems (EMSs) suited to emerging settings. This study develops a...

Although the integration of renewable energy sources (RES), battery storage systems, vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technologies, and power-to-gas (P2G) have been introduced for expediting the net-zero target achievements, however they introduce significant challenges related to resource management,...

Given the escalating threat of climate change, the potential of artificial intelligence to revolutionize global sustainability efforts lies in its ability to optimize energy management and enhance energy efficiency, thereby paving the way for a greener future. This study investigates the impact...

The rapid adoption of electric vehicles necessitates comprehensive charging infrastructure development on university campuses. This study evaluates the technical, economic, and environmental feasibility of implementing EV charging infrastructure at the University of South Africa Florida Campus...

Background In the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing hospital operations by enhancing operational efficiency and patient care. This study focuses on the integration of AI in energy management within Italian hospitals and the role of energy...

Der Artikel beschreibt zunächst die aktuellen technischen und regulatorischen Rahmenbedingungen für Lastverschiebung im Prosumer-Haushalt. Seit Ende 2023 sind alle Rahmenbedingungen weitestgehend definiert, um in den nächsten Jahren automatisierte tarifbasierte Lastverschiebungen in den Markt...

Der stetige Wandel von einer auf fossilen Rohstoffen basierenden Energieversorgung hin zu einer Versorgung auf Basis erneuerbarer Energien dient u. a. dem Ziel der Reduzierung des Kohlenstoffdioxidausstoßes. Dieser Wandel führt neben der Einsparung von Kohlenstoffdioxid zu einem...

The presented article investigates the effects of technical innovations in administrative buildings on the financial side of the business, with a main focus on reducing energy costs and energy consumption. The administrative buildings in a business contribute significantly to the business’s...

Der stetige Wandel von einer auf fossilen Rohstoffen basierenden Energieversorgung hin zu einer Versorgung auf Basis erneuerbarer Energien dient u.a. dem Ziel der Reduzierung des Kohlenstoffdioxidausstoßes. Dieser Wandel führt neben der Einsparung von Kohlenstoffdioxid zu einem Handlungsbedarf...

Purpose To address complex societal challenges, particularly in the context of climate change, there is a growing interest in employing interdisciplinary ethnographic research (IER). This paper examines the experiences associated with participating in IER, drawing insights from a collaboration...

The energy supply sector, encompassing vital components such as generation, transmission, and distribution, holds a pivotal role in satisfying the energy demands of modern society. Its intricate web of technologies and infrastructure ensures the reliable provision of electricity from diverse...

The use of distributed energy resources (DER) programs, which include separate renewable energy (RE) programs, has expanded in residential as well as commercial structures as an outcome of recent technological developments. The virtual power plant (VPP) may improve the security and reliability...

Aim: This paper aims to identify the characteristic variables that influence firms' resource efficiency awareness and subsequently group countries based on the similarities of these influencing factors. Design / Research methods: We utilize data from the GESIS Data Archive and Flash...

Objective: The objective of the article is to classify European Union (EU) member states according to similarity in the area of sustainable development goal 7 (SDG7) of the United Nations (UN) Agenda 2030 on affordable and clean energy. Research Design & Methods: We conducted a hierarchy of EU...

Chapter 1 – Digital Sustainability -- Chapter 2 – Green IT: The evolution of environmental concerns within ICT policy, research and practice -- Chapter 3 – Interacting digital and sustainability transformation through artificial intelligence -- Chapter 4 – Digital transformation and AI...