Amis and Scope

Journal of Renewable Energy and Sustainable Engineering (JRESE) is a scientific, open-access, peer-reviewed journal. It publishes research papers describing topics at the intersection of energy generation, sustainability, green technologies, sustainable environmental applications, and engineering innovations aimed at fostering a sustainable future. Here is an outline of the key areas that the journal deals with.

  1. Civil Engineering (Structures, Buildings, Infrastructure)
  • Sustainable Building Materials: Development and application of eco-friendly construction materials, such as recycled concrete, fly ash, green composites, and low-carbon cement.
  • Green Building Design: Design principles for energy-efficient, low-carbon buildings, including LEED and BREEAM standards.
  • Structural Engineering for Renewable Installations: Structural design and stability of renewable energy installations like solar farms, wind turbines, and offshore platforms.
  • Sustainable Construction Practices: Minimizing waste, reducing resource consumption, and incorporating circular economy principles in construction.
  • Earthquake and Disaster-Resilient Sustainable Structures: Designing sustainable buildings and infrastructure with enhanced resilience to natural disasters.
  • Water Management in Civil Infrastructure: Sustainable urban drainage systems, green roofs, and rainwater harvesting for sustainable water use and management.
  • Lifecycle Assessment (LCA) of Infrastructure Projects: Environmental impact assessment across the lifecycle of construction projects to ensure sustainable development.
  • Smart and Sustainable Cities: Integration of renewable energy, green spaces, and energy-efficient infrastructure in urban planning and smart city development.
  1. Sustainable Environmental Remediation Technologies
  • Bioremediation: Utilizing microorganisms, plants (phytoremediation), and fungi (mycoremediation) to break down or remove contaminants from soil, water, and air in an eco-friendly manner.
  • Phytoremediation and Phytostabilization: Using plants to absorb or stabilize heavy metals, pesticides, and other pollutants in soils and water bodies.
  • Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs): Employing sustainable techniques such as photocatalysis, Fenton reactions, and ozonation for degrading organic contaminants in wastewater and air purification.
  • Nanotechnology in Remediation: Using nanoparticles, especially biodegradable or non-toxic nanomaterials, to enhance contaminant removal while minimizing secondary environmental impact.
  • Electrochemical Remediation: Techniques like electrocoagulation, electrokinetic remediation, and electro-Fenton processes to treat contaminated water and soils with a lower environmental footprint.
  • Adsorption and Filtration with Sustainable Materials: Developing adsorbents from natural and renewable sources, such as biochar, activating carbon from agricultural waste, and metal-organic frameworks, for removing pollutants.
  • Green Solvent and Surfactant-Based Remediation: Using environmentally friendly solvents and surfactants to dissolve and remove pollutants without generating harmful by-products.
  • In Situ and Ex Situ Remediation Technologies: Sustainable methods for on-site (in situ) treatment, like permeable reactive barriers, and off-site (ex situ) treatment, with minimal energy and resource inputs.
  • Sustainable Solid Waste Management and Landfill Remediation: Strategies for handling hazardous waste, recycling, and the rehabilitation of contaminated landfill sites through energy-efficient and low-impact processes.
  • Monitoring and Assessment of Remediation Impact: Lifecycle assessment (LCA) and other methodologies to evaluate the environmental footprint of remediation efforts, ensuring long-term sustainability of restoration efforts.
  1. Mechanical Engineering
  • Renewable Energy Systems and Equipment Design: Design and optimization of renewable energy equipment, such as solar collectors, wind turbines, and geothermal systems.
  • Energy Efficiency in Mechanical Systems: Design and improvement of HVAC, lighting, and mechanical systems for energy conservation.
  • Thermal Management and Waste Heat Recovery: Systems for capturing and reusing waste heat from industrial and transportation sources.
  • Advanced Manufacturing for Sustainability: Green manufacturing techniques, additive manufacturing, and material efficiency in production processes.
  • Sustainable Fuel and Engine Technologies: Development of cleaner combustion engines, alternative fuels, and hydrogen-fuel-based systems.
  • Vibration and Noise Control: Techniques for reducing environmental noise and vibration pollution from renewable energy systems, such as wind farms.
  • Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems for Renewable Applications: Designing fluid power systems for hydroelectric, wave, and tidal energy technologies.
  1. Chemical Engineering
  • Renewable Fuel Production: Development of biofuels, hydrogen, and synthetic fuels from renewable resources, including biomass and water electrolysis.
  • Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS): Technologies for capturing, storing, and converting CO₂ into valuable products.
  • Catalysis and Reaction Engineering for Sustainability: Catalysts and reactor designs for sustainable chemical processes, including photocatalysis and electrocatalysis.
  • Green Chemistry and Process Engineering: Development of chemical processes with minimal waste, low energy requirements, and reduced toxicity.
  • Water Treatment and Purification: Sustainable methods for treating wastewater, desalination, and removing contaminants from industrial effluents.
  • Electrochemical Engineering for Energy: Development of fuel cells, electrolyzers, and batteries, focusing on sustainable and efficient energy conversion.
  • Circular Economy in Chemical Processing: Recycling and reusing chemicals, reducing waste, and utilizing industrial by-products in chemical processes.
  1. Electrical Engineering
  • Power Electronics for Renewable Energy Integration: Design and optimization of inverters, converters, and controllers for integrating renewable energy into the grid.
  • Smart Grid and Energy Management Systems: Development of systems for grid stability, demand response, and integration of distributed renewable energy sources.
  • Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Charging Infrastructure: Advances in electric vehicle technology, fast-charging infrastructure, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) systems.
  • Battery Technology and Energy Storage: Design, optimization, and materials development for high-performance batteries and other storage systems.
  • Microgrids and Distributed Generation: Design and control of microgrid systems to enable decentralized, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions.
  • Power System Protection and Reliability: Systems to enhance the resilience and reliability of renewable-powered electrical grids.
  • Wireless Power Transfer: Innovations in inductive charging for electric vehicles, renewable energy devices, and sustainable buildings.
  1. Architectural Engineering
  • Energy-Efficient Building Design: Passive and active strategies for reducing energy demand in buildings, such as natural ventilation, insulation, and solar orientation.
  • Net-Zero and Carbon-Neutral Buildings: Design of buildings that achieve zero energy or net-zero carbon footprints through renewable energy and energy-efficient systems.
  • Sustainable Materials in Architecture: Use of low-impact, renewable, and recycled materials in architectural design.
  • Green Roofs and Living Walls: Implementation of vegetation in architectural designs for energy efficiency, thermal regulation, and enhanced biodiversity.
  • Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Sustainability: Leveraging BIM technology to design sustainable buildings and assess environmental impact.
  • Daylighting and Indoor Environmental Quality: Use of natural light, thermal comfort, and air quality control for healthier, energy-efficient buildings.
  • Adaptive and Resilient Architectural Design: Architecture that can adapt to climate change impacts and extreme weather events while remaining sustainable.
  1. Computer Engineering
  • AI and Machine Learning in Renewable Energy: Applications of artificial intelligence for predictive maintenance, demand forecasting, and optimization of renewable energy systems.
  • IoT in Smart Grids and Smart Cities: Internet of Things (IoT) technology for monitoring, control, and optimization of renewable energy systems and urban infrastructure.
  • Cybersecurity for Renewable Energy Systems: Ensuring secure data exchange, monitoring, and operation of renewable and distributed energy resources.
  • Big Data Analytics for Energy Efficiency: Analyzing energy usage data to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize grid management.
  • Digital Twins for Renewable Energy Systems: Creating digital models of renewable systems for monitoring performance, simulating changes, and planning maintenance.
  • Edge and Cloud Computing for Energy Management: Leveraging computing resources to manage and optimize energy use in buildings, smart grids, and industrial processes.
  • Blockchain in Energy Transactions: Implementing blockchain for secure, decentralized energy trading, and peer-to-peer renewable energy transactions.
  1. Road and Transportation Engineering
  • Sustainable Transportation Infrastructure: Design and maintenance of infrastructure for public transit, cycling, and electric vehicles.
  • Pavement Recycling and Green Materials: Using recycled materials and sustainable alternatives in road construction and pavement rehabilitation.
  • Low-Carbon Road Construction Techniques: Reducing the carbon footprint of road and bridge construction through innovative materials and methods.
  • Electric and Autonomous Vehicle Infrastructure: Planning for electric vehicle charging stations and autonomous vehicle road systems.
  • Transportation Systems Optimization: Reducing fuel consumption and emissions through traffic flow management, congestion mitigation, and intelligent transport systems.
  • Public Transportation and Mass Transit Innovations: Enhancing sustainability in urban transportation through efficient mass transit, reducing reliance on personal vehicles.
  • Life Cycle Assessment of Transportation Projects: Environmental impact assessments for transportation infrastructure, from construction to operation and maintenance.