Maximizing economic and sustainable energy transition: An integrated framework for renewable energy communities

Qiuling Teng, Xianjin Wang, Nasir Hussain and Saddam Hussain

Energy, 2025, vol. 317, issue C

Abstract: This study explores how renewable energy communities (RECs), leveraging regional resources and community involvement, can contribute to advancing sustainable energy transitions. The proposal is an integrated framework that combines an optimization model with the principles outlined in the EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED II). The model optimizes the allocation of photovoltaic (PV) and wind capacity while facilitating power sharing and addressing investment and operational strategies within RECs. The framework accounts for factors such as geographic location, regulatory constraints, and financial incentives, aiming to maximize resource utilization and promote energy self-sufficiency. Sensitivity analyses and case studies demonstrate the model's effectiveness, providing insights into optimal revenue generation and investment strategies. By linking theory with practice, this study advances the understanding of REC initiatives and highlights their role in accelerating the adoption of renewable energy. Our findings offer valuable guidance for policymakers and REC stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of integrated approaches in energy transition planning.

Keywords: Renewable energy communities; Inventive optimization; REC initiatives; Wind capacity; Integrated framework (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2025.134544

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