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Chairs: Boyu Qin, Xi'an Jiaotong University, China

            Yongxi Zhang, Changsha University of Science and Technology, China

Keywords:

• Low-carbon planning

• Optimal scheduling

• Multi-energy integration

• Renewable energy

• Flexible resources

Summary:

The imperative for transitioning to low-carbon energy systems is propelled by climate change concerns and the rapid expansion of power demands.  Integrated energy systems, incorporating various distributed energy resources, renewable energy systems, and energy storage systems, emerge as essential technical pathways to ensure supply-demand alignment and optimize operations within the evolving energy system paradigm.

However, current research on the low carbon operation and planning of integrated energy systems faces numerous technical hurdles. Market-oriented operation and business models need further refinement, hindering the comprehensive exploration and utilization of the potential inherent in multiple flexible resources. Furthermore, the integration of various energy types such as thermal energy, natural gas, and hydrogen holds promise for enhancing flexibility and improving benefits within integrated energy systems.

This special session aims to serve as a platform for researchers and engineers worldwide to share innovative ideas concerning the low carbon operation and planning of integrated energy systems. Additionally, it seeks to highlight the latest research advancements in the development of fundamental models and explore the role of heterogeneous energy in shaping the future of integrated energy systems.

Topics:

• Techno-economic analyses for the low carbon transition in integrated energy systems

• Heterogeneous energy networks construction and modeling technology

• Optimal operation and planning of integrated energy systems

• Advanced decarbonization techniques and mechanisms in integrated energy systems

• Multi-level market trading technology for integrated energy systems

• Demand forecasting of multiple loads for integrated energy systems

• Reliability evaluation for integrated energy systems

• Advanced machine learning techniques and their innovative applications in integrated energy systems

Chair: Zhefei Pan, Chongqing University, China

Keywords:

• Renewable energy conversion

• Energy storage technologies

• Sustainability

• Decarbonization

Summary:

This session will explore the latest innovations and advancements in the field of renewable energy conversion and storage. Speakers will present cutting-edge research and case studies that address the challenges and opportunities in developing efficient, scalable, and grid-compatible renewable energy systems. Topics will include novel energy conversion techniques, advanced energy storage solutions, grid integration strategies, and the role of renewable energy in driving sustainable development and decarbonization efforts.

Topics:

• Emerging renewable energy conversion technologies

• High-efficiency energy storage systems

• Grid integration and optimization of renewable energy sources

• Hybrid renewable energy systems and microgrids

• Life-cycle assessment and environmental impact of renewable energy systems

• Policy, regulatory, and economic frameworks for renewable energy adoption

• Technological advancements and future trends in renewable energy conversion and storage

Chair: Chenyu Xu, Zhejiang University, China

Keywords:

• Catalytic mechanism

• Functional materials

• Energy conversion

• Renewable energy

• Environmental pollution control

Summary:

Under the significant pressure of energy security and the transition to a zero-carbon future, the vigorous development of renewable energy is imperative. The transformation of renewable energy into fuels and chemicals represents a revolutionary change in the way energy is produced. This conversion and storage process aligns well with the modern energy framework, which can alleviate our country's dependence on energy imports and meet the significant needs for sustainable development. 

There are various critical catalytic steps in the energy conversion process. Photo/thermal/electro-catalytic technologies that efficiently utilize renewable energy can simultaneously achieve the production of clean energy, environmental pollution control, and energy conversion. 

This special session aims to provide a platform for researchers and scholars from around the world to share cutting-edge concepts in material design, reaction path selection, and mechanisms of action during the energy conversion process, and to explore their role in promoting the future energy structure.

Topics:

• Key Catalytic Technologies in the Solar Energy Conversion Process

• Research on Reaction Pathways and Material Design of Photoelectroctalysis

• Exploration in Reaction and Catalytic Mechanism of Photocatalysis

• Performance Enhancement and Reaction Pathway Selection of Electrocatalysis

• Exploration of Heterogeneous Interface Catalytic Reaction Processes

• Investigation of Synergy Mechanisms between Solar Thermal and Non-thermal Effects

• Energy Transfer and Conversion in Complex Physical Fields

• Design and Application of Advanced Materials

• Environmental Pollution Control and Ecological Protection

Chair: Liang Yuan, Central South University, China

Co-chairs: Feifei Bai, The University of Queensland, Australia

                 Jingjie Huang, Changsha University of Science and Technology, China

Keywords:

• Renewable power systems

• Power electronics converters

• Small-disturbance stability

• Transient stability

• Fault ride-through

Summary:

The global energy transition has accelerated the development of renewable energy power systems, with a significant amount of renewable energy being integrated into the grid through power electronic converters. Unlike traditional synchronous generators, the dynamic behavior of renewable energy generators is primarily determined by control strategies. The large-scale integration of renewable energy will profoundly alter the dynamic characteristics of power systems. Consequently, renewable energy power systems face unprecedented challenges in both small-signal and transient stability. Despite various analytical methods and stability control schemes proposed by current research, there are still deficiencies in stability studies at both single machine and system level. Additionally, breakthroughs are needed in the fundamental theories of synchronous operation for heterogeneous renewable energy grid-connected devices and large-scale renewable energy integration. Therefore, it is imperative to analyze and enhance the stability of high-renewable and high-power-electronics power systems from multiple dimensions, including equipment, control, and system operation.

This special session aims to provide a platform for researchers and engineers from around the world to share innovative ideas on the stability of renewable energy power systems and explore potential future directions in stability research for these systems.

Topics:

• Modelling of renewable power systems for the analysis and control of small-disturbance and transient stability

• Modelling and control of grid-following and grid-forming based renewable power generation

• Mechanisms and control strategies for active support of frequency and voltage in renewable power systems

• Modelling of heterogeneous renewable generators for the analysis and control of small-disturbance and transient stability

• Transient stability enhancement with the control of renewable generators

• Oscillation active suppression with the control of renewable generators

• Fault ride-through and recovery strategies of renewable power system and generators

• Industrial cases and experience

Session Ⅴ - Advanced Future Technologies for Clean Energy: A Path to Carbon Neutrality（DDL: 2024.11.30）

Chair: Hao Lu, Xinjiang University, China

Co-chair: Wenjun Zhao, University of Nottingham, UK

Keywords: 

• Carbon neutral

• Low-carbon technology

• Energy environment

• Clean energy power generation technology

• CCUS technology

Summary:

The major challenge of global warming has made energy conservation and emission reduction one of the international priorities. In response to the current urgent energy and environmental crisis, many countries are vigorously developing renewable energy such as solar and wind energy, improving energy efficiency, promoting low-carbon technologies, actively promoting the reform of the energy system, and formulating a timetable for implementing carbon neutrality tasks. At present, the research and application of carbon neutral technology has become an important field of scientific and technological innovation, which not only promotes the development of new industries, but also injects new energy into economic development. In-depth research on ways and means to achieve carbon neutrality is essential for building a clean, efficient and sustainable energy system, as well as for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving energy security and promoting socio-economic change. Achieving dual carbon targets will require collaboration between governments, research institutions and businesses. Contribute to a green, healthy and prosperous society by jointly promoting technological innovation and developing carbon-neutral stimulus policies. Every country, organization and individual has an important role to play in the global transition to green energy. Through continuous innovation, continuous investment and determined actions, we will eventually create an energy system dominated by clean energy and realize a bright future in which human beings and nature coexist in harmony.

Topics:

• Advanced Future Technologies for Clean Energy: A Path to Carbon Neutrality

Session Ⅵ - Problems and Challenges across Multi-media Environments and Climate Change under Green and Low-carbon Energy Transition（DDL: 2024.10.31）

Chair: Hezhong Tian, Beijing Normal University, China

Co-chairs: Fumo Yang, Sichuan University, China

                 Xinghua Li, Beihang University, China

Keywords: 

• Multi-media environment pollution

• Atmospheric environment

• Heavy and rare metals

• Climate change

• Environment contaminates exposure and human health

Summary:

Under the rigorous goals of achieving carbon neutrality around the mid of this century, green and renewable energy sources like wind energy, solar energy and biomass energy have been witnessed a rapid development and transition of fossil-fuel energy in recent years across different countries and regions. Human society has been on a rapid expressway toward a green and low-carbon transition. Nevertheless, a series of problems and challenges associated with multi-media environments and climate change have happened or are emerging, such as conventional and non-conventional pollutants as well as new contaminants or pollutants emitted into atmosphere, water and soil environments; resources intension and environmental pollution of heavy metals and rare metals; Not-in-My-Back-Yard disputes associated with biomass energy power plants and nuclear power plants development; problems and challenges associated with treatments and disposals of waste batteries, waste blades of wind energy and waste solar cells, etc. 

This special session aims to provide a discussion and exchange platform for researchers and scholars from around the world to share cutting-edge knowledge and new insights on various aspects and topics of problems and challenges across multi-media environments (air, water, soil, etc.) and climate Change under the rapid development of green and low-carbon energy transition. The topics can cover but not limited as follows:

Topics:

• Occurrence, fate, and transport of conventional or emerging contaminants in the atmospheric environment

• Occurrence, fate, and transport of conventional or emerging contaminants in water environment

• Occurrence, fate, and transport of conventional or emerging contaminants in soil environment

• Advanced pollution control technologies, like ultra-low emission control technologies, CCUS, etc.

• Theories and practices on collaborative efforts to reduce carbon emissions and air pollution

• Energy transition and climate change

• Interactions between extreme weather and air pollution

• Environment contaminates exposure and human health

• Metal resource exploitation and recirculation

Session Ⅷ - New Energy Materials and Technology（DDL:2024.10.31 ）

Chair: Yunxiao Wang, Institute of Energy Materials Science, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, China

Keywords: 

• Advanced Batteries

• Electrocatalysis and Electrosynthesis

• Green Hydrogen Energy

• Energy Storage and Conversion

Summary:

As global energy demand continues to grow and environmental protection awareness increases, countries around the world have set goals for energy transition and low-carbon development. China has proposed to achieve carbon peak and carbon neutrality by promoting clean energy transformation, improving energy efficiency, and strengthening technological innovation. Advanced battery technology, electrocatalysis and electrosynthesis, as well as green hydrogen energy play important roles in the global energy transition and low-carbon development. Governments worldwide actively promote the research and application of these technologies through policy-making and measures, providing strong support for achieving sustainable development goals. In the future, with continuous technological advancement and innovation, these fields will continue to make greater contributions to optimizing the global energy structure and protecting the ecological environment.

Topics:

• Metal-sulfur Batteries

• Sodium-ion Batteries

• Aqueous Batteries

• Extreme Condition Batteries

• Hydrogen Fuel Cells Carbon

• Capture and Carbon Reduction