A systematic review of transformers and large language models in the energy sector: towards agentic digital twins

Uncertainty in modelling the demand for minerals from the energy sector at a country-level: a case study of Saudi Arabia

From traditional to digital: The paradigm shift in the energy sector through green innovation

Mechanistic insights into electric field-assisted nanofiltration for efficient lithium-magnesium separation.

Impact of ESG performance on the cost of capital in the energy, utilities, and basic materials sectors

State intervention in the economy can significantly influence the development of the renewable energy (RE) sector. Historically, this role has been fulfilled by state-owned Enterprises (SOEs), which continue to dominate energy production and distribution despite privatization processes. Economic theory suggests that SOEs could drive the green energy transition by implementing RE policies, a view reinforced by recent government initiatives linking SOEs to decarbonization efforts. However, the regulatory and economic advantages that SOEs often enjoy due to their links with the government can endanger competition and potentially set back the transition process. Against this backdrop, this paper examines key WTO law provisions that may apply to the use of state ownership in economic actors to promote the development of the RE sector. The objective is to assess whether the existing WTO legal framework may limit or support the use of SOEs for RE purposes to achieve a green energy transition. The study suggests that while WTO law does not explicitly prohibit Members from employing SOEs to promote RE development, significant legal ambiguities persist regarding their activities as trade-related tools for decarbonization. The paper concludes with recommendations to enhance clarity and encourage the use of WTO mechanisms to support innovation and trade-related climate solutions.

Bacteriogenic metallic and semiconducting nano-system as a potential sustainable solution for one health complexities.

Recent progress of metallic nanomaterials in energy, biomedical and environment sector

Ecological and energy sector impacts of bisphenol compounds: A case study on their distribution in Bohai Bay seawater

Asymmetric and heterogeneous impacts of climate policy uncertainty on risk spillovers in China’s traditional energy sector: A tail risk spillover network approach

Survival of the largest: Why regulators fail to develop a heterogeneous wind energy sector

Monetary policy shocks and sectoral heterogeneity in clean energy markets.

Justice and modern slavery in energy sector value chains

This research evaluated the financial performance indicators, including Return on Equity (ROE), Return on Assets (ROA), Gross Profit Margin (GPM), and Net Profit Margin (NPM), that influenced the pricing of Sharia coal stocks, impacting economic decisions. This research employed a quantitative descriptive method utilizing secondary data derived using purposive sampling. The sample comprised 25 energy or coal sector companies listed on the IDX and the Sharia Securities List (DES) for the 2020 to 2023 period. This research analyzed financial performance variables for companies issuing Sharia stocks, offering an overview of the evolution of Sharia stocks, which presents a novel viewpoint on the state of the Sharia capital market. Investment is crucial in fostering economic growth in both industrialized and developing nations. Hence, this research seeks to enhance investors’ and potential investors’ comprehension of financial reports by providing a solid platform for informed investment decisions.

A novel hybrid model for supplier selection problem based on the viability and industry 5.0 pillars: Application in the energy sector

Aquavoltaics policy has been introduced in Taiwan to promote the integration of solar photovoltaic facilities on aquafarms. To explore the effects of the aquavoltaics policy on aquafarm price and small-scale aquaculture, we collected data on aquaculture and renewable energy materials. Subsequently, three groups of factors that influence the use of aquafarms (land, aquaculture, and renewable energy attributes) were analyzed using the hedonic price model to examine the effects of the aquavoltaics policy on aquafarm prices. We employed spatial econometrics models to estimate each variable's influence and analyze the factors that affect aquafarm prices, as well as the possible effects of implementing an aquavoltaics policy. The empirical results indicate that the implementation of the Two-Year Solar Promotion Plan has led to an approximately 10% increase in aquafarm prices, reflecting the policy’s influence on land valuation and market expectations. Variables such as distance to urban areas, proximity to feeder lines, shellfish farming and empty ponds were found to significantly affect aquafarm prices. These findings suggest that when aquavoltaics policies are implemented in regions dominated by small-scale aquaculture, a systematic approach to aquafarm use and pricing is required. Moreover, developing integrated energy blueprints and aquavoltaic plans that balance economic, environmental, and fishery objectives is essential for achieving synergy between the fishery and renewable energy sectors.

The publication presents the results of a preliminary analysis of current challenges in the organizational and legal framework for ensuring information security in the energy sector. It outlines the periodization of the formation and development of organizational and legal support for information security in Ukraine’s energy sector, based on significant legal events. Using the collected data, the study analyzes the trends in the evolution of organizational and legal mechanisms for information security in the energy sector as an object of public regulatory influence. Key legal milestones are identified, along with the specific features and effective factors characterizing each period. The military aggression of the Russian Federation has acted as an additional catalyst for changes and managerial actions in this domain, leading to the adoption of new regulatory acts in Ukraine necessitated by the aggression. The future development of organizational and legal mechanisms for ensuring information security in the energy sector of Ukraine is closely connected with integration into international standards (in particular, ISO/IEC standards in the field of information security and the European NIS2 Directive). The findings presented constitute an initial step toward substantiating the theoretical and methodological foundations of organizational and legal mechanisms and instruments for safeguarding information security in Ukraine’s energy sector.

ABSTRACT Metal hydrides, renowned for their unique hydrogen bonding capabilities, have emerged as pivotal materials in the energy sector, particularly for hydrogen storage and purification applications. Their ability to store hydrogen reversibly under moderate conditions has positioned them at the forefront in hydrogen‐based energy systems. This review systematically examines metal hydride–based hydrogen purification technology, addressing a significant gap in the literature where focused reviews on this specific application remain relatively scarce. The review provides a critical analysis of diverse hydrogen production methods, including steam methane reforming, gasification and pyrolysis and their subsequent purification requirements to meet stringent ISO 14687:2019 standards. Various industrial purification techniques including cryogenic separation, pressure swing adsorption and membrane‐based methods are critically evaluated. Special emphasis is placed on metal hydride systems, which demonstrate lower initial capital costs, reduced operational expenditures and operation at near‐ambient conditions. By consolidating scattered research findings from experimental, computational and numerical studies spanning four decades, this review systematically organises fundamental principles, materials selection criteria, thermodynamic considerations, kinetic modelling approaches, reactor design strategies, impurity tolerance mechanisms and current research trends, thereby advancing the practical implementation of this sustainable purification technology for the emerging hydrogen economy.

The global energy transition has reached a critical inflection point, observed alongside the convergence of artificial intelligence, innovative energy storage solutions, and cross-sector system integration. This study analyzes significant progress in renewable energy deployment from 2020 to 2030, examining technological advances, economic factors, and policy frameworks that are transforming previously challenging scenarios into scalable realities. Through detailed analysis of global capacity data, cost trends, and regional deployment patterns, this research highlights the evolution of the energy transition into an intelligent, data-oriented infrastructure transformation extending beyond the energy sector. Key findings indicate global renewable energy capacity increasing from approximately 2,800 GW in 2020 to 11,200 GW by 2030, with solar photovoltaic technology expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.0%. Battery storage deployment correlates with substantial growth at a CAGR of 43.6%, while costs for renewable technologies, such as solar PV, decline approximately 40% during the decade. The study concludes that technological maturity, economic competitiveness, and enhanced system integration now correlate with the technical feasibility and economic viability of 100% renewable energy systems globally

This study investigates the impact of green accounting implementation, environmental costs, and environmental performance on the financial performance of energy sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the period 2019–2023. The research employs a quantitative approach utilizing panel data regression analysis with three models: Common Effect Model (CEM), Fixed Effect Model (FEM), and Random Effect Model (REM). The sample consists of energy companies selected through purposive sampling based on predetermined criteria. The findings reveal that green accounting practices have a significant positive effect on financial performance, indicating that environmentally conscious financial practices contribute to improved profitability. Conversely, environmental costs demonstrate a significant negative effect, suggesting that higher environmental expenditures may burden company finances in the short term. Meanwhile, environmental performance does not show a significant effect on financial performance, implying that environmental efforts alone may not directly translate into financial gains without strategic integration. These results contribute to the understanding of the complex relationship between environmental management practices and corporate financial outcomes, particularly in the energy sector.