Sustainable Energy Development in Africa

This Special Topic aims to showcase cutting-edge advancements and interdisciplinary research across pivotal topics in sustainable energy systems. Key themes include PV and CSP technologies, highlighting innovations in materials, systems engineering, durability, and efficiency to accelerate the energy transition. The collection also explores the water-energy-food nexus, electric mobility, and smart grids, emphasizing sustainable farming, water management, EV infrastructure, and policy frameworks. Hydrogen technologies and energy storage systems, from production to recycling, are examined for their transformative potential. Finally, the collection addresses the extent to which African populations require external assistance, fostering dialogue on capacity building, resource optimization, and equitable energy access.

Topics covered include, but are not limited to:

Guest Editors

Alae Azouzoute, Mohammed First University, Oujda, Morocco

Charaf Hajjaj, Chouaib Doukkali University, El Jadida, Morocco

Abdellatif Bouaichi, Moroccan School of Engineering Sciences, Rabat, Morocco