Advanced Materials for Sustainable Energy and Engineering: Volume 2: Advancements in Sustainable Energy Technologies and the Green Revolution

This book provides an in-depth exploration of the latest advancements in the field of sustainable energy technologies. In particular, it focuses on recent progress made in renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, geothermal, and more. By closely examining emerging technological developments, this book seeks to present innovative solutions that are driving the green revolution and contributing to global energy transition.

From improving energy efficiency in clinic operating theaters to investigating solar floor heating systems and utilizing deep learning for couscous grain drying, each contribution offers unique insights such as numerical simulations of 3-D mixed convection, the application of Big Data for greening agri-food supply chains, and the optimization of fluid flows using the LBM method. Chapters also cover the design of tools for measuring total solar irradiance, integrating photovoltaic/thermal collectors for desalination-refrigeration, and dynamic analysis of power distribution systems. This book also looks at into compound parabolic collectors for enhanced wood drying, lessons from solar energy plants, and the physicochemical properties of sewage sludge for energy recovery. It concludes with an exploration of an autonomous wind turbine’s viability for supplying energy to a laboratory in Niger.

Featuring extended chapters selected as exceptional contributions to the 2023 International Conference on Advanced Materials for Sustainable Energy and Engineering in Meknes, Morocco, this book provides researchers and practitioners with a comprehensive overview of some of the latest advancements in novel nanomaterials. With its interdisciplinary approach and rigorous scientific analysis, this book serves as a valuable resource for those striving to develop sustainable energy solutions for the future.

Dr. El Mehdi El Khattabi, founder of the consulting office SOLAR UTION, possesses extensive experience as a professional trainer in energy efficiency, thermal housing, solar pumping, and renewable energy. He has acquired his expertise at national institutions such as the University Al Akhawayn Ifrane, the Ministry of Equipment, and prominent industrial sectors like Saint-Gobain and Strugal. Dr. El Khattabi has also contributed internationally through academic institutions such as the Technical University of Lithuania (VGTU) and the University of Lorraine. His research focuses on monitoring, utilization, and measurement of energy efficiency in real-life building scenarios. He has a particular interest in energy diagnostic processes and innovative techniques for optimizing energy system performance based on specific climatic conditions and local resources. Currently, Dr.

Dr. Mourad Boutahir is a professor at Moulay Ismail University in Morocco, specializing in the development of molecular dynamics and ab initio computational methods. He obtained his Ph.D. in Advanced Materials and Applications from the Faculty of Sciences at Morocco’s LEM2A laboratory in 2017. Following this, he conducted a postdoctoral research project under the guidance of Dr. José Mejia Lopez at the Center of Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials Investigation (CIEN-UC) in Chile. His postdoctoral work focused on Materials Design for highly efficient and reliable Hydrogen and Energy Storage devices. Dr. Boutahir aspires to become a leading scientist in academic research, industry, or non-profit institutions, specifically in the field of solar cells. He has a strong computational background and expertise in solar PV design, aiming to contribute to future advancements in solar cell technology.