1. Energy transition

1.1 Definition, motivation, and challenges

In order to face the problem of global climate change and the scarcity of fossil sources, such as oil, the world is compelled to transition to a sustainable energy generation, distribution, and consumption system. Energy Transition (ET) aims at transforming the generation of power from fossil-based to zero carbon sources by increasing the penetration of clean power resources, such as wind and solar energy, and integrating more efficient technologies, practices, and services. The use of renewable energy sources reduces the dependence on the supply of fossil energy resources, while energy efficient systems help to reduce the waste of energy in devices, machines and transmission lines, as well as at...