Indian Journal of Renewable Energy (IJRE) is dedicated to advancing the knowledge and understanding of renewable energy systems and technologies. The journal aims to provide a comprehensive platform for researchers, scientists, engineers, and professionals to publish their cutting-edge research and share insights on all aspects of renewable energy.

Aim
The primary aim of IJRE is to promote the development and dissemination of innovative research that contributes to the global transition towards sustainable and renewable energy sources. By publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed articles, IJRE seeks to:
• Encourage the exploration and application of renewable energy technologies.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange among the scientific community, industry, and policymakers.
• Support the development of policies and practices that enhance the deployment and integration of renewable energy systems.
• Highlight the environmental, economic, and social impacts of renewable energy projects and initiatives.

Scope
The scope of IJRE encompasses a wide range of topics related to renewable energy, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the latest advancements and challenges in the field. The journal welcomes original research articles, review papers, case studies, technical notes, and perspectives on the following areas:
1. Solar Energy:
      Photovoltaic systems and technologies
      Solar thermal energy applications
      Advances in solar materials and devices
      Solar energy storage and grid integration
2. Wind Energy:
      Wind turbine design and optimization
      Wind farm development and operation
      Offshore and onshore wind energy
      Wind resource assessment and forecasting
3. Biomass and Bioenergy:
      Biomass conversion technologies
      Biofuel production and utilization
      Biogas generation and applications
      Sustainable biomass supply chains
4. Hydropower:
      Hydropower plant design and efficiency
      Small-scale and micro-hydropower systems
      Environmental impacts of hydropower
      Innovations in pumped storage hydropower
5. Geothermal Energy:
      Geothermal resource exploration and assessment
      Geothermal power plant technologies
      Direct use applications of geothermal energy
      Environmental and economic aspects of geothermal energy
6. Ocean Energy:
      Tidal energy systems and technologies
      Wave energy conversion
      Ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC)
      Integration of ocean energy into the power grid
7. Energy Storage and Grid Integration:
      Advanced energy storage technologies
      Smart grids and renewable energy integration
      Grid stability and reliability with high renewable penetration
      Hybrid renewable energy systems
8. Policy and Economics:
      Renewable energy policy analysis and development
      Economic evaluations of renewable energy projects
      Market dynamics and trends in renewable energy
      Financing and investment in renewable energy
9. Sustainability and Environmental Impact:
      Life cycle assessment of renewable energy systems
      Environmental impact studies of renewable energy projects
      Sustainable practices in renewable energy production and use
      Social acceptance and community engagement in renewable energy

By providing a platform for the dissemination of high-quality research, IJRE aims to contribute significantly to the understanding and implementation of renewable energy technologies, thereby supporting global efforts towards a sustainable and energy-secure future.