Assist. Prof. Dr. Monaem Elmnifi | Renewable Energy | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Monaem Elmnifi | Renewable Energy | Editorial Board Member

Assist. Prof. Dr. Monaem Elmnifi | Bright Star University | Libya

Assist. Prof. Dr.Monaem  Elmnifi is a dedicated mechanical engineering professional known for his strong expertise in renewable energy, heat transfer, materials science, and advanced manufacturing technologies. In his roles as Assistant and Associate Lecturer at the University of Benghazi, along with his academic contributions at Bright Star University, he has played a key part in teaching core mechanical engineering courses and guiding students toward practical, research-driven learning. His supervision of undergraduate projects demonstrates a clear focus on sustainable engineering solutions, including waste-to-energy conversion systems, solar-powered adsorption cooling technologies, and hybrid solar–wind energy generation tailored to regional needs. His academic influence is further evidenced by notable research metrics: Scopus records 261 citations by 204 documents, 40 indexed publications, and an h-index of 9. His ORCID profile lists 54 works, with 50 publicly visible. Google Scholar reflects a strong scholarly impact with 1,015 citations, an h-index of 19, and an i10-index of 29. These achievements highlight Mr. Monaem Hamad Elmnifi’s professional strength, his commitment to advancing mechanical engineering knowledge, and his growing contribution to sustainable energy research and engineering education.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Nassar, Y. F., El-Khozondar, H. J., Khaleel, M. M., Ahmed, A. A., Alsharif, A. H., … Elmnifi, M. (2024). Design of reliable standalone utility-scale pumped hydroelectric storage powered by PV/Wind hybrid renewable system. Energy Conversion and Management, 322, 119173.

Khaleel, M., Nassar, Y., El-Khozondar, H. J., Elmnifi, M., Rajab, Z., Yaghoubi, E., … others. (2024). Electric vehicles in China, Europe, and the United States: Current trend and market comparison. International Journal of Electrical Engineering and Sustainability, 1–20.

Makhzom, A. M., Aissa, K. R., Alshanokie, A. A., Nassar, Y. F., El-Khozondar, H. J., … Elmnifi, M. (2023). Carbon dioxide life cycle assessment of the energy industry sector in Libya: A case study. International Journal of Electrical Engineering and Sustainability, 145–163.

Khaleel, M., Yusupov, Z., Alderoubi, N., Abdul_jabbar, R. L., Elmnifi, M., … others. (2024). Evolution of emissions: The role of clean energy in sustainable development. Challenges in Sustainability, 12(2), 122–135.

Jenkins, P., Elmnifi, M., Younis, A., & Emhamed, A. (2019). Hybrid power generation by using solar and wind energy: Case study. World Journal of Mechanics, 9(4), 81–93.

Nassar, Y., Irhouma, M., Salem, M., El-Khozondar, H., Suliman, S., Elmnifi, M., … others. (2025). Towards green economy: Case of electricity generation sector in Libya. Solar Energy and Sustainable Development Journal, 14(1), 334–360.

Moria, H., & Elmnifi, M. (2020). Feasibility study into possibility potentials and challenges of renewable energy in Libya. International Journal of Advanced Science and Technology, 29(3), 12546–12560.

Nassar, Y. F., El-Khozondar, H. J., Abouqeelah, M. H., Abubaker, A. A., Miskeen, A. B., … Elmnifi, M. (2023). Simulating the energy, economic and environmental performance of concentrating solar power technologies using SAM: Libya as a case study. Journal of Solar Energy and Sustainable Development, 12(2), 4–23.

Mrs. Tharangika Bambaravanage | Green Technologies | Green Energy Award

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Mrs. Tharangika Bambaravanage | Green Technologies | Green Energy Award

Mrs. Tharangika Bambaravanage | Institute of Technology, University of Moratuwa | Sri Lanka

Mrs.  Tharangika Bambaravanage is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Technology, University of Moratuwa, with more than 20 years of experience in electrical engineering. Her research focuses on renewable energy, green technologies, and power system stability, contributing to the advancement of sustainable and efficient power systems. She has completed 4 major research projects and is currently leading 1 ongoing project in collaboration with the Ceylon Electricity Board on minimizing the impact of solar photovoltaic (PV) penetration on the power quality of distribution lines. Dr. Bambaravanage has published 7 academic documents indexed in Scopus, with citations by 3 documents and an h-index of 1. According to Google Scholar, she has received 42 total citations and 27 in recent years, with an h-index of 5 and 3 respectively. Her scholarly work includes 4 journal papers, 2 book chapters, and 1 published book addressing issues in power system operation and sustainable energy management. As a Chartered Engineer and professional member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers and the Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka, she plays a key role in bridging academia and industry while driving innovation in renewable and resilient energy systems.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar | Orcid

Featured Publications

  • Bambaravanage, T., Kumarawadu, S., & Rodrigo, A. (2016). Comparison of three under-frequency load shedding schemes referring to the power system of Sri Lanka. Engineer: Journal of the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka, 49(1), 9.

  • Bambaravanage, T., Rodrigo, A. S., Kumarawadu, S. P., & Lidula, N. (2013). A new scheme of under frequency load shedding and islanding operation. Annual Transactions of the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka, 290–296.

  • Dilushani, P. D. R., Nawodani, W. R. N., Bambaravanage, T., & Udayakumar, K. A. C. (2020). Soil resistivity analysis and earth electrode resistance determination. IOSR Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (IOSR-JEEE), 15(2), 26–35.

  • Bambaravanage, T., Rodrigo, A., & Kumarawadu, S. (2018). Modeling, simulation, and control of a medium-scale power system. Springer.

  • Bambaravanage, T., Kumarawadu, S., Rodrigo, A., & Arachchige, L. N. W. (2013). Under-frequency load shedding for power systems with high variability and uncertainty. In 2013 IEEE International Conference on Signal Processing, Computing and Control (pp. 1–6).

  • Bambaravanage, T., Perera, C., & Rodrigo, A. (2025). An effective stability solution for small power systems with high distributed generation. Discover Energy, 5(1), 17.

  • Bambaravanage, T., Rodrigo, A., & Kumarawadu, S. (2017). Designing the load shedding scheme. In Modeling, Simulation, and Control of a Medium-Scale Power System (pp. 97–120). Springer.

 

Ms. Haitong Yang | Renewable Energy | Women Researcher Award

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Ms. Haitong Yang | Renewable Energy | Women Researcher Award

Ms. Haitong Yang | China university of geosciences | China

Ms. Haitong Yang is a joint Ph.D. student at the China University of Geosciences (Beijing) specializing in Oil and Gas Engineering, with research focusing on advanced interpretation methods for production profiling based on microbial DNA sequencing. His academic background includes a Master’s degree in Oil and Gas Engineering from the China University of Petroleum (Beijing), where his work centered on production dynamic monitoring using microbial DNA sequencing, and a Bachelor’s degree in Oil and Gas Storage and Transportation Engineering from Northeast Petroleum University. Haitong has been recognized with multiple national and international awards, including the National Scholarship for Chinese Graduate Students, first prizes in the China Doctoral Academic Forum and the Asia Pacific Cup in Mathematical Modeling, as well as honors in innovation and entrepreneurship competitions. His technical expertise encompasses DNA extraction experiments, Mothur, CMG, Petrel, and MATLAB, applied to major projects in Shengli and Changqing Oilfields, where his work integrates microbial genomics with petroleum engineering to optimize reservoir evaluation, water flow path tracking, and fluid biomarker analysis. His contributions have resulted in 9 published documents, 51 citations by 47 documents, and an h-index of 3, reflecting his growing impact in the field of intelligent oil and gas engineering and reservoir characterization.

Profile: Scopus

Featured Publication

Yang, H., Kang, Z., Wang, S., & Jiang, H. (2025). DNA-sequencing method maps subsurface fluid flow paths for enhanced monitoring. Communications Earth and Environment.

 

Dr. Goutam Khankari | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Goutam Khankari | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Goutam Khankari | Damodar Valley Corporation | India

Dr. Goutam Khankari is a distinguished researcher and engineer specializing in thermal power systems. His PhD research, titled “Thermodynamic Analysis and Performance Improvement of Coal-Fired Thermal Power Plants,” focused on a comprehensive 4-E approach—Energy, Exergy, Environment, and Economic analysis—of various coal-fired steam power plants using high-ash Indian coals. The primary objective of his work was to enhance the overall efficiency and net power output of these plants by exploiting low-grade waste energy through the Kalina Cycle System, integrating solar energy, and optimizing operational conditions. Dr. Khankari’s research not only provides critical insights into energy and exergy efficiencies but also emphasizes sustainable practices and environmental considerations in coal-based power generation. His work has been widely recognized, reflected in 97 citations across 88 documents and an h-index of 5, demonstrating significant academic influence. Through his innovative approaches to performance improvement and waste energy utilization, Dr. Khankari has contributed meaningfully to the field of thermal engineering, offering practical solutions for maximizing energy output while minimizing environmental impact in India’s coal-fired power sector.

Profile: Scopus | Google Scholar

Featured  Publications

Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2016). Power generation from coal mill rejection using Kalina cycle. Journal of Energy Resources Technology, 138(5), 052004.

Khankari, G., Munda, J., & Karmakar, S. (2016). Power generation from condenser waste heat in coal-fired thermal power plant using Kalina cycle. Energy Procedia, 90, 613–624.

Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2018). Power generation from fluegas waste heat in a 500 MWe subcritical coal-fired thermal power plant using solar assisted Kalina Cycle System 11. Applied Thermal Engineering, 138, 235–245.

Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2021). A novel solar assisted Kalina cycle system for waste heat utilization in thermal power plants. International Journal of Energy Research, 45(12), 17146–17158.

Roge, N. H., Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2022). Waste heat recovery from fly ash of 210 MW coal fired power plant using organic rankine cycle. Journal of Energy Resources Technology, 144(8), 082107.

Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2014). Operational optimization of turbo-generator (TG) cycle of a 500MW coal-fired thermal power plant. In 2014 6th IEEE Power India International Conference (PIICON) (pp. 1–6).

Khankari, G., Karmakar, S., Pramanick, A., & Biswas, M. (2013). Thermodynamic analysis of a 500MW coal-fired Indian power plant. In ESMOC Conference, NIT Durgapur, India.