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Renewable Engineering and Social Transformation: Impact of Digitalization and Automation on Sustainable Development

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study analyzes the intersection between renewable engineering, digitalization and automation, and how their synergy can promote social transformation towards sustainable development. Through a systematic review of recent literature (2020–2025), the technical mechanisms (smart control, smart grids, predictive analytics), the effects on energy efficiency and demand, as well as the social impacts —positive and risk— associated with technological adoption were identified. Benefits are evident in the integration of variable sources, operational optimization and cost reduction, but also challenges linked to equity, data governance and the energy demand of digital systems. Recommendations for public policies, participatory models and future research agenda focused on digital energy justice are proposed.

Source: Lex localis - Journal of Local Self-Government

DOI: 10.52152/801882

Authors: Kimberlly Tatiana Ascencio Blanco, Omar Eduardo Álvarez Huarca, James Boonds Lázaro Osorio, Christian Johnson Velasco Villavicencio

Institutions: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú, Universidad Estatal de Milagro

Language: English

Topic: Energy, Economy, and Technology Trends

Subfield: Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment

Field: Energy

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Affordable and clean energy, Climate action

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4415014335

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