About the Journal
The School of Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Technology (SGtech), one of the leading international academic institutes devoted to teaching and researching in renewable energy and smart grid technologies, is located at Naresuan University, Phitsanulok, Thailand. The School also publishes a journal named "Journal of Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Technology (RAST)", abbreviated as "J. Renew. Energy Smart Grid Technol." This journal publishes original research articles as well as review articles in all areas of renewable energy and smart grid technologies. The journal aims to provide the most complete and reliable source of information on up-to-date developments in the field. The importance will be on publishing quality articles rapidly available to researchers worldwide.
ISSN :
IIRE International Journal of Renewable Energy (2006-2017)
ISSN 1905-7172 (Print)
Journal of Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Technology (2018 - present)
ISSN 2630-0036 (Electronic version)
Journal title abbreviations
Journal of Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Technology (RAST): J. Renew. Energy Smart Grid Technol.
Aims and Scope
The purpose of the journal is to disseminate articles relating to renewable energy and smart grid technology, written by professors and scholars of educational and research institutes, and including business practitioners. It encourages and supports exchange of information and discussions, with the ultimate goal of widespread deployment and investment in renewable energy and smart grid technologies.
The high-quality research articles are solicited in the regular submission. The Journal also carries reviews on important development areas and these may either be submitted in the regular submission or invited by the editors.
- Renewable energy : Solar, Wind, Biomass, Geothermal, Waste, etc.
- Smart grid technology : Renewable Energy Integration, Intelligent Grid, Energy Storage System (ESS), Micro Grid, Virtual Power Plant, etc.
- Energy efficiency and management : Building, Industrial, and Transportation Efficiencies, Energy Management Systems, etc.
- Other related : Energy Material and Device, Climate Technology, Environment, Low Carbon Technology, etc.
Peer Review Process
RAST initially screens submissions for plagiarism using its internal system. If the plagiarism rate exceeds 25% (excluding the reference list), the manuscript will be instantly rejected. All submitted manuscripts go through a strict double-blind review process by at least two expert reviewers, usually three reviewers. More details about the peer review process are available here.
Publication Frequency
The Journal is publish two issues per year;
Issue 1: January - June
Issue 2: July - December
Types of Articles
This journal publishes original research articles as well as review articles in all areas of renewable energy and smart grid technologies.
Research articles: Research articles in this field present original discoveries related to renewable energy, smart grid technology, energy efficiency and management, and related areas. These articles typically include a well-defined research question, detailed methodologies, results presentation, and conclusions. They should also offer a clear and coherent exploration of the research findings, emphasizing their significance and contributions to the field of study.
Review articles: Review articles synthesize existing research on renewable energy, smart grid technology, energy efficiency, and related areas. They analyze studies, highlight trends, evaluate methodologies, and identify knowledge gaps. These articles offer comprehensive overviews of the field, suggest future research directions, and emphasize the importance of renewable energy and smart grid technologies. Systematic reviews are also welcome. Longer manuscripts are acceptable if their content is critical and relevant.
Language
All articles published in RAST are required to adhere to English language standards, including proper grammar and accurate spelling. Authors are encouraged to have their manuscripts reviewed by a native English speaker prior to submission.
Publication Fees
Submission and publication to RAST are free, with no article processing charges (APC) or any other fees.
Open Access Policy
This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge (Free to publish).
RAST applies Creative Common BY-NC-ND 4.0.
Creative Commons public licenses provide a standard set of terms and conditions that creators and other rights holders may use to share original works of authorship and other material subject to copyright and certain other rights specified in the public license. By exercising the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International Public license rights, RAST accepts and agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International Public License.
Ownership and Management
RAST is owned, managed and published by the School of Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Technology (SGtech) at Naresuan University, Thailand. The SGtech's involvement with the journal underscores its commitment to advancing science and engineering research, together with technological innovation. RAST serves as a platform for disseminating valuable knowledge to researchers, scientists, and scholars around the world.
Publisher
The School of Renewable Energy Technology and Smart Grid Technology, Naresuan University is responsible for preparing and publishing the Journal of Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Technology (RAST).
Address:
School of Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Technology (SGtech)
Naresuan University, Phitsanulok, 65000, Thailand
Phone: (+66) 979230039
Email: rast@nu.ac.th
Copyright and Licensing
All copyrights of the above manuscript, including rights to publish in any media, are transferred to the RAST. The authors retain the following rights :
1. All proprietary rights other than copyright.
2. Re-use of all or part of the above manuscript in their work.
3. Reproduction of the above manuscript for author’s personal use or for company/institution use provided that
(a) prior permission of RAST is obtained,
(b) the source and RAST copyright notice are indicated, and
(c) the copies are not offered for sale.
Revenue Sources
The journal is financially supported by the School of Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Technology (SGtech) at Naresuan University, Thailand. RAST aims to provide a platform for researchers to share advancements without profit motives.
Advertising
RAST does not accept advertising revenue or display paid advertisements, ensuring transparency in its policies. The journal participates in relevant activities such as academic conferences, educational programs, and research institutes, and partners with related conferences. Importantly, advertising partners do not influence editorial decisions. The announcement section is solely dedicated to promoting pertinent academic events and supporting scholars by providing information about upcoming events in renewable energy, smart grid technology, and related fields.
Direct Marketing
As part of its policy, RAST does not engage in direct marketing activities. Calls for papers, journal promotions, and related activities are announced through the journal's official website, social media platforms, or those of related organizations. These activities adhere to ethical practices and respect individual rights.
Journal History
The School of Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Technology (SGtech) at Naresuan University, Phitsanulok, Thailand, is a leading institute in teaching and researching renewable energy and smart grid technologies. SGtech publishes the "Journal of Renewable Energy and Smart Grid Technology (RAST)" , abbreviated as "J. Renew. Energy Smart Grid Technol." Originally named "IIRE International Journal of Renewable Energy" from 2006 to 2017, the journal was renamed in 2018. It publishes original research and review articles to provide up-to-date developments to researchers worldwide.
Crossref Membership & DOI assignment
RAST is a member of Crossref, with a DOI prefix of 10.69650. The direct DOI link is https://doi.org/10.69650/rast. Starting from Vol. 19 (2024), all of our published articles are assigned a DOI and registered in Crossref. Additionally, RAST implements reference linking, ensuring that each article's references are verified and DOIs are added.
