Journal: Sustainability
Guest Editors: Dr. András Szeberényi, Dr. Norbert Bozsik, Dr. Vilmos Vass
This Special Issue explores sustainable energy trade as a pathway toward low-carbon economies and improved environmental performance. It invites original research, reviews, and short communications on smart energy systems, AI-based forecasting, digital tools, carbon accounting, policy design, governance, and cross-border energy models.
Submission deadline: November 30. 2026.
Main theme: Exploring the intersection of smart technologies with the cognitive and social dimensions of sustainability.
Possible topics include:
- Sustainable and cross-border energy trade systems.
- Environmental performance metrics and emissions impacts.
- AI applications in energy market forecasting, efficiency, and education.
- Climate change communication, eco-anxiety, and behavioral shifts.
- Policy design incorporating behavioral economics and sustainability science.
- Technology acceptance, trust, and adoption in green energy transitions.
- Multi-level governance of sustainable energy with psychological considerations.


