Solar Energy
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Pioneering research in solar innovation and sustainability.
Introduction
Solar Energy is a premier academic journal published by PERGAMON-ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD, focusing on the advancements and research in the field of solar energy technology, sustainability, and related sciences. With an ISSN of 0038-092X and E-ISSN 1471-1257, this influential journal has been at the forefront of renewable energy research since its inception in 1957, with a commitment to fostering scientific communication up to the year 2024. Recognized globally, it holds an impressive impact factor, ranking in the Q1 category in both Materials Science and Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment, positioning it among the top journals in its field—ranked #50/463 in General Materials Science and #34/270 in Renewable Energy. The journal serves as a vital platform for researchers, professionals, and students, providing access to groundbreaking studies, innovative methodologies, and comprehensive reviews that advance the understanding and application of solar energy technologies. While the journal is not open access, its rigorous peer-review process ensures the publication of high-quality, impactful articles that are invaluable to the academic community striving to address global energy challenges.
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