RAST is an international, peer-reviewed academic journal published by SGtech at Naresuan University, Thailand, one of the leading institutes dedicated to teaching and research in renewable energy and smart grid technologies. The journal publishes original research and review articles, aiming to be the most complete and reliable source of up-to-date developments in the field, rapidly available to researchers worldwide. RAST disseminates high-quality research written by academics, researchers, and industry practitioners. It encourages the exchange of ideas with the ultimate goal of advancing the deployment and investment in renewable energy and smart grid technologies.
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Publication & Citation Trend
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2024
2025
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Electrical and Electronic EngineeringQ4
Engineering (miscellaneous)Q4
Global and Planetary ChangeQ4
Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the EnvironmentQ4
Subject Classification
Scopus Categories
Engineering (miscellaneous)Electrical and Electronic EngineeringGlobal and Planetary ChangeRenewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Photovoltaic System Optimization TechniquesEnergy Load and Power ForecastingThermochemical Biomass Conversion ProcessesMicrogrid Control and OptimizationBiodiesel Production and ApplicationsPower Quality and HarmonicsSmart Grid Energy ManagementHybrid Renewable Energy SystemsElectric Power System OptimizationFood Drying and Modeling