40th International Conference on Production Engineering of Serbia
ICPES 2025
Nis, Serbia, 18-19th september 2025
INTEGRATING RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES INTO INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING: TECHNOLOGIES, CHALLENGES, AND BEST PRACTICES
Milan Grozdanovic, Dejan Tanikic, Ana Kitic
DOI: 10.46793/ICPES25.522G
The industrial sector is one of the largest consumers of energy and contributors to global greenhouse gas emissions. As pressure mounts to reduce environmental impact and comply with increasingly strict regulations, the integration of renewable energy sources (RES) into manufacturing systems is gaining momentum as a pathway toward sustainable production. This paper presents a concise review of available RES technologies applicable to industrial environments, with a particular focus on photovoltaic systems, heat pumps, waste heat recovery, and bioenergy. The technical feasibility, integration strategies, and primary challenges associated with each solution are discussed, along with relevant economic and regulatory considerations. Additionally, examples of successful implementation in manufacturing are highlighted to illustrate current trends and practical benefits. The review reveals that successful RES deployment requires a holistic approach that combines technological adaptation, financial planning, and supportive policy frameworks. The findings emphasize that while technical and financial barriers remain, RES integration represents a key opportunity for decarbonizing the industrial sector and advancing toward the objectives of circular economy and net-zero emissions
Industrial decarbonization, Waste heat recovery, Solar PV systems, Industrial heat pumps, Renewable energy sources
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