Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lorenc Malka | Renewable Energy Systems |  Best Researcher Award

Lecturer on energy modelling at Polytechnic University of Tirana,  Albania

Dr. Lorenc Malka is a research scientist and lecturer specializing in renewable energy systems, energy modeling, and environmental impact analysis. His interdisciplinary work focuses on the development of smart energy systems, including the integration of solar, wind, and biomass technologies into national strategies aiming for 100% renewable energy scenarios. He is a Certified Energy Audit and Energy Management Expert and has played key roles in national-level energy planning in Albania.

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Education:

• Ph.D. in Energy and Environmental Impact, Polytechnic University of Tirana

• Advanced Energy Systems Studies, Aalborg University, Denmark

Research Focus:

• Renewable energy integration (solar, wind, biomass)

• Biomass gasification and synthetic fuels

• Future energy system modeling and analysis

• Environmental and economic impact assessments

Professional Experience:

• Full-time Lecturer, Polytechnic University of Tirana

• Invited Lecturer, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

• Energy consultant and auditor, including advisory for ExxonMobil Albania

Certifications:

• Certified Energy Auditor and Energy Manager

Contributions:

• Member of scientific advisory boards

• Speaker at international energy conferences

• Reviewer for peer-reviewed energy journals

Citation Metrics:

• Total Citations: 173 (by 142 documents)

• Number of Documents: 14

• h-index: 4

Publication Top Notes:

• Pathways toward zero-emission textile industry by 2050: A case study of Albania
  Energy Reports, 2025-06 | DOI: 10.1016/j.egyr.2025.03.044

• Deep retrofitting toward net zero energy building in the Mediterranean region: A case study of Albania
  Heliyon, 2024 | DOI: 10.1016/J.HELIYON.2024.E35174

• Strategic selection of wind turbines for low wind speed regions: Impact on cost and environmental benefits
  International Journal of Green Energy, 2024-09-26 | DOI: 10.1080/15435075.2024.2404103

• Residential Heating Demand Projections in Albania by Integrating Heat Pumps and Passive Energy Efficiency Measures
  2024 International Conference on Renewable Energies and Smart Technologies (REST), 2024-06-27 | DOI: 10.1109/rest59987.2024.10645458

• Wind Power Integration and Challenges in Low Wind Zones. A Study Case: Albania
  WSEAS Transactions on Power Systems, 2024-05-14 | DOI: 10.37394/232016.2024.19.20

• Novel Mechanical Behavior of HDPE/PS Composite
  Journal of Southwest Jiaotong University, 2023 | DOI: 10.35741/issn.0258-2724.58.3.76

• Energy system analysis with a focus on future energy demand projections: The case of Norway
  Energy, 2023-06 | DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2023.127107

• Energy Storage Benefits Assessment Using Multiple-Choice Criteria: The Case of Drini River Cascade, Albania
  Energies, 2022 | DOI: 10.3390/en15114032

• Optimum insulation thickness design of exterior walls and overhauling cost to enhance the energy efficiency of Albanian buildings stock
  Journal of Cleaner Production, 2022-12 | DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.135160

• An analysis towards a sustainable energy system in Albania highly supported by large scale integration of wind resources: A case study of Mamaj wind farm
  International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, 2021 | DOI: 10.32479/ijeep.10622

• The future strategies of the wind power development in Albania: Case study: “Qafe Thane,” Pogradec, Albania
  International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, 2021 | DOI: 10.32479/ijeep.11228

• An approach to the large-scale integration of wind energy in Albania
  International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, 2020 | DOI: 10.32479/ijeep.9917