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Evaluating the role of Metaverse technologies in energy sustainability: A systematic review

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The objective of this study is to explore the potential applications and challenges of Metaverse technologies in the energy industry. A systematic literature review was conducted, focusing on research from the past five years to identify key areas where Metaverse technology can be integrated into energy systems. The findings indicate that Metaverse technologies can revolutionize the energy sector by enabling digital twins, immersive simulations, and decentralized energy management, ultimately enhancing energy efficiency, sustainability, and decision-making. The study reveals that Metaverse technologies hold significant potential across various segments of the energy sector, including R&D, design, production, storage, and management. However, several critical challenges remain, including privacy and security risks, high energy consumption, regulatory uncertainties, technological immaturity, and cost constraints. To address these issues, the study proposes a series of strategic measures, including enhanced cybersecurity protocols, optimization of energy consumption, and policy recommendations to facilitate Metaverse integration. The study concludes by summarizing these challenges and proposing practical applications, highlighting the need for further research into optimizing Metaverse technologies for sustainable development in the energy sector.

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  • Chen, Zhisheng, 2025. "Evaluating the role of Metaverse technologies in energy sustainability: A systematic review," Energy, Elsevier, vol. 326(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:energy:v:326:y:2025:i:c:s0360544225019929
    DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2025.136350
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