Mehdi Ghoabdi | Energy-efficient | Innovative Research Award

Innovative Research Award

Mehdi Ghoabdi
Conseil national de recherches Canada, Canada

Mehdi Ghoabdi
Affiliation Conseil national de recherches Canada
Country Canada
Scopus ID 57292578000
Documents 20
Citations 89
h-index 6
Subject Area Energy-efficient
Event World Green Energy Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-6158-9088

Mehdi Ghoabdi is a researcher affiliated with the Conseil national de recherches Canada in Canada whose documented scholarly profile is associated with energy-efficient research. The available bibliographic profile records 20 documents, 89 citations, and an h-index of 6, providing a quantitative indication of published research activity and scholarly visibility. [1] His research profile is presented in connection with the Innovative Research Award at the World Green Energy Awards.

Abstract

Mehdi Ghoabdi is associated with energy-efficient research and is affiliated with the Conseil national de recherches Canada. Bibliographic information identifies 20 scholarly documents, 89 citations, and an h-index of 6 in the Scopus author record. [1] These indicators provide a concise overview of his documented research output and citation impact. His professional profile is considered in relation to the Innovative Research Award under the World Green Energy Awards, with emphasis on research activity relevant to energy efficiency and the broader transition toward sustainable energy systems.[3]

Keywords

Mehdi Ghoabdi; energy efficiency; energy-efficient research; sustainable energy; energy systems; energy innovation; green energy; research impact; scholarly publications; World Green Energy Awards.[1]

Introduction

Energy efficiency is an important component of contemporary energy research because improvements in the use of energy resources can contribute to reduced energy demand, improved system performance, and progress toward more sustainable energy systems. Research in this area encompasses technological development, system optimization, energy management, modelling, and the evaluation of approaches designed to improve the efficiency of energy conversion and utilization. [2]

Research Profile

The available researcher profile identifies Mehdi Ghoabdi with the Conseil national de recherches Canada, Canada. His Scopus author identifier is 57292578000. The profile records 20 documents and 89 citations, with an h-index of 6. [1] These metrics should be interpreted as bibliometric indicators rather than as a comprehensive assessment of research quality, since citation patterns vary according to discipline, publication age, database coverage, and collaboration practices. [2]

Research Contributions

The documented subject classification of energy-efficient research provides the principal basis for describing Ghoabdi’s research profile. Energy-efficiency research can contribute to the development of approaches that reduce energy consumption while maintaining or improving the performance of technologies, buildings, industrial processes, transportation systems, and other energy-using applications. [2]

Publications

The Scopus author profile associated with Mehdi Ghoabdi records 20 documents. [1] The present recognition page does not assign individual publication titles or DOI identifiers without verified bibliographic records. This approach avoids attributing publications to the researcher without sufficient source confirmation.[3]

Research Impact

The available Scopus indicators show 89 citations across 20 documented research documents and an h-index of 6. [1] These indicators demonstrate measurable scholarly visibility within the indexed literature. The citation count and h-index should nevertheless be considered alongside qualitative evidence, including publication relevance, methodological contribution, research collaboration, practical applicability, and the significance of individual research outputs.[3]

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award associated with the World Green Energy Awards is relevant to researchers whose work demonstrates innovation and meaningful scholarly activity in areas connected with green energy and sustainable technological development. Mehdi Ghoabdi’s documented affiliation, energy-efficient research area, publication record, citation activity, and h-index provide objective elements that can be considered when assessing his suitability for recognition. [4]

Conclusion

Mehdi Ghoabdi is a Canada-based researcher affiliated with the Conseil national de recherches Canada and associated with energy-efficient research. His documented Scopus profile contains 20 documents, 89 citations, and an h-index of 6. These indicators establish a measurable record of scholarly activity and provide a quantitative foundation for considering his research profile.[5]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Mehdi Ghoabdi, Author ID 57292578000. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57292578000
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID record: Mehdi Ghoabdi, ORCID iD 0000-0002-6158-9088. ORCID.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6158-9088
  3. World Green Energy Awards. (n.d.). World Green Energy Awards. Official award website.
    https://greenenergyaward.com/
  4. Ziaeemehr, B., Ghobadi, M., Lacasse, M., & Ge, H. (2026). Multi-objective optimization and decision-making in building retrofits: A systematic review of frameworks, trends, and research gaps. Building and Environment, 304, 115074. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2026.115074
  5. Dodanwala, T. C., Ghobadi, M., Patel, K., & Ruparathna, R. (2026). Enhancing residential building retrofit landscape in Canada: Perspectives from public policy professionals. Energy and Buildings, 368, 117821.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enbuild.2026.117821

Masood Ebrahimi | Renewable Energy Systems | Editorial Board Member

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Masood Ebrahimi | Renewable Energy Systems | Editorial Board Member

Faculty member | University of Kurdistan | Iran

Dr. Masood Ebrahimi is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Kurdistan, specializing in renewable and hybrid energy systems aimed at achieving a sustainable transition to Net Zero Emissions by 2050. His research integrates solar, wind, and hydropower technologies with fuel cells, electrolyzers, thermoelectric materials, and advanced energy management systems to produce clean power, hydrogen, desalinated water, and efficient heating/cooling solutions. He applies multi-criteria decision-making algorithms and AI-driven predictive models to optimize energy systems across technical, economic, and environmental dimensions. Dr. Ebrahimi obtained his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering–Energy Conversion from K. N. Toosi University of Technology, where he developed a pioneering model for solar-based combined cooling, heating, and power (CCHP) systems across diverse climatic zones, leading to publications in prestigious Q1 journals such as Energy, Energy and Buildings, and the Journal of Cleaner Production, along with an Elsevier book titled Combined Cooling Heating and Power: Decision-Making, Design, and Optimization. With extensive academic and professional experience, he has made significant contributions to sustainable energy development, AI-based energy optimization, and industry-academia collaborations, serving in key leadership roles including Director of the Mechanical Engineering Department, Founder of the Energy Systems Laboratory, and member of several national technical and green management committees. His international collaboration with Dublin City University (Ireland) on the Life Cycle Assessment and Carbon Footprint of Bitcoin Mining using Trigeneration Systems advances the understanding of environmental impacts in emerging technologies. Dr. Ebrahimi’s prolific academic output encompasses numerous peer-reviewed journal articles, books, and conference papers, emphasizing practical and policy-oriented solutions for global clean energy transitions. His academic excellence and research influence are reflected in his growing recognition, with 1,053 citations, 33 publications, and an h-index of 16, underscoring his impactful contributions to renewable energy systems and sustainable technological innovation.

Featured Publications

1. Ebrahimi, M., & Moradpoor, I. (2016). Combined solid oxide fuel cell, micro-gas turbine and organic Rankine cycle for power generation (SOFC–MGT–ORC). Energy Conversion and Management, 116, 120–133. Cited by: 186

2. Ebrahimi, M., & Keshavarz, A. (2014). Combined cooling, heating and power: Decision-making, design and optimization. Elsevier.
Cited by: 160

3. Ebrahimi, M., & Keshavarz, A. (2013). Sizing the prime mover of a residential micro-combined cooling, heating and power (CCHP) system by multi-criteria sizing method for different climates. Energy, 54, 291–301. Cited by: 147

4. Ebrahimi, M., Keshavarz, A., & Jamali, A. (2012). Energy and exergy analyses of a micro-steam CCHP cycle for a residential building. Energy and Buildings, 45, 202–210. Cited by: 122

5. Ebrahimi, M., & Derakhshan, E. (2018). Design and evaluation of a micro combined cooling, heating, and power system based on polymer exchange membrane fuel cell and thermoelectric cooler. Energy Conversion and Management, 171, 507–517. Cited by: 84

Dr. Masood Ebrahimi’s pioneering research in renewable and hybrid energy systems advances sustainable technologies that drive the global transition toward Net Zero Emissions. His innovative integration of AI, fuel cells, and solar-driven CCHP systems supports cleaner industries, energy efficiency, and a more resilient low-carbon future for society.