Hello everyone,
I'm a Masters graduate from India with 3 international publications.
I'm planning to take my PhD in Energy Engineering preferably from US, UK and Germany.

Could anyone of you please clarify on below...
1. Do I need to start with searching energy related PhD openings
2. For each of my applications, do I need to prepare a research proposal
3. Any recommendations on the universities who offer energy PhD
4. My masters was in IC engines including my publications, can I still get my PhD in Energy
5. Or your advice to take PhD in IC engines first and later changeover to energy

I'm desperately needing your support as I have less exposure towards international PhD Programs.
Please guide me.

Thanks in advance!