GX & Decarbonization Research

Peixin Zhang, Luoxing Xiang, Junghye Lee +3

This paper reports a novel ultramicroporous metal-organic framework (MOF), PCP-IPAN, designed for efficient CO2 capture. It exhibits highly temperature-sensitive adsorption, enabling high working capacity and facile desorption under mild co…

Lavinia Reitz, Nils Thonemann, Christina Wulf +2

This study uses Life Cycle Assessment to evaluate greenhouse gas (GHG) mitigation and side-effects of on-board carbon capture (OCC) on two LNG-fueled ships (crane ship Sleipnir and an LNG carrier). Results show a 32–55% GHG reduction potent…

X Zhang, Xiaodong Liu, Juan Du +2

This paper proposes a multi-feature coordinated adaptive ECMS using fuzzy logic to enhance hydrogen efficiency and extend fuel cell system lifespan in fuel cell hybrid commercial vehicles. It dynamically integrates three operational feature…

Hua Zhang, Cejun Cao, Ernesto DR. Santibanez Gonzalez +1

This paper explores policy design to foster technological innovation in the shale gas supply chain towards a low carbon economy. It analyzes specific policy instruments and their potential to contribute to the energy transition.

Hui Li, Mingyue Chen, Xin Kang

This paper presents a physics-guided generative inverse design method for optimizing low-carbon concrete mixtures. Using multi-objective latent space optimization, it achieves strength targets while reducing CO2 emissions.

Jiye Zhu

This paper proposes a low-carbon scheduling method for rural integrated energy systems, considering the bidirectional coupling of biomass, electricity, and hydrogen. An optimization model is developed to minimize total carbon emissions, enh…

B. Mondal, Sukumar Pati, Alemu Workie Kebede

This review critically evaluates emerging eco-energy technologies including renewable electricity generation, sustainable fuels, energy storage, battery recycling, perovskite solar cells, bioenergy, and waste-to-electricity. It emphasizes n…

Casper Uyapo Gate, Wycliff Oduor, Mariam Dauda

This narrative review evaluates life-cycle assessment (LCA) of organic waste valorization for low-carbon construction materials. Reported embodied carbon reductions vary: agricultural ash SCMs 15–35%, biochar concrete 10–30%, sewage sludge …

Ajit Dattatray Phule, Sung Park, Ji Young Park +2

This paper reports on the synergistic effect of metal oxide/nitrogen-doped mesoporous carbon catalysts for low-temperature NOx elimination, elucidating the structure-activity relationship and suggesting potential applications in industrial …

Luyuan Tang, Shiyao Xie, Yuan Xu +1

This study examines the impact of China's Low-Carbon City Pilot Policy (LCCP) on AI industry development using a staggered difference-in-differences framework with data from 285 Chinese cities (2007-2022). Results show LCCP is associated wi…

Lintong Liu, Jie Ma, Dan Wu +1

This review systematically classifies offshore integrated energy systems for low-carbon transition, covering renewable-dominated systems, wind-hydrogen, platform electrification, energy hubs, repurposing, and geothermal integration. It summ…

Jun Zhao, Baijing An, Yonghua Sun +3

This paper proposes a low-carbon scheduling model for virtual power plants (VPPs) that incorporates electric vehicles (EVs). It optimizes EV charging/discharging to reduce overall CO2 emissions of the VPP, contributing to renewable energy i…

Chen Wang, Songyuan Liu, Guoqing Li +5

This study proposes a framework that decomposes power grid projects into 11 standard modules and uses an improved PSO-DRESN model to determine modular carbon quotas with high precision. Empirical analysis of a 500kV PGP reveals a lifecycle …

Xuan Ma, Juan Ren, Q Zhang

This paper explores computational design methods for achieving low-carbon and climate-responsive architecture and urban environments. It integrates carbon reduction targets into the design process, offering strategies to improve building en…

Alex Clark, Abhinav Jindal, Anna Gorbatyuk +3

This paper examines the design of financial instruments to accelerate the retirement of China-backed coal plants in South and Southeast Asia. It analyzes challenges and opportunities for financing the phase-out of existing coal assets, offe…

Gyu-Chan Lee, Ji-Won Hwang, Keun-Hyeok Yang

This study evaluates the mechanical properties and CO2 capture performance of mortar incorporating biochar and bacteria, aiming for carbon neutrality in construction materials. Results indicate potential for carbon-negative building product…

Xinlei Liu, Yi Yang, Ping Shen +3

This study quantifies the carbon-neutrality gap in Shenmu, China's largest coal-producing county-level city, using an extended STIRPAT model and forest carbon-sink models. Multi-scenario analysis of 2010–2025 data shows energy activities do…

Solomon Oisasoje Ayo-Odifiri, Andrew Ebekozien, Clinton Aigbavboa +1

This study explores the integration of AI technologies to enhance urban green infrastructure (UGI) for carbon neutrality in smart buildings. Through interviews with 30 stakeholders in three Nigerian cities, it finds that AI effectively pred…

Zhen Zhao, Renjin Sun, Zihao Yu

This review examines China's pilot Energy-Use Rights Trading (EURT) and its role in reducing industrial carbon emissions and improving efficiency. It compares EURT with carbon emissions trading, white certificates, and other schemes, highli…

Yongjin Shang, Shixian Ling

This study treats China's carbon emissions trading pilot (CETP) as a quasi-natural experiment and uses panel data of Chinese A-share listed firms from 2006 to 2024 to examine whether carbon trading reduces corporate low-carbon transition ri…