GX & Decarbonization Research

Rachel Herring, Andrew Chapman, Emily Polk +1

This study reveals how rural Japanese communities experience the energy transition as a cultural transformation, reinterpreting renewable energy as a return to Edo-era circular living after Fukushima. Based on 49 interviews, it argues that …

Lisa Anderson, L. Emily Hickman

This paper investigates whether CEO political orientation affects the quality and transparency of corporate climate pledges. Using data from 2015-2023, it finds that Republican-leaning CEOs' firms have less ambitious and less transparent pl…

Monika Grinevičiūtė, Kęstutis Valančius, Violeta Motuzienė

This study integrates annual energy simulations and whole-life carbon assessment for a Lithuanian dwelling under current and future climate scenarios, evaluating passive cooling, PV/storage, and material choices. Results show that a combine…

Mohammed T. Zaki, Beichen Zhang, Newsha Ajami

This paper presents a systematic literature review on interdependencies among hydrogen, geothermal, bioenergy, direct air capture, and lithium mining within energy transition pathways. It identifies limitations of siloed assessments and pro…

Fahrullazi Fahrullazi, Shabbir H. Gheewala

This paper analyzes the supply risk of lithium-ion battery materials from a Southeast Asian perspective and examines recycling as a risk mitigation strategy. It provides insights into battery supply chain resilience and circular economy.

Irene Scalco, Giulia Colafrancesco, Matteo Cinelli

This study proposes a model of information supply and demand in the Italian energy transition discourse, using data from Facebook, Instagram, GDELT, and Google. Findings show responsive coupling between supply and demand during major events…

Ioannis Faraslis, Nicolas R. Dalezios, Marios Spiliotopoulos +4

This study assesses microclimatic effects of photovoltaic power plants using satellite land surface temperature data in Mediterranean agroecosystems. Results show negligible temperature differences between PV sites and surrounding areas, co…

Maksym W. Sitnicki, Bożena Iwanowska, Yan Kapranov +4

This study examines how digitalisation and entrepreneurial ecosystem development influence the number and funding of energy-related start-ups using cross-country panel data (25 countries 2017–2022 plus global sample 2019–2023). It finds tha…

Dietmar Pfaff, Sascha Pohl, Patrick Hedfeld

Rising energy costs and geopolitical uncertainties are reshaping manufacturing competitiveness. This qualitative study compares Germany and China to examine how industrial PV self-sufficiency is perceived and implemented. Findings show self…

Stefan Drews, Théo Konc

This study examines perceptions of carbon inequality and attitudes toward climate policies in Spain. It analyzes how perceived unfairness in emission burdens across income groups affects support for redistributive policies. Findings indicat…

Asha Kumari Kumawat, Sandeep Kumar, Supriya Vaish +1

This paper examines carbon dynamics in mangrove ecosystems, focusing on their sequestration potential and resilience to climate change. It provides quantitative estimates of carbon stocks and rates, offering insights for ecosystem managemen…

Pandey Pragya, Chandrakar Chandresh, Kurrey Tarun +5

Intercropping, the simultaneous cultivation of multiple crops on the same land, enhances biodiversity, nutrient cycling, and ecosystem services for sustainable agriculture. Integrating legumes with cereals can reduce synthetic nitrogen fert…

Arthur Lauer, Luis Llases

This study quantifies two contrasting global sustainability scenarios—Greener Growth (FST1) and Sufficiency Economies (FST5)—using the MORDRED model. FST1 achieves rapid technological decarbonization but faces resource constraints and persi…

Aria Dolatabadian, Khalil Kariman

This review compares classical and machine learning (ML) approaches for soil organic matter and carbon analysis. ML techniques like random forests and neural networks improve prediction accuracy and scalability, but the paper concludes that…

Xiaowang, Shen

This paper applies Kuramoto coupled-oscillator synchronization theory to address rhythm mismatch in global carbon markets. It proposes a 'Seven Luminaires synchronization degree' (σ_SevenLuminaires) as a quantitative metric for temporal gov…

Xiaowang, Shen

This paper proposes the RCE‑B/S 2.0 global standardization framework for natural capital accounting, addressing gaps in cross-border carbon rule coordination, historical emission responsibilities, and future commitments. It defines Net Clim…

Xiaowang, Shen

This paper proposes the Wood‑Force balance sheet as a unified mathematical language to integrate TNFD, ISSB, and GRI 101 disclosure standards. Using Chinese biodiversity finance cases, it demonstrates a technical pathway for pricing biodive…

Xiaowang, Shen

This paper proposes an eight-dimensional ecological balance sheet (RCE-B/S 3.0) based on the IPBES Business and Biodiversity Assessment, creating a unified alignment matrix with TNFD, ISSB, and GRI 101. Using three empirical cases (Amazon r…

Rebecca Christie

This paper critiques the EU's failure to integrate sustainable finance with capital markets policy. It argues that disclosure rules are overly complex and diverge from global standards, and recommends prioritizing technical fixes, diversify…

Xiaoyu Wang, Hongtao Chen, H. Liang +4

This paper optimizes a hydraulically driven opposed-piston reciprocating pump for dense-phase CO2 injection in CCUS. By converting inlet pressure into auxiliary thrust, the design reduces peak driving oil pressure by 31.39% and achieves an …