GX & Decarbonization Research

Dedong Zhan

This paper redefines energy transition as a standing-generating intelligence process under the B_U framework, moving beyond policy slogans or technology substitution. It proposes that the energy system must shift its invariant kernel to acc…

Dedong Zhan

This paper proposes the BU234 Audit Template for evaluating energy system switching pathways. It defines five gates: Source-Axis Anchoring, Weak Persistence, Friction Cost, Residual Stratification, and Energy Standing Judgment. The template…

Malin Høiseth

Examines the capability gap hindering demand-side flexibility among Norwegian households despite smart system deployment. Identifies factors constraining engagement.

Genice K. Grande-Acosta, Guadalupe Pérez-Morales, Jorge Islas +2

This study uses participatory methods in a Mexican rural community to construct energy scenarios to 2050. An alternative scenario reduces firewood use by 36% and GHG emissions by 31% through improved cookstoves and solar water heaters. It d…

Nyiko Worship Hlongwane, Hlalefang Khobai

This study examines the impact of energy transition on energy poverty in BRICS nations using panel data from 2000 to 2023. Results show a significant negative relationship between energy transition and energy access, suggesting that current…

Naomi Tan

This thesis critiques existing energy system models for ignoring social and financial dimensions, and develops IMPACCT, an integrated assessment model that soft-links open-source tools. A Vietnam case study reveals that economically optimal…

Cristóbal Bonelli, Sandra Calkins, Andreas Weber

This paper critiques dominant framings of sustainable energy transitions for omitting the realities of mining. Using coloniality as an analytical lens, it examines continuities and expansions of extractive practices across temporal and geog…

Dedong Zhan

BU235 proposes a quantitative standing model for energy transition paths that evaluates them based on friction costs (C_fric), unresolved residuals (Xi_res), behavioral/institutional resistance (BBC), and game-adjusted payoffs. It argues th…

Timothy King Avordeh

This paper examines disruptive decentralized energy models (PAYG solar, mini-grids, community renewables) for alleviating energy poverty and accelerating renewable transitions in emerging economies. Through a systematic review of 120 public…

Bożena Gajdzik, Radosław Wolniak, Wieslaw Wes Grebski +2

This study assesses Poland's emission pressure from 2000–2023 using a Fuzzy Multi-Criteria Evaluation (FMCE) framework integrating GDP, coal consumption, natural gas consumption, and renewable electricity. Results show highest pressure in e…

Arjun Kumar K. V., Safika Praveen Sheikh

This paper proposes a unified Conceptual Framework for Analyzing Political, Policy and Geographical Drivers (CFAPPG) in global energy and metal commodity markets. Based on a systematic review of 147 studies, it builds three analytical pilla…

Jani Kinnunen, Irina Georgescu

This study analyzes the long-run and short-run effects of GDP, livestock production, agriculture/forestry/fishing, renewable energy consumption, and urbanization on CO2 emissions in India from 1990-2024 using the Dual Adjustment Approach an…

Bashar Al Shawa

This paper compares the EROI of photovoltaic, concentrated solar power, wind, hydropower, and geothermal energy across all EU27 countries. It finds that only 8 countries have an optimum renewable strategy, while 23 can meet current demand w…

André Alves

This paper uses the wicked problems concept to analyze land-use planning complexities in the energy transition to renewables. It highlights governance challenges from spatial implications and contributes to planning theory debates on the sp…

Obasanjo Joseph Oyedele, Mark C. J. Stoddart

This study examines contributions of environmental NGOs to environmental justice and renewable energy infrastructure in the Niger Delta post-Saro-Wiwa. Solar energy dominates renewable projects; governments and private firms implement more …

Fangbo Chen

This paper examines the transformation of the global energy order from US hegemony to asymmetric multipolarity with China at its core. While remaining the world's largest hydrocarbon importer, China is becoming a clean energy technology lea…

Alcides, Feitosa Neto, Ana Karen, Silveira Pereira Caracas, Carlos Riedel, Porto Carreiro +9

This qualitative study examines the role of green patents and industrial intellectual property in fostering technological innovation in renewable energies. Based on literature and document analysis, it finds that green patents promote resea…

Zhu D.

This paper proposes clean transportation solutions combining green hydrogen hubs and electric vehicle highways, examining technical feasibility and policy integration. It analyzes emission reduction effects and infrastructure challenges of …

Leknoi U.

This study explores engagement factors for low-carbon transition in slum communities. It analyzes how community-led initiatives can contribute to carbon emission reductions.

Sharma M.

This paper proposes AI-enabled energy transition and demand response models for hotels to achieve net-zero targets. It aims to optimize electricity demand, integrate renewable energy, and reduce carbon footprint.