GX & Decarbonization Research

Mohamad, Hasif, Ibrahim, Khairul Anwar, Zalani, Che Wan Mohd Faizal Che Wan Mohd +2

This paper empirically evaluates the impact of grid-connected solar photovoltaic (GCPV) systems on power quality (frequency fluctuation and voltage total harmonic distortion) in Malaysia. Findings show minimal impact, with all parameters wi…

Mehmetaj, Ilir

This theoretical concept paper proposes a 30-tower system across the North and Baltic Seas, claiming to generate 126% of Germany's electricity demand through magnesium combustion and a cascading steam turbine system. It also envisions large…

Fletcher W.D.

This paper outlines the pathways to achieving net zero to solve the climate crisis, discussing necessary emission reductions, policies, and technologies.

Mehmetaj, Ilir

This paper presents a theoretical concept for the HCTGS v26 Deutschland system, consisting of 30 towers in the North and Baltic Seas. It claims each tower can continuously output 2.35 GW of electricity, with total generation exceeding Germa…

Ani Ter‐Mkrtchyan, Kuhika Gupta, Hank C. Jenkins‐Smith +2

This study analyzes the relationship between climate change beliefs and support for nuclear energy among the U.S. public using three national surveys (over 6,000 adults). It finds that climate change perceptions affect support, but underlyi…

Leonardo Agnusdei

This paper proposes a novel framework called 'gendered energy ageism' to capture the unique structural and social discrimination faced by older women in low-carbon energy transitions. Grounded in feminist intersectionality theory and energy…

Dorothee Arlt, Christina Schümann

Using a 4-wave German panel survey, this study examines the prevalence of conspiracy beliefs about the energy transition and their relationship with media use. It finds strong stable between-person associations but almost no within-person c…

Florentin-Robert Drăgan, Lucian Toma, Irina I. Picioroagã

This paper analyzes smart cities from an energy perspective, emphasizing the interdependence of energy systems, digitalization, and communication technologies. Taking a system-of-systems approach, it highlights the potential of renewable en…

Niteesha Salgaonkar

This paper introduces the book 'Ecogas Energy Allied Nature', which proposes converting construction waste into cooking fuel using low-cost methods, addressing India's LPG dependency and waste management challenges. It reframes waste as a r…

José Julián Carvajal Escudero

This paper reviews the environmental and health impacts of hydraulic fracturing (fracking), including groundwater contamination, methane emissions, induced seismicity, and ecosystem disruption. It also notes that renewable energy sources ha…

Baby le vent Kabidi Banunginikwau

This study compares three water supply systems in rural DRC: gravitational, hydraulic (Kaplan turbine), and thermal (diesel generator). The gravitational system is most sustainable with low cost ($144/month) and environmental impact, while …

Sinan Bağdaş, Gamze ŞEKEROĞLU

This study examines the mediating role of energy consumption in the relationship between economic growth, trade openness, and carbon emissions in Turkey using data from 1965-2022. GDP has a negative effect on both energy consumption and CO2…

Leonardo A F Souza, C. Ribas, I. Dalmolin +2

This study evaluates the efficiency of triethylammonium hydrogen sulfate ionic liquid in pretreating banana, orange, and mango peel residues for bioethanol production. Mango residue showed the highest potential due to high sugar content and…

G. Rahul, Sheeja Prasad, V. Sanjeeva Kumar

This review systematically analyzes how nanomaterials (e.g., graphene, quantum dots, green-synthesized nanoparticles) enable sustainable applications in energy conversion, water purification, and precision agriculture. Based on 2023–2026 li…

Darren Sharp, Sophie-Marie Ertelt

This paper explores the role of emotions in participatory backcasting for net-zero urban transitions. It analyzes how feelings influence acceptance of future scenarios and behavioral change, offering insights for more effective transition m…

Jia Guo, Zhaoshuai Pan, Hua Liao

This paper proposes a novel price index for critical minerals essential to the energy transition. The index comprehensively captures price fluctuations of strategic resources like lithium and cobalt, offering insights for energy policy and …

Ruth V. Hamilton, John R. Underhill

This appendix provides acronyms and definitions related to offshore geospatial planning for the energy transition.

V. Choudri, S Vijayakumar, C. Senthilkumar +1

This paper develops a mathematical model analyzing the effect of green technology on a sustainable production system, carbon emissions, and shortages under demand dependent on advertisement, price, and sales returns. It derives optimal prod…

T Osman

This study proposes an integrated participatory scenario planning approach for envisioning low-carbon urban futures in the Greater Cairo region. Through collaboration with local stakeholders, multiple future scenarios are developed and asse…

Mei Zhao, Xuegang Chen, Jiangyan Wang +2

This study examines the spatiotemporal dynamics of low-carbon economic development in Xinjiang, China, and constructs a spatial correlation network to understand regional interactions and disparities in low-carbon transition.