GX & Decarbonization Research

Dave Singh, Italo Poggesi, Stephen Weng +10

This paper reports Phase 1 trials evaluating HFA-152a as a low-carbon propellant alternative in metered-dose inhalers. Results show no clinically significant effects on mucociliary clearance or bronchoconstriction, suggesting safety for tra…

Lin Zhang, Yannian Zhang, Q Y Wang +4

This study proposes a method for high-volume substitution of lithium slag in one-part low-carbon cementitious materials activated by solid alkali-sulfate wastes. It investigates hydration mechanism, carbon-cost assessment, and leaching beha…

Salman Alnasser, Suhaila Mattar

This paper evaluates the mechanical and microstructural performance of low-carbon lightweight fibre reinforced concrete incorporating LC3 (limestone calcined clay cement). The results demonstrate that LC3 can significantly reduce the carbon…

Sivuyile Jokazi, Lehlohonolo Lefalatsa

A survey of 783 South African engineers registered with ECSA found that only 27.9% had formal climate training, but trained engineers were significantly more likely to participate in climate projects (67.8% vs 34.5%). Results suggest expand…

Yogesh Kumar

This review outlines how biochar production from biowaste offers sustainable solutions for waste management, carbon sequestration, and soil improvement. It summarizes thermochemical conversion processes and biochar properties, discussing co…

K. A. Raudales, D.A. Sosa-Urquía

This paper reviews advances in nuclear fusion, reactor types, and challenges, then presents the STRANAI Strategic Network that applies AI to plasma control, event detection, turbulence analysis, and predictive disruption models. The interdi…

John Sebastian Babich, Emily Sattora, Juan Diego Betancur +4

This study models plant-based protein swaps in a US hospital, finding cost savings of $0.159/ounce and GHG reductions of 721 g CO2/ounce. Using publicly available tools, healthcare decision-makers can quantify climate and health benefits of…

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This case study presents environmental initiatives at a major drugstore company, including energy efficiency and waste reduction, aiming to reduce environmental impact and contribute to sustainability.

Yingang Gui, Jiaqi Liu, Chang Ji +3

This study investigates the interfacial modulation and adsorption mechanisms of Zr2CO2/WSSe heterostructures for selective detection of nitrogen dioxide in agricultural greenhouse gas monitoring. Based on density functional theory calculati…

Dowan Kim, Junbeum Kim

This study assesses mixed plastic waste treatment in South Korea using LCA and MFA, incorporating potential GHG emissions. It provides insights for reducing environmental impact in waste management.

Xianjin Lan, Dali Song, Wei Zhou +10

This study demonstrates that optimizing fertilization depth in double-cropping rice systems can maintain or increase grain yield while significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions (N2O and CH4). It analyzes the mechanisms by which fertil…

Goes G.V.

This paper analyzes the impact of traffic rearrangement on greenhouse gas emissions from a network vulnerability perspective. The findings contribute to evaluating emission reduction strategies in transportation policy.

García S.

This longitudinal study examines how consumption of ultra-processed foods contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, water usage, energy consumption, and land use. The findings highlight dietary patterns as significant drivers of environmenta…

Dregulo A.M.

This study analyzes the contribution of wastewater treatment plants and landfill sludge disposal to greenhouse gas emissions, identifying these facilities as vulnerable aspects in cities' carbon neutrality targets.

Kalaivani A.

This paper identifies key traits in rice breeding that can reduce methane emissions from paddy fields. It proposes integrating these traits into breeding programs to significantly cut greenhouse-gas emissions from rice cultivation. The find…

Elizabeth Aigaje-Espinosa, Rui Shi

This study evaluates two hydroconversion pathways (hydrocracking and hydrogenolysis) for converting plastic waste into refinery-compatible 'poly-crude'. Using probabilistic techno-economic analysis and GHG emission calculations, it finds th…

Monique T. Barakat, Favour Nwokorie, Smit S. Deliwala +3

This study assesses the carbon footprint of pediatric endoscopy, finding that the environmental impact is disproportionately large relative to the small patient size. It highlights the need for sustainability in medical procedures.

Tian Bai, Mahyar Panahi‐Sarmad, Jie Yan +6

This paper explores multiscale engineering of bamboo as a carbon-negative material, aiming to maximize its carbon sequestration potential for applications such as construction materials.

Xingyu Liu, Jiaming Li, Chao Liu +8

This study develops cyano-grafted porous carbon nitride and introduces deep electron traps via defect engineering for robust H2O2 photosynthesis. The material enhances charge separation efficiency, achieving high H2O2 production activity.

Margherita Paladini, Bruno Lasserre, Mario Pagano +2

This review analyzes 80 papers on functional traits in nature-based solutions across urban and forest contexts. It finds that functional traits mediate biodiversity-ecosystem service relationships, with expression context-dependent on manag…