GX & Decarbonization Research

Jan Emblemsvåg

This paper responds to criticism of a prior study comparing Germany's Energiewende with an alternative policy of investing in nuclear power. It defends the conclusion that nuclear investment would have yielded better overall results, arguin…

Ghorbani B.

This paper reviews national roadmaps for the hydrogen economy in East Asia (Japan, China, South Korea) and explores opportunities for strategic collaboration with Canada.

Ueckerdt F.

This paper analyzes the cost competitiveness of blue hydrogen (produced from natural gas with carbon capture and storage) and green hydrogen (produced via electrolysis using renewable energy). It examines key cost drivers and the impact of …

Mueller T.

This paper analyzes the economic synergies of green hydrogen infrastructure cooperation between Morocco and Germany. Leveraging complementary strengths, it highlights cost reductions and market creation, offering insights for building a glo…

Zhang Z.

This paper presents a collaborative optimization of the formula and structure of rubber cylinders used in CCUS well packers, aiming to improve durability and sealing performance under high-pressure and corrosive conditions, thereby enhancin…

Sullivan M.

This paper introduces the Carbonsafe Initiative, which aims to accelerate the deployment of carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects by fostering convergence and collaboration among existing and planned projects, with a target to launch by…

Mertens D.

This paper analyzes the political dynamics of sustainable finance policy in the EU, examining regulatory-market interactions and stakeholder influences to reveal challenges and opportunities for achieving sustainable finance.

Dikau S.

This paper analyzes China's central bank use of window guidance to promote green lending. It examines the effectiveness and challenges of this monetary policy tool in steering sustainable investment.

Wu L.

This paper analyzes the impact of China's carbon emission trading system (ETS) on achieving its carbon emission peak using a novel data-driven approach. Empirical results indicate that the ETS is effective in reducing emissions and could fa…

Markaki M.

This paper analyzes the price and welfare effects of the EU Emissions Trading System 2 (EU-ETS2), which extends carbon pricing to buildings and road transport. It quantifies economic impacts across sectors, revealing trade-offs between effi…

Jia Z.

This paper examines the impact of emission trading schemes (ETS) on the business performance of downstream enterprises. Empirical evidence suggests that ETS implementation can lead to positive effects on firm profitability.

Sun L.

This study employs spillover analysis to assess the impact of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) on crude oil, maritime transportation, and EU carbon markets. It reveals significant price and volatility transmission among these market…

Ilyas M.

This paper provides an overview of policy frameworks and regulations for achieving net zero, comparing approaches across countries. It discusses challenges in designing and implementing regulations and effective policy mixes.

Gifford L.

This paper examines the governance implications of science-based targets (SBTs) for climate action, focusing on both opportunities (e.g., standard-setting, accountability) and limitations (e.g., equity gaps, implementation challenges). It p…

Hąbek P.

This paper evaluates ESG software solutions for sustainability reporting in manufacturing, comparing features and applicability to guide practitioner choice.

Martinez-Meyers S.

This paper analyzes the impact of the EU's Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) on ESG performance and risk in the fund industry from a multi-regional perspective. It suggests that the regulation has influenced investment behavi…

Peng L.

This paper investigates the role of ESG committees in corporate greenwashing. It examines whether ESG committees reduce or enable greenwashing, providing insights into the effectiveness of governance structures in ensuring credible environm…

Appelbaum D.

This paper explores audit methodology applying double materiality to attestation of ESG disclosures in financial statements. It presents a framework for enhancing reliability of sustainability reporting, with implications for investors and …

Reavis M.

This paper evaluates greenhouse gas emissions and climate mitigation goals across the global food and beverage sector, likely analyzing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions and alignment with science-based targets.

Thombs R.P.

This paper empirically evaluates the effectiveness of industrial decarbonization policies across 150 nations from 1990 to 2020. It analyzes the relationship between policy types, implementation, and emission reductions, offering insights fo…