GX & Decarbonization Research

Kirill A. Varnavsky, Alexander N. Ermakov, Arina D. Smirnova +4

This study proposes an energy-infrastructure model for integrating data centers into coal regions to address structural crisis in coal industry. It utilizes methane from degasification for power generation and combines renewable energy sour…

Jingyuan Wang, Shuli Yan, Liangpeng Wu

This study uses a stock-flow consistent approach to analyze the impacts of energy transition on economic dynamics and environmental benefits under distributive justice. Through model simulations, it reveals the relationship between energy t…

Alessandra Manzini, Irina Martynova, Jing Yu +6

This review critically assesses sulfur-based conversion cathodes for next-generation batteries, bridging laboratory research and practical manufacturing. It analyzes failure mechanisms under realistic conditions such as high sulfur loading …

Priscilla Nyamekye Abban, Tian Ze, Josephine Elom Baham +2

This study empirically examines the interconnections between natural resources, economic growth, energy use, and carbon emissions across West African nations. The findings may inform policy on sustainable development and decarbonization in …

Li Liu, Xiaohu Yang

This study integrates Random Forest (R²=0.95/0.91 for training/testing) and PLUS simulation (82.5% accuracy for industrial land) to quantify land-use-energy dynamics in Shaanxi, China (2005-2030). Key findings: socioeconomic factors drive l…

Min Wei

Analyzes 2371 online comments on residential PV in China. Positive sentiment 65.71%, negative 19.20%, but intensity analysis shows weak positive and stronger negative emotions. Key concerns: contracts, fraud, radiation. Recommends standardi…

Haoming Xia, Zhiyu Chen, Jonathan Y.S. Leung +7

This study uses a rural household survey in China to reveal disparities in energy transition, energy poverty, and energy inequality among different groups. Small, low-income households and those from the Loess Plateau suffer disproportionat…

Andrey Kulikov, E. N. Nikitin

This paper analyzes the development of regional energy integration in ASEAN, focusing on the shift from bilateral to multilateral mechanisms. It examines the ASEAN Power Grid and Trans-ASEAN Gas Pipeline as key infrastructures for decarboni…

Yongjian Chen, Zhi Yang, Shiqi Ou

This paper proposes the Hierarchical Generative Agent-based Simulation Framework (HGA-Sim) that uses large language models to autonomously generate agents with diverse personality traits for realistic simulation of human behavior in mobilit…

Xiaobao Yu, Jialong Jin, Wei Wang

This paper analyzes how nested long-term power purchase agreements (LPPAs) can stabilize revenue for green electricity retailers, thereby managing climate transition risks. It proposes a mechanism to mitigate volatility in renewable energy …

Yaru Hou, En-Ze Wang

This study examines the impact of geopolitical risk on carbon emissions, distinguishing between proactive transition and passive contraction. Provides insights for energy policy under uncertainty.

Yue Lu, Zhongya Ji, Guanxin Yao

This global panel study examines whether renewable electricity expansion is associated with lower waste sector methane intensity. It finds a consistent negative association that strengthens with income and governance quality, suggesting tha…

Jia‐Lin Yang, Miao Du, Jun‐Ming Cao +1

This review systematically evaluates the sustainability of aqueous Zn-ion batteries across their entire life cycle, highlighting green materials, low-carbon manufacturing, and circular economy principles. It identifies key challenges to ind…

Yuhan Wang, Yanyue Li, Jing Deng

This paper examines the impact of geopolitical risk on energy transition goals using nonlinear models. Findings suggest that high geopolitical risk can hinder progress in energy transition, offering important implications for policymakers.

Chunlin Xin, Irfan Khan, Hamid Hassan +1

Using panel data from 17 emerging economies (1995-2021), this study examines how geopolitical risk, natural resource consumption, and clean energy transition affect sustainable development. Financial development and energy transition improv…

Feiyang Yan, Huan Liu, Jing Wan +5

This study introduces a Sn-Zn atomic configured porous nitrogen-rich carbon meta-material (SA-NCS) derived from a guanine-based hydrogen-bonded organic framework (HOF) as a sodium host for anode-less sodium metal batteries. The material pro…

Ying Yín, Guiliang Tian, Yutong Jin

This study conducts a prospective life cycle assessment of aqueous Zn/MnO2 battery energy storage integrated with power generation in China, aiming to contribute to a low-carbon power grid. It quantifies environmental impacts and decarboniz…

Zijie Peng, Xiaohui Yang, Qianhua Xiao

This paper proposes a low-carbon dispatch framework for heterogeneous multi-park electricity-heat-hydrogen integrated energy systems (EHHS) using federated safe reinforcement learning. It incorporates stepped carbon trading and peer-to-peer…

Zijing Liu

This paper empirically examines the effect of digital technology integration on low-carbon transformation in Chinese energy-intensive listed firms from 2009 to 2021. Using text analysis of annual reports for digital frequency and the LTFP m…

Ding Fan

This study analyzes spatiotemporal dynamics and drivers of green and low-carbon innovation efficiency across 280 Chinese cities using explainable machine learning. It reveals regional disparities and policy impacts, offering insights for lo…