GX & Decarbonization Research

NALINEE INTIM, Wirongrong Duangjai, Sapit Diloksumpun +2

This study quantifies the carbon footprint of a full-rotation teak plantation in Thailand using life cycle assessment. Total operational emissions were 4,633.4 kg CO2eq/ha over 30 years, with harvesting accounting for 62.7% and silviculture…

Luthfiyannisa Luthfiyannisa, Agil Al Idrus, Abdul Syukur

This study evaluates carbon stocks in mangroves at Bale Mangrove Ecotourism Site in Lombok, Indonesia. Total aboveground biomass is 22.95 ton/ha, carbon stock 11.48 ton C/ha (CO2 eq 42.12 ton/ha), dominated by Rhizophora mucronata. Species …

Zhang J.

Seaweed farming can sequester carbon dioxide and absorb microplastics, offering dual benefits for climate mitigation and pollution control. This paper likely quantifies these contributions and evaluates the potential of seaweed aquaculture …

Nicholson S.R.

This paper analyzes the energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions from manufacturing associated with plastics consumption. It quantifies lifecycle emissions to inform climate mitigation strategies.

Singh A.K.

This paper proposes improved accounting methods for greenhouse gas emissions from Indian coal mining based on field data. It identifies limitations in current estimation approaches and suggests more accurate measurement and reporting techni…

Hill S.

This paper argues that the built-environment sector needs a whole-life emissions metric covering operational and embodied emissions from material extraction to disposal to effectively achieve net-zero goals. Such a metric enables comprehens…

M. D R, S. S, S. M +3

This paper presents an AI framework using LSTM networks to forecast short-term carbon intensity (CI) of urban grids, converting forecasts into a Carbon Score Index. Industrial facilities can identify low-CI operating windows, achieving 15%+…

Aurora Bertini, Muheeb Al-Obaidy, Maxime Dasse +3

This study proposes an integrated framework combining life cycle impact assessment (LCIA) and building performance simulation (BPS) to evaluate whole-life GHG emissions of renovation strategies. Using a Belgian house case study, six scenari…

Ning Yu, Lan Xia, Zhiyi Ran +1

This study conducts a life cycle carbon footprint analysis of power batteries, incorporating changes in the electricity mix over time. It assesses carbon emissions across the battery's life cycle, from manufacturing to disposal, and evaluat…

D Trigaux, L Mouton, E Van de moortel +1

This study assesses the environmental impact of bio-based construction materials in Belgium using LCA. Comparing with conventional materials, it finds that bio-based materials can reduce climate change impacts but may increase other impacts…

Yuchuan Zheng, Ming Cheng, Peijun Lu +5

This study analyzes embodied carbon emissions from 692 low-rise and multi-story residential buildings in China and proposes mitigation strategies, highlighting the importance of material selection and design improvements.

J Železná, J Růžička

This paper presents recommendations for integrating Whole Life Carbon (WLC) assessment into national policies across EU member states, based on insights from the INDICATE project and EPBD IV directive. It emphasizes transparent, harmonized …

Reduan M.T.

This paper proposes a generic mathematical model to calculate gate-to-gate carbon emissions for laser materials processing. It provides a framework to quantify manufacturing stage emissions, aiding carbon footprint reduction.

Bynoe P.

This paper examines greenhouse gas emissions from petroleum production in Guyana and their implications for the country's net carbon sink status. It assesses the balance between forest carbon sequestration and emissions from oil extraction,…

Chen X.

This study estimates greenhouse gas emissions from Jiangxi Province's livestock industry using a life cycle perspective and analyzes driving factors to inform agricultural emission reduction strategies.

Obinna Iheanacho Anyanwu, Martin Chidinma Iwuji, Godswill Nnabuihe Nwaji +2

This meta-analysis quantifies operational carbon emission intensities for reverse osmosis (RO) and multi-stage flash (MSF) desalination technologies. RO averages 2.52 kg CO₂-eq/m³, while MSF averages 8.98 kg CO₂-eq/m³, reflecting difference…

Thi Thu Thao Nguyen, Thi Hong Gap Nguyen

This study assesses GHG emission potential of smallholder pig and wild boar farms in Vietnam, identifying enteric fermentation and manure management as main hotspots. Pig farming emits 1.5 times more than wild boar. Anaerobic digestion (bio…

Chiara Aquino, Valentina Bacciu, Maria Vincenza Chiriacò +5

This paper proposes an Earth Observation-based Tier 3 framework for monitoring greenhouse gas emissions from forest fires in Italy. By leveraging satellite data, it enables high-precision estimation of emissions.

Xiaoyan Le, Mengmeng Shen, Ziyi Liao +5

Using process-level LCA based on in-situ industrial data, this study quantifies GHG emissions of PTA production. Total emissions are 1600.9 kg CO2 eq/t, with the end process of the PTA unit contributing 22.3%. Replacing conventional hydroge…

Vanessa Gomes, M. Saade, M. Balouktsi +4

This paper addresses the critical data gaps hindering the achievement of net zero whole life carbon in buildings. It proposes frameworks and methods to improve data availability and quality, essential for decarbonizing the building sector.