GX & Decarbonization Research

Peter D. Lund, Paula Kivimaa, Lena Neij +1

This editorial introduces a special collection on the energy transition, emphasizing its complexity and the need for interdisciplinary approaches. It discusses the impacts of the Ukraine war and geopolitical uncertainties on energy security…

XIN Huanhai^1, LIU Chenxi^1, HUANG Linbin^1, GAO Huisheng^1, JU Ping^1

This paper proposes a method to quantify system voltage support strength, which decreases with large-scale integration of renewable energy and power electronic devices. Using grid generalized short-circuit ratio and device/station critical …

Jørgen E. Olesen, Svend Christensen, Peter Ruhdal Jensen +10

A comprehensive roadmap for the green transformation of Denmark's agri-food system, outlining four tracks: land use, animal-based food, plant-based food, and biotech-based food, plus crosscutting aspects. It emphasizes research and innovati…

Gary M. Noonan, Alex Mullen, Sarah Argoud +1

This commentary focuses on reducing the environmental footprint of active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturing, highlighting tools like life cycle assessment (LCA) and process mass intensity (PMI). It discusses solvent recycling, b…

Xenia Malcher

This dissertation develops an integrated framework for decarbonizing district heating systems across the entire value chain, from energy sources to infrastructure construction. It harmonizes over 100 studies, models European systems, and an…

Rojas J., Colpaert P., Atemezing G. +2

This workshop aims to advance Mobility and Logistics Data Spaces using Semantic Web, Linked Data, and Knowledge Graph techniques to improve data integration and interoperability in passenger and freight transport, thereby optimizing supply …

Liz Shaw, Dr Noreen Orr, Hassanat M. Lawal +6

A systematic review commissioned by NHS England evaluating interventions to reduce carbon emissions in secondary healthcare. Analyzing 88 studies, it finds telehealth and reusable equipment can cut emissions, but highlights methodological l…

Anna Hnydiuk-Stefan, Ke Feng, Patrick Siarry +7

This paper proposes an integrated biomass-solar two-stage organic Rankine cycle (ORC) system and conducts conventional and advanced exergy, exergoeconomic, and exergoenvironmental analyses. The stable biomass output compensates for solar va…

Yu Hongxiang, Zhou, Dr. Chong, Fu, Dr. Yao +4

This study integrates multiscale CFD and lumped-parameter modeling to analyze transient freezing of molten salt in pipes, relevant to advanced energy systems like nuclear and concentrated solar power. It quantifies the effect of key boundar…

Alison L. Van Eenennaam

Genetic improvement in livestock can enhance productivity and reduce GHG emission intensity, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Adoption of AI and genomic selection is increasing, but gene editing faces regulatory and public ac…

Wu Shengjun^1,2 Xu Qingshan² Yuan Xiaodong¹ Chen Bing¹ Li Qiang¹

This paper analyzes the demand and application of large-scale energy storage technologies in power systems. It highlights their role in facilitating renewable energy integration, peak shaving, and enhancing grid stability, while comparing v…

ZHUANG Kehao¹, XIN Huanhai¹, HUANG Linbin¹, JU Ping¹

This paper reconsiders the definition of grid-forming devices, which are crucial for maintaining voltage and frequency support in power systems with high renewable penetration. It argues that existing definitions based on droop control or v…

Michal Holubčík, Dagmar Cagáňová, Jozef Jandačka

This editorial highlights the significant contribution of small household heating systems, especially solid fuel combustion, to air pollution and health risks. It discusses the need for emission reduction and efficiency improvements, EU pol…

Shanghai Institute of Applied Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences

This paper discusses the development philosophy and potential of thorium-based molten salt reactors (TMSR), a Generation IV nuclear system, in the context of China's sustainable energy development. It predicts a 2-4 fold increase in global …

United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific

This review assesses progress towards sustainable transport in Asia-Pacific across seven areas: regional land connectivity, maritime connectivity, transport digitalization, low-carbon mobility, urban transport, road safety, and inclusive tr…

Alireza A. Chiniforush, Benoît Belleville, Wen Li +3

This study explores the Australian sawn timber industry's adaptation to market changes and climate impacts, focusing on utilizing low-grade timber in residential construction. Through structural modeling and probabilistic methods (AS1720, I…

Ruo-hao GE, Guo-gang WANG, Kun-yu NIU

This study analyzes carbon emissions from China's agri-food system from both production and consumption perspectives (1990-2022) using Tapio decoupling and LMDI models. It finds strong decoupling after 2015, with economic development as the…

Akio Kasuga

This paper quantifies the contribution of the demand side (designers, contractors, owners) to CO2 reduction in structural concrete. Analyzing GCCA's net-zero roadmap and Japanese NIES data, it clarifies the reduction sharing between supply …

Kripa Dwarakanath

This paper reviews UK policies and industry standards for embodied carbon reduction in buildings, showing how voluntary whole-life carbon standards drive project developers to collaborate with supply chains on design optimization, low-carbo…

G. C. Shurson, Pedro E Urriola

This paper argues for transforming pork production into a sustainable circular system. It emphasizes improving feed formulation and precision feeding to reduce environmental impacts, and proposes upcycling nutrients from food waste. It also…