GX & Decarbonization Research

Bayu Wirayuda, Mery Sukartini, Desty Cristya Anisa

This study examines the effect of ESG disclosure (Bloomberg ESG Disclosure Score) on firm value (PBV) and the moderating role of investment decisions (CAPBVA) in 12 Indonesian mining companies (60 firm-year observations) using panel data re…

Jieyi CHEN, Mui Yee Cheok, Lili LI +1

Using panel data from Chinese A-share listed firms (2014-2023), this study finds that ESG disclosure significantly curbs corporate misconduct by reducing financing constraints, with stronger effects for firms with higher audit quality. It h…

Carolina Solé-Delgado, Amanda Rubio-Alcocer, J. Pascual-Prieto

A retrospective pilot study applying life cycle assessment to quantify the carbon footprint of NICU admissions for very preterm infants in a Spanish hospital. It highlights the environmental impact of healthcare activities and potential red…

Thomas N. Robinson, K. O’Sullivan, Ashe J. Walker +7

In a randomized trial with 1,201 US adults, recommending food swaps in an online grocery store improved healthfulness and reduced carbon footprint of purchases. Climate and combined swaps cut CO2-eq per kg significantly, while health-only s…

Weiye Zhang, Bismillah Husseini, Aseel Smerat +1

This paper proposes robust frameworks for assessing the volumetric carbon footprint of ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS) geopolymer concretes, addressing limitations of weight-based assessments and supporting low-carbon material s…

Nsikan Dan, Aniekan M. Ekanem, Nyakno J. George +2

This study inventories carbon emissions from government ministries and canteens in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, using the GHG Protocol. Total emissions are ~152 tCO2/year, with electricity (45.7%) and diesel (40.0%) as main sources. Recommenda…

Wietske van der Bijl, Bahez Gareb, Koen Klomberg +4

This study conducts a life cycle assessment of CAR-T cell manufacturing, quantifying carbon emissions. Transport is the dominant contributor, with centralized manufacturing emitting 355.75 kg CO2e versus 72.85 kg CO2e for point-of-care. Clo…

Amirhossein Janzadeh, Sasan Moradi, Maryam Armaghan

This study compares four conventional wall systems and a hempcrete-based alternative for mid-rise residential buildings in Tehran, using LCA and building energy simulation to assess 30-year carbon emissions. The LECA wall achieved the lowes…

Yiming Yun, Wenliang Yang, Xianfeng Zhang +3

This study investigates how soil texture regulates the accumulation pathways of plant- and microbial-derived organic carbon, providing insights into soil carbon sequestration mechanisms. It contributes to understanding soil carbon storage a…

Shahna Vakeri, Sami Souissi, Erlantz Lizundia +2

This paper compares the carbon sequestration potential of major global ecosystems, highlighting the influence of biological equilibria on carbon dynamics. It proposes strategic implementation routes for biological carbon sequestration in ou…

Yi Zhou, Xinzhou Zhao, Lan Li +2

Based on a 24-year grazing experiment, this study proposes a 'Soil-Plant-Livestock Carbon Pump' framework to explain grazing effects on carbon cycling. Although grazing intensity reduces aboveground biomass and litter carbon, it positively …

Ashwath Hegde

This paper presents a conceptual figure outlining the major stakeholders in carbon markets, including standard-setting bodies, validation and verification bodies, project developers, consultants, and credit buyers. It serves as an education…

Ashwath Hegde

This conceptual figure outlines the entire carbon project development process, from identification and feasibility assessment through methodology selection, validation, registration, implementation, monitoring, verification, credit issuance…

Ashwath Hegde

This conceptual figure illustrates the standard carbon project lifecycle, from project identification and feasibility assessment through methodology selection, documentation, validation and registration, implementation, monitoring and verif…

Vikas Khare, Monica Bhatia, Miraj Ahmed Bhuiyan

This paper explores integrating carbon credits and carbon sequestration into circular economy frameworks. It aims to balance carbon emission reduction with economic activities, examining how carbon value can be leveraged in circular busines…

Biratu Bobo Merga, Kenate Worku Tabor

This study assesses urban green spaces in Jimma City, Ethiopia, for carbon storage and thermal comfort using a locally calibrated Urban Green Space Condition Index (UGSCI) from Landsat 8 imagery. Only 18% of the area has good green space co…

Zahra Amirzada, Irina Pavlova

This policy paper examines how Nature-based Solutions (NBS) can be recognized and managed as critical infrastructure assets within European resilience, investment, and risk-governance frameworks. Drawing on evidence from five European City …

Ren-yun Zhang, Yan Liu, Zhi-yu Fan +2

This paper evaluates environmental risks of Pidgeon-process magnesium residues and explores valorization via carbon capture and electroconversion. Effective use of residues can contribute to both waste management and CO2 reduction, enhancin…

Abin Suarsa, Agus Sutandi, Iis Dewi Fitriani +4

This paper examines how trust labels and social lifestyles drive low-carbon coffee purchases in emerging markets, addressing the green gap between environmental attitudes and actual behavior. It offers insights for marketing strategies to p…

Ziyi GE, Shiyun Gan, Jiayi Li +7

This study shows that aromatic carbon from low-temperature biochar enhances the activity of phosphate-solubilizing bacteria under saline-alkaline stress. It suggests potential for soil improvement and carbon sequestration through biochar ap…