GX & Decarbonization Research

Thibault Boughedada

This paper analyzes the institutionalization of a local low-carbon transition policy in Dunkirk, the largest industrial port in northern France. It finds that the policy, aimed at job creation and reindustrialization, is facilitated by land…

Mark Freeman, Ben Groom, Frikk Nesje +1

This paper explores the relationship between individual beliefs, scientific evidence, and climate action, examining how perceptions shape support for climate policies and offering insights for effective communication.

Yashodhara Shrikant Varale

This paper analyzes the economic impacts of climate change and policy responses, focusing on market-based instruments, cost-benefit analysis, and climate finance. It highlights the disproportionate burden on developing countries and argues …

Bruno Fontaine, Julien LEFEVRE, Antoine Teixeira +1

This study quantifies the mitigation potential of sufficiency measures (lifestyle changes reducing demand) in France's net-zero transition, comparing them with efficiency and electrification. Using an input-output model, it finds sufficienc…

Wang C.

This paper examines whether China's Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) changes the quality and allocation of green innovation, using proper modeling of treatment timing and spatial exposure. It employs causal inference methods to assess the pol…

Hasan L.N.

This paper examines the legitimation of private net zero emission building standards within global decarbonization goals. It explores how such standards gain acceptance and their role in decarbonizing the building sector.

Wei Zhang, Richard Bless Edzi, Gabriel Mordzifa Sackitey +2

This study examines the roles of economic policy uncertainty (EPU) and governance quality in climate mitigation and adaptation in BRIC economies from 1995-2024. Using PCSE and 2SLS estimators, it finds that EPU positively influences mitigat…

Pei‐Chien Lin, Fang-Yi Chu

This paper empirically examines the impact of women's political participation on the adoption of green policies and carbon emission reductions, contributing to the literature on gender and environmental outcomes.

Xiaotong Jian, Ruohan Wu, Rong Xu +1

Using panel data of Chinese A-share listed firms from 2012 to 2022, this study finds that low-carbon policy intensity increases corporate financialisation (shift from real investment to financial assets). The mechanism is driven by short-te…

Andreas Wolfsteiner

This paper seeks to identify global framework data for feasible national emission reduction targets compatible with the Paris Agreement. It finds a remaining mitigation gap even under optimistic assumptions, using the ESPM methodology.

Open Insights

This report models the impact of the Conservative Party of Canada's 2021 energy and climate policies. Repealing the carbon tax and ZEV mandate, while introducing CCUS tax credits, leads to only a 6% emissions reduction by 2030, far short of…

Sanjay Taneja, Mukul Bhatnagar, András Szeberényi +1

This study conducts a systematic literature review on integrating climate-resilient policies into healthcare systems, targeting SDG 13 (climate) and SDG 3 (health). It identifies gaps in policy coordination, financing, and infrastructure, a…

Balázs Markó

This paper shows that military spending increases emissions and hinders the green transition. Using local projections and a dynamic production network model for the US, it finds that military spending shocks raise total emissions by 0.9–2% …

Alanoud Al-Maadid, Mohamed Sami Ben Ali, Brahim Bergougui

This study investigates the impact of industrial robot adoption on energy vulnerability using panel data from 52 countries (2000-2019). Results show that robot adoption significantly reduces energy vulnerability, with institutional flexibil…

Jewel Rana, Ratul Talukdar, Mohammad Fakhrul Islam +4

This study analyzes U.S. data from 1990-2021 using ARDL modeling to examine how environmental taxes, policy stringency, resource dependence, trade, and globalization affect CO2 emissions. Environmental tax revenue is paradoxically associate…

Yakubu I.N.

This paper examines the development of a unified green taxonomy for Africa, aiming to standardize green investment regulation across the continent. It discusses the potential for a continental taxonomy to facilitate cross-border green finan…

Braidotti L.

This paper analyzes how new environmental regulations (e.g., IMO sulfur cap, EU ETS) affect fuel and emissions costs for Mediterranean cruises. Increased compliance costs may impact profitability and strategic decisions in the cruise indust…

Annicchiarico B.

Lin C.

This paper compares the implementation of IMO carbon emission regulations for ships between China and the EU, evaluating differences and effectiveness, and providing insights for future international decarbonization policies.

Ajayi Simon Olukotun, Olaide Oladiran, Aniala Emmanuel

This study explores climate experts' perceptions on causes and effects of climate change in Ibadan, Nigeria, focusing on NBS and innovation integration. Based on 50 interviews, it identifies key barriers to NBS adoption and recommends publi…