GX & Decarbonization Research

Iain de Jonge-Anderson, Gareth Johnson, Anne Merfort +3

Integrated Assessment Models project large-scale CO2 geological storage, but feasibility is questioned. Analyzing six leading models, this study finds storage cost and geological potential assumptions remain outdated, urging the CCUS commun…

Klaus Butterbach‐Bahl, Laurent Philippot, João Serra +3

This review synthesizes three decades of soil N2O emission research, covering advances in measurement, process understanding, microbial ecology, and modeling. High-frequency and isotopic methods revealed hot moments and hotspots, while mole…

Osama Omar

This study systematically reviews the role of AI in climate-resilient green buildings, identifying six key sustainability indicators: energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, carbon footprint reduction, water management, indoor envi…

Victor Braga Rodrigues Duarte, Henrique Machado Dias, Renan Köpp Hollunder +4

This study analyzes aboveground biomass (AGB) dynamics in Brazil's Atlantic Forest montane rainforest using 10-year monitoring data. It finds that communities with more conservative species traits show higher AGB increases, with environment…

Kazuya Ito, Ryo Takahashi, Ryuta Takashima

This study develops a real options model capturing the interaction between renewable energy investment and cryptocurrency mining under uncertainty. Numerical results show that mining increases the value of renewable energy investment and lo…

I. U. Adeyeye, D. C. Akujuobi, Ezeh M.C. +2

This paper develops a DCF framework to quantify stranded asset risk in Nigerian upstream oil and gas, applying it to a representative operator. Under IEA scenarios, the Stranded Asset Value (SAV) is USD 280.15 million, 77% of BAU NPV. It re…

O. T. Oladejo, F. H. Sangolade

This paper proposes an integrated transition pathway balancing decarbonization, energy security, and economic resilience. It shows that electrification of upstream facilities and methane abatement can reduce carbon intensity by 20-35% while…

Y. A. Adeeyo

This paper analyzes Nigeria's energy transition, focusing on the role of natural gas and barriers to renewable energy deployment. It finds that policy inconsistencies, financing constraints, and infrastructure deficits hinder renewables, wh…

I. M. Ogba, C.O. Amoo, J. O. Omooluwa

Gas flaring in oil and gas is a major GHG source and energy waste. This review assesses adsorption-desorption technology for capturing GHGs, evaluating adsorbents (MOFs, activated carbon, zeolites) and desorption methods (PSA, TSA, VSA). Li…

Victor Joseph

This paper examines opportunities for perovskite solar cell manufacturing in Nigeria within sustainable energy development and industrial growth. It highlights low-cost, low-temperature processes and flexible applications suitable for decen…

K. E. Vahyalajah, O. Alonge, B. Kelly +3

This study examines policy and regulatory drivers affecting hybrid energy system deployment in Nigeria's oil and gas sector, using literature review, comparative policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement. It evaluates instruments like fee…

R. D. Otubu, A. Adedeji, A. W. Banire

This study evaluates the techno-economic feasibility of repurposing abandoned oil wells in Nigeria for geothermal energy. A closed-loop system is modeled, showing LCOE of 120-180 $/MWh for electricity and 25-45 $/MWh for heat, with suspende…

Caleb A. Adeniji, Akorede O. Joledo, Dillinna Lucy Nwobi +2

Western MDBs' ESG-driven divestment from African hydrocarbon projects has created a $41 billion annual financing gap. This study evaluates the African Energy Bank (AEB), finding its $5 billion capitalization covers 12-37% of the gap. It rec…

Олег Мариев, Md Monirul Islam

This is a corrigendum to a published paper analyzing how financial stress, governance, and geopolitics affect Europe's energy transition mineral trade. The specific corrections are not detailed, but the original study is relevant for unders…

U. S. Dhemre, BM Kamble, SR Shelke +4

Biochar, a carbon-rich material from biomass pyrolysis, offers soil improvement, carbon sequestration, and pollution control. This review covers production technologies, market trends, and climate mitigation potential, highlighting India's …

A. U. Raji

This paper argues that carbon accounting designed for OECD emitters creates an asymmetric sovereignty trap for Nigerian oil companies. It quantifies a valuation gap between VCM credit prices ($5) and the social cost of carbon ($185), and id…

Mario B. Egboye, Perpetual O. Obeta

This paper addresses overlooked emission sources in maritime decarbonization, focusing on the land-sea interface rather than onboard fuels. Using Central Klaipeda Terminal as a case, it evaluates policies and mitigation strategies to improv…

O. Kolade, V. A. Adeleke, S. D. Ojo +2

This paper reviews technologies for repurposing oil and gas infrastructure (depleted wells, pipelines, offshore platforms, processing facilities, storage tanks) for geothermal, hydrogen transport, offshore wind/solar, CCS, and energy storag…

oleg bitsoev

This paper proposes a transition to 100% renewable energy for the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, introducing a topological grid management method based on GRA-nullification and bounded subjectivity of AI agents. It offers a novel framewo…

Prince Innocent, Yakubu Wagaja, Ruissein Mahon

This paper proposes a techno-economic framework for gas utilisation investments in Nigeria's Niger Delta, incorporating transition uncertainties. Multi-scenario analysis across 60 combinations reveals investment rankings that differ from co…