GX & Decarbonization Research

Francis Ngoye, Ornellia Nargess Ozenga, Pradel Tonda-Mikiéla +2

This study prepared activated carbons by co-carbonizing sugarcane bagasse and coconut shell blends with low KOH impregnation (0.1:1). The bagasse-rich sample showed high surface area (576 m2/g) and micropore volume, while the coconut-rich s…

Hemant Agrawal, Sunil kumar

This paper proposes an integrated design framework for concrete combining low-carbon binder (LC3), self-healing agents, and carbon-based sensing. Scenario analysis shows a 38-47% reduction in cradle-to-gate global warming potential compared…

Chenhao Zhao, Xiaoqiang Dong, Jiaxin Liang +2

This paper reports the development of low-carbon grouting materials through synergistic utilization of red mud and coal gangue, proposing a sustainable pathway for waste valorization and carbon emission reduction, with potential application…

Renewable Power Office. Solar Energy Technologies Office USDOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), Feng Yan, USDOE Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI) +2

This final technical report summarizes systematic engineering of thermally pressed carbon-based planar perovskite solar cells (C-PSCs) to improve interface quality, electrode conductivity, and stability. The work links device performance to…

Yuxuan Wu, Qianqian Wang, Qihan Zhang +6

This study develops a data-driven framework for sustainable design of rare-earth permanent magnets, using 346 experimental samples and MLP models to predict magnetic properties with high accuracy. SHAP analysis identifies Nd as key, and mul…

Masood Ahmed, Jie Ren, Chuluke Aisiati +9

This study investigates the influence of hydrogen-based reduction on magnetite cold-bonded briquettes, exploring low-carbon ironmaking pathways. It provides insights for decarbonizing the steel industry.

Haiyang Jiang, Jijun Shui, Zhifeng Liang +2

This paper analyzes the cost increase of low-carbon transition in power systems considering climate risk. It integrates renewable energy expansion with climate impacts, proposing a method to assess transition costs. Quantitative analysis is…

Yuan Yuan, Yaya Song, Qi Fu +1

This systematic review of overseas land investment (2008-2026) examines its role under carbon neutrality targets, revealing divergences between Chinese and English research. It highlights China's transition to active governance, emphasizing…

Guze Li

China's 2060 carbon neutrality requires both emission cuts and removal. This paper evaluates urban metabolism optimization, ecological restoration, and direct air capture (DAC) using AHP and entropy weighting. Urban metabolism dominates 203…

Yu Liu, Lingyu Yang, Yawen Liu +13

This study analyzes how the sequencing of mitigation strategies affects cost-effectiveness in achieving China's carbon neutrality. By optimizing the order of technology and policy deployment, total costs can be reduced. It provides importan…

Ludwick Satria Romadoni, Erdhi Setya Prayudha, K. Kuatman +3

This study evaluates Airborne Laser Scanning (ALS) for Indonesia's carbon trading MRV framework (SRUK). A structured review of 20 sources shows ALS accurately estimates carbon density in tropical forests, but regulatory standards for remote…

Yu Tian, Bangjun Wang

This study analyzes the integration of Green Electricity Certificates (GEC) and Carbon Emissions Trading (CET) in China using AI methods (BERTopic, cosine similarity, Bayesian ERGMs) on 1,137 policy documents. It finds rapid central discour…

Shruti Gupta, Ajay Kumar, Mohit Yadav +1

This paper presents ICEC, a prototype system for monitoring and reporting department-level Scope 3 emissions in higher education institutions. It converts user-uploaded consumption data (electricity, diesel, LPG, water, waste) to CO2e using…

S. Brindha, S. Shankarkumar

This chapter discusses the importance of ethical foundations and financial restructuring for climate action, focusing on India's net zero transition. It compares India's initiatives, regulations, and financial measures with global economies…

Tafese Niguse, Priyanka Gupta

This paper argues that the convergence of FinTech and sustainability is promising for climate action, highlighting green credit as a mechanism to channel private capital into environmentally friendly projects such as renewable energy, clean…

Michael König, Mathias Grimm Bertello, Carola Menzel

This paper examines how transition finance is situated within regulatory frameworks, focusing on the role of policy and regulation in financing climate action, with implications for corporates and financial institutions.

Simona Fioretto, Elio Masciari, Enea Vincenzo Napolitano

This paper applies AI techniques to institutional reports from the public sector to extract and analyze ESG information. It demonstrates the potential and challenges of AI-driven ESG assessment, offering new perspectives on utilizing disclo…

Navni Krishna

This article examines deep-sea mining as a source of critical minerals for clean energy transition, weighing its potential against ESG risks. It highlights threats to marine ecosystems, biodiversity, carbon sequestration, and coastal commun…

Stjepan Družinec, Goran Krajačić, Marko Mimica +2

This paper analyzes the benefits of using advanced tools in organizing urban citizen energy communities, focusing on photovoltaic integration. Involving institutions from Denmark and Croatia, it provides practical insights into community-ba…

Zafar Iqbal, Sayed Irshad Hussain

This study analyzes the impact of FDI, renewable energy consumption, and natural resource rent on ecological footprint in Pakistan using ARDL-ECM with annual data from 1985 to 2024. Findings show renewable energy significantly reduces ecolo…