GX & Decarbonization Research

Andrew Ebekozien, Wellington Didibhuku Thwala, Mohamed Ahmed Hafez

This study investigates the impacts of climate change on construction-related SDG projects in Nigeria and develops a framework using soft systems methodology to improve carbon neutrality. Through 40 face-to-face interviews, it finds negativ…

Dimitrios Siakas, Ona Vassallo, Michela Galassini +1

This paper assesses the future impact of climate change on the energy demand of Finland's building stock. It quantifies changes in heating and cooling needs under climate scenarios, providing implications for energy infrastructure planning.

V. Nitsenko, I. Hanzhurenko, Olha Petrenko

This paper provides a theoretical framework for integrating ESG factors into corporate financial analysis for Ukrainian enterprises. It systematizes four optimization instruments: strategic foresight, data-driven resource allocation, integr…

Giovana Barros Magalhães, Tatianny de Araujo Andrade, R. Moreira +3

This study reports a novel niobium-based MOF-supported Co–Pt nanocatalyst for hydrogen generation from sodium borohydride, achieving a high hydrogen generation rate of 3214 mL min–1 g–1 and low activation energy of 17.45 kJ mol–1, contribut…

Rizwana Siddique, Chaudhry Muhammad Umer Mehmood, Zaki Hassan +1

This study examines the effects of CO2 emissions, renewable energy consumption, financial development, trade openness, and inflation on green growth in eight developing countries from 1996 to 2023. Using a random effects model, it finds a n…

Junjie Li, Qionghua Zhang, Yadong Xie +2

This study investigates greenhouse gas emissions from an adaptive activated sludge system under varying dissolved oxygen conditions and explores carbon mitigation strategies. Findings suggest that adaptive operation can reduce emissions.

Karimov K., Jafarova N., Safarli Z.

This paper examines mechanisms to enhance energy efficiency as part of Azerbaijan's innovative economic modernization. It presents forecasting models for energy intensity under alternative scenarios and positions energy conservation as a ke…

Korkmaz YILDIRIM, Tunahan HACIİMAMOĞLU

This study examines the impact of urbanization components (urban population growth, population in largest city, urban agglomerations, and population density) on carbon emissions in BRICS countries from 1992-2020 using MMQR. It finds support…

Xiaofei Lu, Yue Wang

This study proposes an energy-efficient LED lighting method for indoor agricultural systems from a carbon neutrality perspective. It develops a method to compute vegetation indices based on sunlight, optimized using the Light Spectrum Optim…

LanXin Ling, JingRong Zhong, Zhaoying Wang +7

This study proposes a magnetic bio preconcentration (MBP) technology for low-carbon, cost-effective recovery of organic matter from sewage. It eliminates chemical use and is expected to reduce CO2 emissions compared to conventional methods.

S. Aliyev, G. Aliyeva, Rada Asgarova +2

This paper broadly reviews the ecological efficiency of green technologies in light industry, including waste-free processes, water recycling, renewable energy, and circular economy models. It emphasizes resource savings, emission reduction…

Finnley W. R. Ross, Jean-Baptiste E. Thomas, Joseph Santhi Peshsiri +1

A cradle-to-grave LCA of a seaweed bioplastic produced by a British company, with seaweed sourced from Indonesia. Polymer extraction accounts for 74% of total emissions (7.8 kg CO2 eq/kg pellet), while seaweed farming contributes only 3.6%.…

Human Sciences Research Council

This paper argues for policy reform, financial access, and institutional support to promote women's full participation in the renewable energy value chain, especially in the Global South, emphasizing that gender equality strengthens climate…

Human Sciences Research Council

Survey data from South Africa shows growing public awareness of climate change alongside persistent inequalities in understanding and trust in the clean energy transition. The findings highlight challenges for inclusive policy-making in a c…

Max White, Jing Zhao, Neil Phillips

This paper reports preliminary findings from Project CHANGE, which investigates gamification to support domestic energy retrofit and sustainable behaviors. A strategy-based simulation game was developed, and internal testing and a small-sca…

Emmanuel Alepu Odey, David Williamson, Zoe Rush +4

This study examines Irish citizens' knowledge, skills, and perceptions regarding climate action and sustainable practices through a national survey. Results show high concern (81%) but only 46% feel adequately equipped, with barriers includ…

Jiejie Du, Abida Hafeez, Jiayi Du +1

This study analyzes how climate adaptation technologies, renewable energy, and digital connectivity affect global food availability using data from 61 economies (2002–2022). Findings show that adaptation tech and renewables enhance food ava…

Chamara Senadeera, Abu Sadat Muhammad Sayem, Walter Leal Filho +3

This study evaluates Sri Lanka's national climate policy architecture using OECD DAC criteria, finding strong strategic coherence but weak effectiveness, efficiency, and equity. It highlights gaps in institutional design, monitoring, and fi…

Md Ashraful Islam, M M Naushad Ali, Mirjalol Ismoilov +5

This study evaluates the feasibility of nuclear, renewable, and conventional electricity generation in Bangladesh using AHP. Renewables rank highest in environmental and social criteria, while nuclear excels in reliability and baseload capa…

Husam Sameer, Hans H. Dürr, Martina Flörke +13

This paper evaluates the integration of circular economy (CE) into energy models for the construction industry. It finds that models like JRC-EU-TIMES, EnergyPLAN, PRIMES, and LUT-ESTM are mainly energy-centric, with only partial recycling …