GX & Decarbonization Research

Ze-Wei Qi, Lei Wang, Jian Guan +5

This study elucidates how microbial communities in the phycosphere (around microalgae) enhance soil organic carbon sequestration and suppress methane production in black soil paddies. The findings offer potential for integrating carbon stor…

Yuanyuan Xiong, Guoxin Yu, Xiaofu Chen

This study uses panel data from 30 Chinese provinces (2000-2022) to analyze agricultural carbon emission efficiency and the 'low-carbon efficiency illusion' where measured efficiency does not translate into real reductions. Employing meta-f…

Yulong Lv, Hongchi Zhang, Dailiang Peng +18

This study maps soybean planting areas in China at 1 km resolution from 2000-2022 using satellite data. Random forest and SHAP analyses show that comparative economic benefit, precipitation, and growing degree days are the main drivers, wit…

Blenkinsopp J, Scurry T, Bozionelos N

This paper proposes a conceptual framework for low carbon careers and outlines a research agenda, focusing on workforce transformation in the decarbonization transition.

Larry Dwyer

This paper critiques green growth in tourism and proposes degrowth as a strategy for a low-carbon industry. It identifies implementation challenges and emphasizes maintaining resident wellbeing, outlining future research directions.

Yuyi Liu, Qin Yang, Q Wang +4

This paper highlights the structural misalignment between civil engineering curricula and the competency demands of low-carbon transition under China's dual carbon strategy. Based on Outcome-Based Education, it proposes systematic reforms f…

Tengfei Wang, Ge Yang, Jianbiao Du +2

This paper proposes a low-carbon design method for controlled low-strength material using expansive soil, optimizing environmental performance and strength using an eco-strength efficiency indicator. It demonstrates potential for reducing c…

Liying Wang, Tiantian Lin

This paper examines how consumers' low-carbon purchasing behavior spills over between home and holiday contexts, focusing on the gap where individuals act green at home but not on vacation. It explores psychological and situational factors …

T Osman

This study proposes an integrated participatory scenario planning approach for envisioning low-carbon urban futures in the Greater Cairo region. Through collaboration with local stakeholders, multiple future scenarios are developed and asse…

Gratitude Charis, Bilal Patel, Lindrose Nyathi

This review examines the sustainability and scalability of converting low-value agro-forestry waste into activated carbon (AC). Promising feedstocks include rice husks, corn cobs, and sugarcane bagasse, with some showing higher adsorption c…

Youlin Ye, Guangyu Zhou, Y S Zhang +2

This study develops low-carbon concrete using ternary solid wastes: recycled brick powder (RBP), ground granulated blast-furnace slag (GGBS), and self-combusting coal gangue (SCCG). Optimal ratio RBP:GGBS:SCCG=4:3:1 achieves 30% cement repl…

Naser Valizadeh, Khadijeh Bazrafkan, Tuyet‐Anh T. Le +3

This study surveys 386 farmers in Iran's Fars Province to model adoption intention of low-carbon agricultural practices. Using SEM-PLS, it finds that attitude, perceived behavioral control, moral norms, policy support, and perceived climate…

Kranthi Kiran Perigalla, Bhavitha Kamasani, Rahelu Kumarakalva +2

This paper investigates the strength characteristics of expansive soil stabilized with low-carbon wollastonite powder and polyester fibers, presenting an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional cement-based soil stabilization.

Mei Zhao, Xuegang Chen, Jiangyan Wang +2

This study examines the spatiotemporal dynamics of low-carbon economic development in Xinjiang, China, and constructs a spatial correlation network to understand regional interactions and disparities in low-carbon transition.

Wulong Gao

This paper systematically analyzes the core principles and technical frameworks of high-efficiency, low-carbon smart irrigation decision-making using Israel as a case study. It examines breakthroughs in sensing, modeling, low-carbon control…

Xia Jiang, Xin Li, Hongli Guo +2

This study proposes a low-cost multifunctional Fe₃O₄/biomass carbon hydrogel for solar-driven desalination, contributing to renewable energy and water scarcity solutions.

Warith Thanglerdsumpan, Keerati Kirasamutranon

This study explores the potential of co-pelletizing invasive water hyacinth with bamboo as a low-carbon bioenergy source. The approach integrates waste management and renewable energy production, contributing to greenhouse gas reduction. Wh…

Yuting Zhong, Hongjia Lu, Ruoqiang Feng +2

This paper proposes a transfer learning-based multi-physics surrogate modeling approach for low-carbon optimization of complex public buildings. The method enables efficient optimization to reduce building energy consumption and carbon emis…

Mengke He, Doudou Jin, Yaowei Chi +6

This study demonstrates that combining molasses (carbon source) with microbial inoculants (Streptomyces griseorubens JSD-1 and Paenarthrobacter nitroguajacolicus LDT1-8) overcomes the cold-start barrier in cattle manure composting at low te…

Yi Zhou, Jinzhu Zhang, Yucheng Fan +3

This study examines methods to enhance mechanical properties of low-carbon dredged sludge solidification using alkali-activated GGBS-GP systems. It contributes to low-carbon construction materials.