GX & Decarbonization Research

Firdous Ahmad Malik, Ferhat Güven, Owais Ismaeil +1

This study comprehensively examines how political ideologies, economic liberalization, and privatization collectively shape climate action and environmental sustainability, with a focus on India. Econometric analysis of World Bank data reve…

Muhammad Muinul Islam

This paper comprehensively analyzes the relationship between democracy and CO2 emissions using multiple democracy indices and various panel methods. It finds that higher long-run democracy is consistently associated with lower per capita CO…

Andrew Marquard, Tara Caetano, Bryce Mc Call +17

This report provides a technical analysis to support South Africa’s Second NDC under the Paris Agreement. Using the SATIMGE modeling framework, it assesses GHG emissions pathways to 2035 across policy and economic scenarios. Results highlig…

Shen Xiaowang

This paper systematically introduces an eight-dimensional framework based on Prim-Lex theory (Economic Climatology) to diagnose cross-border governance of green infrastructure along the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Using three empirical …

Amir Hossein Nimjerdi, Amir Hossein Nimjerdi, Amir Hossein Nimjerdi +1

This study empirically examines the impact of the EU 2030 Climate and Energy Framework on the ecological footprint of member states, focusing on the moderating role of green technology innovation. Using difference-in-differences and triple-…

Keishiro Hara, Yutaka Iwasaki, Yukari Fuchigami

This study conducted a discussion experiment on carbon neutrality with city officials in Suita City, Japan, adopting the perspective of 'imaginary future generations' (IFGs). Results show that IFG adoption leads to changes in policy selecti…

Victor-Gallardo L, Quirós-Tortós J

This paper proposes a methodology to prioritize energy transition policy options considering production sophistication (economic complexity). Applied to Costa Rica's transport, electricity, and industry sectors, electrifying road freight an…

Putri, Faradina Selsa, Amalia, Virdha Melinda, Tuanaya, Dialita Ayu Cendani +8

This systematic review synthesizes 23 empirical studies on decoupling economic growth from environmental degradation in developing countries. It analyzes how fiscal instruments like carbon pricing and environmental taxes, institutional qual…

Purdon M.

This paper analyzes the sequencing of climate and transportation policies in California and Quebec, highlighting how coordinated policy packages can enhance emission reductions. It offers lessons for interregional policy alignment.

Xu H.

This paper uses evolutionary game theory to analyze multi-agent collaboration in managing coastal pollution from land-based sources through emissions trading. It examines how market mechanisms affect pollution reduction and offers insights …

Zixiu Li, Chunge Dang, Mingjie Han +1

This paper proposes an innovative cleaner production audit (CPA) mechanism integrating circular economy (CE) principles for enhanced waste management, targeting China's dual carbon goals. Addressing the limitations of conventional enterpris…

Qi Li, Luwei Liao, Zhenxiang Chen +1

This study examines the impact of land-use structural and functional mixing on carbon emission intensity across 268 Chinese cities. Structural mixing reduces emissions by promoting economic agglomeration, while functional mixing increases e…

Ulf J.J. Hahnel, Nina L. Frings

This study examines public perceptions of climate policy effectiveness and fairness across four policy types and two domains in 15 countries (N=6,052). Results show that individuals in the Global South are more optimistic and perceive polic…

S Lee, Kerstin Hotte, Caoimhe Ring +1

This paper analyzes the impact of intellectual property rights (IPRs) on climate technology transfer, adaptive innovation, and indigenous innovation in developing countries, using case studies from Bangladesh, India, Kenya, and South Africa…

Chong Xu, Shiqing Peng, Jianda Li +1

This paper analyzes the impact of global geopolitical risks on greenhouse gas emission inequality, exploring how international tensions and conflicts affect emission patterns and offering policy implications.

Tetsuro Yoshida, Eric Zusman

This paper examines how to integrate the health benefits of nature-based solutions (NbS) into urban climate policies, using Kawasaki, Japan as a case study. It proposes a framework for reflecting synergies between climate adaptation and hea…

Maksym W. Sitnicki, D. Kurinskyi, Martina Ballova +2

Using panel data for 37 European countries (2018-2023), this study analyzes the relationship between public R&D support and energy start-up activities. Weak short-term associations are found, but two-year lagged estimations reveal negative …

Noélie Borghino, Chantal Le Mouël, Agneta Forslund +8

This study explores the feasibility of expanding organic agriculture in Europe while meeting climate goals, avoiding carbon leakage through outsourcing. It suggests that with appropriate policies, such a balance is achievable.

Rosa Mayra Llerena Guevara, Oscar Fabián Moncayo Carreño, Leandra Arboleda +2

This paper critically analyzes recent environmental policies in Mexico, including Payment for Environmental Services, single-use plastics ban, and carbon tax, using a systematic literature review and bibliometric analysis of 134 publication…

Lukas Slothuus

Analyzes Denmark's contradiction between climate leadership and continued oil/gas production using 27 stakeholder interviews. Finds that even an ambitious first-mover falls short, highlighting the need for more credible global fossil fuel p…