GX & Decarbonization Research

R. Haggam, R. Jayabal, S. S +6

This review assesses advanced nuclear technologies including thorium fuels, minor actinides, molten salt reactors (MSRs), small modular reactors (SMRs), and fast breeder reactors (FBRs). It analyzes technical performance, fuel cycle attribu…

R. Raman, Santanu Mandal, L. Dávid

This paper systematically reviews net-zero tourism literature, identifying five thematic clusters: zero-emission transport and renewable energy, consumer engagement, governance integration, ecosystem-based mitigation, and circular economy d…

Matilda Becker, Alexis McGivern, Kaya Axelsson +5

This systematic review maps the voluntary governance landscape for non-state entities transitioning to net zero. It identifies areas of convergence (e.g., interim targets, Scope 3 quantification, separate carbon credit reporting) that requi…

Jomaa Hajer

This first systematic literature review on the labor market and ecological implications of the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy finds net job gains in solar, wind, and hydropower, but uneven regional distribution. It underscores …

Panagiotis Madouros, Y. Katsigiannis, E. Pompodakis +2

This study analyzes a zero feed-in smart microgrid with PV and battery storage at a Greek university campus. Using real data, it finds that an optimal 760 kWp PV and 1250 kWh lead-carbon battery system achieves a net present value of EUR 1.…

Eva Guinane, Shifa Gumuruh, T. Tran +2

This paper examines market-based policy interventions to improve the economic viability of e-fuels for decarbonizing aviation and shipping. It analyzes the impact of carbon pricing and subsidies on e-fuel cost competitiveness and proposes e…

Natasha Frilingou, D. van de Ven, Jon Sampedro +8

This study analyzes four scenarios reflecting EU climate policies (Green Deal, Fit-for-55, NECPs) using integrated assessment model GCAM-Europe and power system model EXPANSE. All scenarios achieve 55% CO2 reduction by 2030, but cost-optima…

Yoo Ri Kim, Jeong-Cheol Lee, Sang Hwan Son +2

This study evaluates the techno-economic and environmental performance of hydrogen-based direct reduced iron (DRI) production using multi-stage fluidized bed reactors. The model achieved high accuracy (R2>0.999) against experimental data. U…

Grayson Badgley, Freya Chay

This study evaluates the financial additionality of 74 pig manure offset projects in China, finding that 31% of anticipated credits (5.95 million tons) are likely non-additional because they ignore revenues from energy generation. The analy…

Saleh Ba-swaimi, Renuga Verayiah, Vigna K. Ramachandaramurthy +2

This systematic review synthesizes existing research on optimal planning and performance assessment of hydrogen-integrated renewable energy systems, identifying technical and economic challenges and future research directions.

Selen Uygur, Pelin Bolat, Gizem Kayisoglu +6

This paper evaluates GHG emission reduction measures for container shipping using a system dynamics model incorporating IMO policies (EEDI, SEEMP, CII). It finds that short-term speed reduction to 15 knots and aggressive fuel transition fro…

Yongheng Li, Sisi Meng

This study analyzes the effect of environmental policy stringency on carbon intensity and renewable energy adoption across 16 G20 countries from 1990 to 2020. Market-based instruments like emissions trading and renewable support schemes pro…

Jubaer Shah

This paper examines the geopolitical dynamics of rare-earth mineral exploitation for green technologies, highlighting neo-colonial patterns, environmental costs, and labor issues in producing countries. It analyzes governance approaches and…

Jean-Marie Grether, Marion Monney

This paper provides an accessible introduction to the economic rationale for carbon pricing, including carbon taxes and cap-and-trade systems. It explains how climate change is a market failure due to the absence of a price on emissions, an…

Natalie Crisci, Md Deluair Hossen, Andrew Muhammad +1

This study conducts a cost-benefit analysis of the EU CBAM specifically for fertilizer trade. It finds that under baseline assumptions the economic cost ($4.04B) exceeds the environmental benefit ($2.58B) annually, but sensitivity analysis …

Emre Gündoğdu, Burçin Çakır Gündoğdu

This study uses panel ARDL to analyze the relationship between liberal democracy and CO2 emissions in OECD countries. It finds that liberal democracy increases emissions in the long run unless institutional capacity is high. Recommendations…

Qinghao Zheng

This study proposes an intelligent computing system for dynamic regulation of carbon emission rights markets using deep reinforcement learning (DRL). It integrates monitoring, prediction, and optimization models, creating a closed-loop 'mon…

Mengjie Zhao, Shijie Duan, Tianshuai Jiang +2

This paper develops a bidding equilibrium model for the joint electricity-carbon market using multi-agent reinforcement learning. It finds that tightening carbon benchmarks by ~14.21% increases thermal power costs by ~13.83%, and doubling r…

Yangjun Zeng, Hua Geng, Yiwei Qiu +14

This paper proposes a hierarchical carbon-driven incentive mechanism (PCIM) linking carbon and ammonia markets to boost renewable power-to-ammonia (ReP2A) competitiveness. Results show a 12.9% emission reduction with only a 1.8% revenue los…

Xiangyan Qian, Hongdian Jiang, Yun-Fei Yao +4

This study analyzes four carbon revenue recycling schemes in China's carbon neutrality path using a dynamic CGE model. Lump-sum transfers to households improve welfare and reduce urban-rural income gaps, while indirect tax cuts minimize GDP…