GX & Decarbonization Research

Rima Das, Shubham Chaudhary, Abhishek Pandey +2

This chapter analyzes challenges of energy security and low-carbon transition in urban areas, proposing integration of renewable energy, smart grids, microgrids, and IoT/data-driven technologies. It discusses regulatory barriers, socioecono…

Preeti Manke, Dr. Sourabh Rungta, Dr. Satyadharma Bharti +1

This paper proposes a novel load forecasting model based on Graph Q Networks (GQNs) to address the challenges of modern power grids with high renewable integration. The model achieves superior accuracy (MAPE 1.2%, RMSE 0.8 MW) compared to e…

Guys, Nicholas, Jovanovic, Igor

This report investigates integrating environmental impact assessment into energy system planning, using LCA and MCDA to evaluate decarbonization strategies in Switzerland, Spain, and Belgium. It balances trade-offs between GHG reductions, m…

Zhang, Jingjing, Chen, Bin, Wang, Sijing +1

This dataset provides direct GHG emissions from municipal solid waste treatment in 277 Chinese cities for 2023 and 2050 under 2187 scenarios, broken down by treatment pathway (landfill, incineration, food waste valorization). It also includ…

Darylann Aragon, Rachael Budowle, Alyssa Wechsler Duba

This paper explores digital storytelling as a participatory method to co-identify community priorities in Wyoming amid energy transitions. It offers insights into incorporating local voices into policy-making during energy transitions.

Hanen Keskes, Alexander Martin

This paper conceptualizes a people-centered energy transition, emphasizing community participation and benefits over purely technological approaches. It highlights the importance of social acceptance and equity in energy policy.

Yimeng Jiao, Zhengda Lin, Ziyang Dong +7

This study proposes recycling melanoidin by-products to enhance recovery of green hydrogen and short-chain gaseous hydrocarbons from thermal-hydrolyzed sludge pyrolysis. It reveals the key role of active nitrogen species in the reaction mec…

Kleber Nunes Silva, Pedro Bancillon Ventin Muniz, Felipe Andrade Torres +1

This paper evaluates biofuel and renewable ether blends in compression ignition engines, focusing on emissions reduction and performance. It aims to support cleaner bioenergy transitions by analyzing greenhouse gas mitigation and combustion…

Suzanne O'Keeffe, Dominic O'Sullivan, Ken Bruton

This paper reports the development of a high-level modelling tool to support the transition to carbon neutral industrial manufacturing. The tool likely enables assessment of decarbonization pathways and scenario analysis for policy and corp…

Sidique Gawusu, Xiaobing Zhang, Sufyan Yakubu +1

This paper analyzes household carbon footprints in Ghana, exploring synergies between energy access and climate policy. It identifies pathways where clean energy transitions can simultaneously reduce emissions and support development goals.

Hongyi Xie, Huaqing Li, Sijing Wang +4

This study quantitatively demonstrates that the high-value reuse of retired electric vehicle batteries in China is constrained by spatial mismatches between supply and demand. Regional imbalances in transportation costs and infrastructure u…

Sari D.A.P.

This paper examines the installation of methane capture systems in palm oil mills to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Methane is a potent GHG, and capturing it from wastewater treatment can mitigate climate impact. The study likely evaluate…

Merhi M.I.

This paper empirically analyzes the impact of digital technology intensity on greenhouse gas emissions and natural resource consumption. It examines both positive and negative effects of digitalization on environmental burdens, offering ins…

Bathich H.

This paper proposes strategies for integrating an equitable transition to net zero into digital twin roadmaps for the built environment. It highlights the potential of digital twins to support decarbonization while ensuring social equity, o…

Nasution M.A.

This paper discusses implementation strategies for eco-friendly and net-zero emission approaches in sustainable urban tourism. While specific methods and case studies are unclear, it suggests directions for decarbonizing the tourism sector.

Luo Liangxiao, Zhuang Kehao, Wang Kang, Chen Hangyu, Li Li, Huang Linbin, Xin Huanhai

As renewable energy and power electronics increase, grid voltage and frequency support weaken. This paper proposes a grid-forming index based on port characteristics to assess converter capability and quantify its contribution to dynamic st…

Yanjun Duan, Ali B.M. Ali, Anup Malik +5

This review integrates conversion technologies and life cycle assessment (LCA) approaches for agricultural waste valorization in biorefineries. It synthesizes technical and environmental aspects of producing biofuels and biochemicals, contr…

Toby Russon

This study evaluates the trade-offs between AD maize and miscanthus for bioenergy in Lincolnshire, UK. Miscanthus offers lower LCOE and carbon intensity, but farmers prioritize profitability, hindering adoption. The authors recommend integr…

Fidela Dzatadini Wahyudi, Si Yusuf Al Hafiz, Muhamad Irwan +1

This study empirically shows that renewable energy progress in ASEAN does not necessarily translate into environmental improvement or gender equality, using 2016-2023 data. Malaysia shows relatively aligned trajectories, while Cambodia, Ind…

Matshela Koko

This resource provides Python scripts generating Figures 3 and 4 for a paper on South Africa's coal phase-out (SSRN 5794522). Figure 3 presents a four-panel CII sensitivity analysis; Figure 4 places the transition in Vinichenko et al.'s his…