GX & Decarbonization Research

Joseph Ignatius Teye Buertey, Ana Catarina Jorge Evangelista

This study compares the environmental life cycle assessment (LCA) of bamboo and concrete floors in Ghana. Over a cradle-to-grave horizon of 60 years, bamboo shows about 92% lower global warming potential (GWP) than concrete, with significan…

Chenhao Kong, Li Jia, Keke Xu +5

This study develops Cu-Co bimetallic oxide catalysts for electrocatalytic nitrate reduction to ammonia (NO3RA). The synergistic effect between Cu and Co dual sites enhances nitrate adsorption/activation and active hydrogen supply, improving…

Saumya Pant, Parul Jindal, Amit Chauhan

This prospective randomized trial compared CO2 emissions of sevoflurane versus desflurane in pediatric anesthesia. Sevoflurane showed dramatically lower mean CO2 emissions (3.68 vs 100.55 kg CO2e) with equivalent clinical outcomes, supporti…

Jiankai Xie, Xiang Zhao, Jiankai Xie +4

This paper evaluates the performance, durability, and alkali-silica reaction (ASR) of low-carbon concrete incorporating soda-lime glass powder and Class F fly ash. By utilizing waste glass and industrial by-products, it demonstrates potenti…

A. Bautista, Carlos Blanco, F. Velasco

Portland cement accounts for 7-9% of global CO2 emissions. This review examines the durability of alternative cements (hybrid and LC3-50), focusing on reinforcement corrosion. It discusses limitations of standard test methods and challenges…

Man Qiu, Wisal Ahmed, Guoyang Lu +3

This paper proposes a multicriteria optimization framework for low-carbon concrete mix design, balancing mechanical performance, environmental impact (CO2 emissions), and cost. It offers practical insights for decarbonizing the construction…

Jiahui Li, Jiayu Ru

This paper examines how digital-intelligent integration (coupling coordination between digitalization and intelligentization) affects construction-land carbon emission intensity in urban agglomerations. Using panel data for 39 cities in the…

Stephen Agyeman, Hui Yan, Jacek Pawlak +9

Heating buildings accounts for ~20% of UK GHG emissions, so decarbonizing heat is crucial. This research explores how heat pump flexibility can support the electricity grid while providing low-carbon heating. It analyzes tariffs, controls, …

Lihui Gao, Yan Zhang, Xiupeng Jia

This study proposes a novel method to quantitatively characterize the gel phase in low-carbon geopolymers using a thermodynamic model. It enhances understanding of the material's microstructure and performance, potentially contributing to t…

DeXin Lin

This paper examines low-carbon economic dispatch of coal-fired steam turbine units under China's dual carbon goals. It proposes an operational optimization approach balancing emission reduction and economic efficiency, highlighting the role…

Aykut Mert Yakut, Samuel McArdle, Kelly de Bruin

This paper analyzes the economic costs of structural inaction towards a low-carbon economy under high energy and carbon prices. It quantifies the long-term burden of policy inaction and highlights the importance of early action.

Kunakorn Wiwattanakornwong, Monthian Eamphoo, Kanticha Saetang +2

This study analyzes Thailand's low-carbon agricultural logistics, highlighting structural challenges such as road freight dependence (80.75%) and diesel vehicle reliance (over 77%). It proposes a five-pillar strategic framework including ro…

Saeed Ahmadi Kaliji, Bahareh Heidary

This study models Iran's distributed heating and cooling sector using EnergyPLAN, simulating four scenarios over 20 years. The combined approach proves most effective, cutting CO2 emissions by 70% and primary energy consumption by 79%. It d…

Wentao Huang, Yuhong Wang, Youyang Ren

This paper empirically examines the impact of digital technology innovation on carbon productivity using provincial panel data from China, providing policy implications for the low-carbon transition.

Jui-Sheng Chou, David John, Mohsen Abdi +1

This study proposes an integrated decision-support framework for campus microgrid planning that balances economic, reliability, and environmental objectives. Using 8,760-hour chronological simulation and multi-objective optimization (MOED, …

Tim Braunholtz‐Speight, Maria; id_orcid 0000-0002-5521-700X Sharmina, Dimitrios Pappas +1

The UK energy transition requires billions in investment; citizen finance and smart local energy systems (SLES) are proposed as alternatives to enhance energy justice. A mixed-methods case study finds citizen finance widens participation an…

Sayyidah Ilman Nisa

The global shift to EVs has driven a surge in nickel demand, leading to extensive mining in eastern Indonesia with severe ecological degradation and environmental insecurity. This study integrates ecological imperialism, environmental secur…

Marina Marinelli, Zisimos Karagiannis, Athanasios Nasis +1

This study analyzes adoption determinants and challenges of sustainability certifications (LEED, BREEAM) in the Greek construction sector using quantitative data and interviews. LEED dominates, demand is limited to offices/commercial, and b…

Maribel González-Torres, Luis Pérez‐Lombard, C. Maduta

This study assesses the EU's progress towards a decarbonised building stock, revealing significant gaps in energy performance and renewable integration. Residential buildings need a 3% annual improvement, while non-residential must maintain…

Gwenael Velge

This appendix provides authentic source statements from which ideal-typical scenarios in Australia's energy transition were synthesized. Statements were selected for clarity in concentrating each scenario's internal logic, from four actor c…