GX & Decarbonization Research

Chenchen Zhang, Yizhen Du

This review analyzes urban solid waste classification and recycling systems from a low-carbon governance and circular urban development perspective, identifying challenges such as unstable classification behavior, fragmented management, and…

Wenjie Zhao, Chengpeng Li

This paper proposes an Improved Coati Optimization Algorithm (ICOA) inspired by urban traffic mechanisms for low-carbon microgrid scheduling. ICOA introduces road-network stratified initialization, traffic-signal-guided exploration, lane-ch…

K. K. Qin, Yu Zheng, Chao Zeng +1

This paper proposes a low-carbon scheduling and carbon emission prediction framework for power grid construction machinery by integrating an improved genetic algorithm (IGA), deep reinforcement learning (DRL), and a gated recurrent unit (GR…

Linlin Zhang, Junhao Lai, Ke Hu +4

This study develops a mixed-integer programming model to optimize the energy mix for yard trucks in container ports under low-carbon constraints, minimizing total cost while separating carbon costs by operating state. A case study shows a 4…

C. N. He, H. D. Chen, H. J. Tian +2

This study analyzes low-carbon investment strategies in power supply chains under carbon quota mechanisms (CQM) and blockchain technology (BCT). A two-echelon model of a power generator and retailer is examined via Stackelberg game across f…

Xirui Sun, Jie Chen, Tingting Zhang +2

This paper proposes a two-stage low-carbon dispatch framework for integrated energy systems (IESs) considering locational fairness of nodal carbon intensity (NCI). Using carbon emission flow theory, it develops a unified CEF model and impro…

Maziar Javadpour, Sean McCoy, Sylvia Sleep

Dynamic LCA of six concrete block scenarios shows natural carbonation offsets 11-37% of calcination emissions (25-55% with carbonation curing), static accounting overestimates by 4-10%. CCS reduces emissions 52-59%; carbonation curing and m…

Fu Jia, Yingjie Ju, Robert D. Klassen +2

This study examines how China's carbon emissions trading schemes (CETS) affect firms' environmental and social (E&S) disclosure using an institutional theory framework. Exploiting staggered CETS implementation (2013-2024) as a quasi-natural…

May Zune

This study evaluates the decarbonization impact of building retrofits, using data from COMMSENG-25-0286. It examines what retrofits should target to maximize energy efficiency and emissions reduction, offering insights for policy and invest…

Stuart Hyde, Renata Karkowska, Szczepan Urjasz

This study analyzes dynamic spillover effects among biodiversity indices, traditional energy assets, and oil/gas prices in the US and Europe using a TVP-VAR model. It finds significant interconnections and shows biodiversity indices can ser…

Zhang Shuai, Purwanto Purwanto

This paper examines CATL's green transformation strategy under China's dual-carbon targets. Through green corporate culture, management practices, and production processes, CATL reduced carbon intensity, improved energy efficiency, increase…

Michael Cross

This chapter examines the foundational sectors of the net-zero transition—energy, infrastructure, and industry—revealing large-scale skill requirements. It analyzes emissions profiles, core occupations, and interlinkages among energy genera…

Stefano Menegat, Silvana Dalmazzone, Vito Frontuto

This study examines the household impacts of a forthcoming EU carbon price on road fuels across 23 countries. Using harmonized budget data adjusted for underreporting, it simulates fuel price increases and compares burdens across income gro…

Emma Lavoie, Nadia Lehoux, Louis Gosselin

This paper reviews the context and challenges of energy transition for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Quebec, Canada, and proposes practical solutions. It outlines policy support and technology options, addressing SME-specific…

Simone Rossi, Clément Bourgoin, Joana Melo +8

This paper presents new global, country-level estimates of carbon stock changes from managed Forest Land and Deforestation, using an IPCC Tier 1 approach with Earth Observation data. Over 2001-2021, net removals from Forest Land averaged -7…

Anna Karolyne Souza Miranda

This scoping review evaluates fish-friendly hydropower technologies, finding structural passage systems at TRL 9 while digital and behavioral deterrents remain at TRL 3-4. It critiques the 95g acceleration threshold and advocates for multi-…

Ping Liu, Yanbin Li, Yun Li +1

This paper proposes an electricity-carbon coupled energy trading system integrating hydrogen production and storage, and evaluates its environmental and economic performance. It models the coupling of power and carbon markets in China, leve…

David Anthoff, Francis Dennig, Johannes Emmerling

This paper theoretically analyzes the implications of differentiated carbon prices and discount rates for the economic evaluation of climate policies. It examines efficiency-equity trade-offs when carbon prices vary across sectors or region…

Mitch D

This paper proposes OptimTwin, an integrated framework combining AI-driven digital twins and power system asset management to support long-term grid investment planning. Using IRENA FlexTool and a deep neural network surrogate on the IEEE/N…

Maldonado Castro, Diana, Schönfeldt, Patrik

This paper optimizes a mid-size airport's energy system for 2050, integrating hydrogen and renewable sources to meet LH2 and electricity demand from emerging aircraft. Partial on-site hydrogen production is economical below 9.5 EUR/kg LH2, …