GX & Decarbonization Research

U. S. Arachchige, W. C. Nirmal, G. Ishara

This study models post-combustion carbon capture processes for cement, steel, aluminum, and coal/gas-fired power plants using Aspen Plus. It calculates regeneration energy requirements for each industry, highlighting the trade-off between C…

Kyungil Cho, Yeryeong Kang, Min-Cheol Kim +3

This work investigates the cyclic stability of aerosol-synthesized cubic and terraced MgO nanoparticles for CO2 capture via wet carbonation at room temperature and thermal decarbonation at 800°C. Over 15 cycles, the adsorbents achieved aver…

Yisheng Hu, Heng Wang, Ping Guo +1

This paper experimentally evaluates 3-pentanone-assisted CO2 enhanced oil recovery (EOR) in low-permeability reservoirs. 3-pentanone dissolves well in supercritical CO2, reduces interfacial tension, and effectively lowers minimum miscibilit…

Haoyang Cao, Shaojing Zhang, Xuliang Zhang

This paper studies a chemical absorption continuous CO₂ recovery unit, proposing a multi-objective optimization method using superstructure modeling. By optimizing absorbent formulation, heat cascade utilization, and operating parameters, r…

Ji Zhang Tai, Weiyi Fan, Hajar Alias +4

This work develops a novel NH2-MIL-125/TiO2 nanowire heterostructure photocatalyst. Under solar-simulated irradiation, CH4 production increased 47-fold to 660.47 μmol/g, demonstrating a scalable strategy for solar-driven CO2 reduction to gr…

Shasha Chen, Junhui Zhang, Yuxiang Tang +1

This study examines the effects of biochar content, type, and particle size as a partial aggregate substitute in low-carbon cementitious materials. It provides experimental insights into optimal mix design and carbon reduction potential.

Parisa Javadi, Patrick O’Rourke, Jay Fuhrman +5

This paper systematically quantifies the regional air quality and public health implications of six carbon dioxide removal (CDR) portfolios for the U.S. It finds that while both high- and low-CDR deployment avoid similar climate damages, th…

Shah Room

This scientometric review evaluates biochar (BC) as a carbon-negative additive in cement-based composites. BC at 1-2% improves mechanical properties, while >5-6% reduces performance. BC enhances microstructure via internal curing and pore r…

Victor Brun, Marine Lecerf, Olivia Le Gouvello +16

This paper highlights three challenges to marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR): knowledge gaps, ecological and social risks, and inadequate governance. It argues that until these challenges are addressed, mCDR should not be considered a sca…

Ranhui Kim, M. Kwon, Jonghwa Choi +5

This study quantitatively compares GHG emissions of Fischer-Tropsch diesel production under feedstock substitution (natural gas vs. captured CO2) using a gate-to-gate system boundary. Aspen Plus simulations of four scenarios show that energ…

Alisson Aparecido Vitoriano Julio, Meng Yuan, Diana Moreno +2

This paper analyzes trade-offs in carbon capture rates, evaluating optimal capture rates for achieving net zero and negative emissions while balancing cost, energy consumption, and environmental impacts.

Ye Ning, Min Du, Wanqing Wu +6

This review comprehensively covers adsorption-based carbon capture technologies, focusing on advanced materials, emerging regeneration strategies, and integrated applications. It summarizes research trends for improving CO2 capture efficien…

Mercy Emike Yusuf, Olufemi Micheal Oyeleke

This study integrates computational modeling with microbial carbon sequestration to enhance efficiency. Simulations in Python and MATLAB show optimized conditions (30°C, pH 7.5, 1.2 g/L nutrients) improve CO₂ fixation by up to 42%. Strong c…

Tian Chang, Zhao Yang, Xuanchen Chang +4

This study investigates plasma-catalytic dry reforming of CH4 and CO2 using mesoporous catalysts with controlled topology. The process converts greenhouse gases into valuable syngas, supporting carbon utilization. The role of catalyst pore …

Benjamin Kanz, Alessio Tafone, Balkumar Basant Kumar Pillai +3

This paper presents an integrated techno-economic assessment of blue hydrogen production via steam methane reforming (SMR) and autothermal reforming (ATR) with carbon capture. It compares carbon capture rates, energy efficiency, and hydroge…

Feihong Liang, Xianwen Meng, Te Tu +5

This paper proposes a carbon-neutral CO2 capture system using agricultural by-products. It demonstrates a method to enhance carbon sequestration in plants and soil using biomass-ash-enhanced biogas slurry.

Sergio Dorado-Alfaro, Rubén Santiago, Pablo Navarro +1

This study designed and evaluated over 200 AHA-ILs for carbon capture from diluted CO2 sources using DFT/COSMO and COSMO/ASPEN methodologies. Process simulation in Aspen Plus for CO2 concentrations down to 0.01 bar partial pressure showed a…

Shalini Arora, Hari Prasad Reddy Kannapu, Vishal Kamboj +2

This comprehensive review paper examines direct air capture (DAC) of carbon dioxide technology, covering current state, challenges, costs, and scalability. It evaluates DAC's role in climate change mitigation strategies.

Samina Gulshan, Joshua Bouchard, Fereshteh Talkhab +5

This review comprehensively analyzes CO₂-to-X pathways converting CO₂ into fuels, chemicals, polymers, and materials, with special attention to the CO₂-to-carbon route producing solid carbon materials like graphite, carbon nanotubes, and gr…

Yì Wáng, Rezeye Rehemituli, Ziheng Zhang +3

This study proposes a microwave-assisted low-energy carbon capture technology using a DFT-screened K2CO3/PZ/K-Sar ternary absorbent. It reduces energy consumption compared to conventional methods, potentially improving the economics of CCUS…