GX & Decarbonization Research

David Anderson, Gina Vitale, Alex Scott, Fionna Samuels,...

This paper discusses the potential and limitations of carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies in addressing climate change. It explores the effectiveness and implementation challenges of CCUS, concluding that it alone i…

Ye H.

This paper reviews recent advances in applying machine learning (ML) to CO2 enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and geological storage (CCS). ML techniques improve reservoir characterization, production forecasting, and optimization, supporting eff…

Yang S.

This study elucidates the hydration characteristics and the evolution of pore structure and compressive strength of phosphoaluminate cement, targeting its application in CCUS well cementing.

Wang X.

This paper assesses the economic viability of integrating methane production with carbon capture from a coal power plant. It examines costs, efficiency, and the feasibility of such a CCUS approach.

Xiaotong Lu, Yanbin Pei, Hongmin Yang +6

This study proposes a fracturing technique using liquid CO2 phase transition to enhance methane drainage from coal seams. The method uses CO2 as a fracturing fluid, potentially enabling CO2 storage while improving gas recovery. Field tests …

Abdulmujeeb T. Onawole

This paper introduces PoreGCN, a heterogeneous graph neural network that augments atom-only crystal graph representations with Voronoi-derived pore vertices for predicting gas adsorption and separation in MOFs. It achieves dramatic improvem…

Pavithra S. Nair, Narnepati Krishna Chaitanya, Pritha Chatterjee

This study investigates the role of carbon-based electrodes in enhancing caproic acid synthesis through CO2 capture and microbial electrosynthesis. It evaluates the impact of different electrode materials on synthesis efficiency, aiming to …

Rachel Tamburini, A. Walter

This study evaluates carbon capture and storage (CCS) chains in Brazil's ethanol sector using a multi-criteria assessment. It considers economic, environmental, and technical factors to identify priorities and challenges for CCS deployment.

Kampanat Momwit, Kunthakorn Khaothong, Penpichcha Sanit-in +6

This study optimizes the pyrolysis of sugarcane filter cake into engineered biochar for use in low-carbon cement composites using Response Surface Methodology (RSM). The process upcycles agricultural waste, sequesters carbon, and reduces th…

Alexander Paul Knaak, Philipp Wolf-Zöllner, Markus Lehner

This study evaluates nine CCU technologies for compatibility with Austria's 2030 and 2040 climate targets using harmonized life cycle assessment. Four technologies, including direct hydrogenation to methanol, meet 2030 criteria; by 2040 onl…

Srivastava, Ehina, Pokigo, Cecily, Patel, Kunj +7

This paper proposes CASHEW, a system integrating wave energy converters with carbon sequestration to pump CO2 into geological formations. It identifies structural and gravitational trapping in saline aquifers as feasible, models system perf…

Zwickl-Bernhard S.

This paper proposes a novel co-design framework that simultaneously optimizes CO2 transport network topology and booster station placement. A case study on the Iberian Peninsula demonstrates the framework's effectiveness in reducing costs a…

Giorgetti S.

This paper reports preliminary experimental results of CO2 injection in a humidified micro gas turbine for carbon capture applications. It demonstrates potential performance improvements, though further validation is required for practical …

Hong J.

This study proposes a two-stage optimization framework for integrating CCUS with methanol production, aiming to enhance the profitability and sustainability of coal in the carbon-neutral era. The framework identifies optimal configurations …

C R Yang, Zhiming Fang

This study evaluates the economic feasibility of CO2 huff-and-puff for enhanced coalbed methane recovery from low-productivity wells. Using a discounted cash flow model, it analyzes the impact of CO2 injection volume and soaking time on NPV…

I. Castellari, E. Trumpy, C. Marieni +6

This study applies multicriteria decision analysis to identify potential sites for carbon capture and mineral storage (CCMS) in southeastern Sicily. It evaluates geological and logistical criteria to support CCMS deployment in a pre-feasibi…

Junghye Lee, Luoxing Xiang, Lin Huang +1

This paper reports a method to construct polyamine-rich Zr-based MOFs via linker-vacancy engineering to enhance CO2 capture performance. It proposes a novel material design approach for carbon capture technology.

Sara El-Sayed Gabr, Mamdouh Y. Saleh, Ahmed H. Ibrahim +1

This study develops a model for evaluating highway maintenance sustainability in Egypt using AHP, integrating carbon management and value engineering. It calculates carbon emissions and disposal costs via CCS, enabling decision-makers to co…

Chenyang Wang, Mengbo Wang, Lei Shao +1

This study analyzes CO2 capture performance and reaction kinetics using a phase-change absorbent composed of AEEA/DEEA/AMP. Based on experimental data, it evaluates absorption capacity and reaction rates, showing advantages over conventiona…

Linkun Ji, Longjie Liu, Yi Ye +5

This study evaluates carbon steel corrosion in mixed amine absorbents for CO2 capture. It finds that AMP, MDEA, and PZ reduce corrosion compared to MEA alone, while AEEA and DETA exacerbate it. The work elucidates the roles of protective Fe…