GX & Decarbonization Research

Vidhya S.

This paper proposes a method to integrate corporate governance with sustainability reporting using the Balanced Scorecard framework, aiming to enhance the quality and consistency of corporate sustainability disclosures.

Meek A.H.

This paper performs a life cycle assessment of rammed earth made using alkaline activated industrial by-products, evaluating its carbon footprint and environmental impacts as a low-carbon alternative in construction.

Liu Q.

This paper presents an airport case study using AI-driven digital twin technology to optimize energy consumption and achieve net-zero goals. By combining AI and simulation, it demonstrates potential for operational efficiency and carbon red…

Oteng D.

This paper explores the use of digital product passports (DPP) to enable a circular economy in the built environment, aiming for net-zero emissions. DPP enhances transparency of materials' life cycle data, promoting reuse and recycling. It …

Aswathi Mohan A.

This paper discusses algal biopolymers as sustainable resources for achieving a net-zero carbon bioeconomy. It explores their potential and integration into a circular economy.

Afshari M.

This paper provides insights from the Mobilitetslab Stor-Trondheim on building a net-zero mobility ecosystem, showcasing practical approaches to decarbonizing the transport sector.

Senaratne S.

This paper examines smart and innovative solutions for achieving a net-zero built environment. Although no abstract is available, it likely covers energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, and decarbonization technologies. It contrib…

McGarry H.

This paper presents the case of Network Rail, the UK's railway infrastructure manager, in delivering low-carbon concrete as part of its net-zero routemap. It discusses practical approaches to sourcing and applying low-carbon concrete in rai…

Awwal S.

This paper proposes integrating smart home technologies with human-centric design to achieve net-zero energy homes under Industry 5.0. It outlines pathways balancing energy efficiency and occupant comfort. Likely includes design guidelines …

Nehdi M.L.

This systematic review examines decarbonization technologies for the cement and concrete industry, assessing feasibility and challenges. Key pathways include carbon capture, alternative fuels, and material efficiency. The paper likely concl…

Laila Essaghouri, Feng Xu, Chen Zhu +2

This study quantifies embodied carbon in construction across 23 MENA economies from 2000-2021 using an environmentally extended multiregional input-output model. Embodied emissions increased from 88.8 to 232.1 Mt CO2, totaling 3,498 Mt CO2 …

Najihah Abdul Rahim, Joeaiza Juhari, Norhaidah Ahmad +3

This paper critically reviews social sustainability challenges in the Malaysian palm oil industry, focusing on labor welfare, migrant worker management, stakeholder engagement, ESG reporting transparency, and the tension between profit maxi…

Muhammad Rifqi Adiwangsa, Laskary Andaly Metal Bitticaca, H. D. Ariesyady +1

This laboratory-scale simulation identifies sensitive water quality parameters for developing bioindicators to detect CO2 leakage from geological storage, contributing to reliable CCS monitoring.

Deping Zhou, Zheng Zhao, Qingfeng Wang +5

The rice-biomass rotation system reduced methane emissions by 42.34% and increased soil organic carbon from 15.12 to 18.22 g kg⁻¹ compared to rice-fallow. Total carbon emissions fell by 30.26% and carbon emission intensity decreased from 1.…

Bingwen Zhao, Luchan Xu, 郑振海 +2

This study employs an SSA-LSTM hybrid model to accurately predict heat and power loads of a district heating system, combined with carbon accounting and three policy scenarios to evaluate carbon peak timing and emission reduction potential.…

Jiarong Zhou, Qiang Liu, Shengxia Xu +1

This study evaluates the impacts of environmental policies on building climate-resilient development pathways in China. It analyzes policy effectiveness and aims to integrate climate adaptation with development strategies.

Meirong Li, Jing Guo, Dengyi Chen +3

This paper develops a top-down carbon emission forecasting model based on an extended Kaya identity, applied to a chemical industrial park in Northern China. The model decomposes emissions into five macro parameters, offering strong interpr…

Muhammad Awais Ather Bashir, Yasir Bashir, Altuğ Murat Köktaş Köktaş +2

This study evaluates Turkey's 2014 National Renewable Energy Action Plan using synthetic control method. Findings show a 14% increase in renewable electricity share driven by solar and wind, but no significant impact on hydro share or green…

Hongshuai Qi, Tong Tian, Muhammad Wasif Hanif +2

This study examines how technological advancement (environmental patents) and natural disasters shape energy transition (SDG7 indicators) in G20 economies from 2005-2023 using panel data and instrumental variable methods. Results show techn…

Dan Liang, Hongxing Zhang, Zhenchuan Niu +13

Using eddy covariance and tree-ring radiocarbon, this study quantifies urban CO2 emission reductions in Beijing and Xi'an from 2020-2024, finding declines of 21.6% and 41.2% respectively compared to 2021. Fossil fuel CO2 decreases, driven b…