GX & Decarbonization Research

Yundan Liao, Dongyu Lian, Simin Yang +1

This study evaluates the impact of rooftop photovoltaics (PV) on summertime near-surface air temperature and building cooling energy demand across local climate zones (LCZ). It quantifies the shading and cool-roof effects of PV, demonstrati…

Yuanzhong Yan, Yu Wang, Gongsheng Huang

This paper proposes a nature-based solution to mitigate soil thermal imbalance in ground source heat pump (GSHP) systems by harvesting rainwater to induce groundwater flow in borehole heat exchangers. It aims to sustain GSHP performance ove…

Bernardino Suryatno Agas, Felix Riondi Sugar, Marselinus S.D.M. Cola +7

This paper examines the Mataloko geothermal project in Indonesia through John Rawls' theory of justice, arguing that clean energy development can create social injustices. Local communities bear environmental and livelihood risks without pr…

Patrick Stuhm, Manuel Baumann, Marcel Weil

Using a representative German telephone survey (N=1155) and mixed methods, this study analyzes how trust in government and corporations affects renewable energy acceptance. Trust in government increases perceived benefits and reduces percei…

Md. Mahamudur Rahman Papon, Nilima Islam, Md. Golam Rasul +3

This study evaluates renewable energy technologies for Bangladesh's built environment using multi-criteria decision analysis, finding solar PV most suitable due to scalability and cost. It integrates socio-economic indicators and provides a…

Changyong Park, Ana Juzbasic, Dong-Hyun Cha +5

This study projects future photovoltaic power potential (PVpot) over East Asia under extremely high temperature days, finding decreases across all scenarios and periods, with larger declines under high-carbon scenarios. PV hotspot areas lik…

Haowei Hu, Zihao Wang, Yong Yan +4

This study conducts a cradle-to-grave LCA of a 1 kWp rooftop monocrystalline silicon PV system in Chizhou, China, covering production, transport, 30-year operation, and recycling. Net carbon intensity is 12.09 g CO2-Eq/kWh with an energy pa…

Torres Escandell, Víctor

This paper evaluates the feasibility of a 350 kW biomethanation plant on the island of Ibiza to address waste management and energy transition challenges. It identifies suitable locations and feedstock suppliers, analyzes biogas utilization…

López Moraleja, Daniel

This project designs and analyzes a 60 kW solar PV installation for a water pumping system in a Spanish municipality, including a feasibility study for energy storage and grid injection. It evaluates technical and economic viability, aiming…

Tudela Ribes, Roger

This study designs a 25 kW photovoltaic system for a public school in Spain, optimizing self-consumption with surplus compensation. It assesses technical feasibility, including roof orientation and shading, and provides a budget estimate. T…

Parera, Lory Marcus, Heluth, Abhi Rizky, Yesaya, Mey Chintya +1

This study assesses wind energy potential on Ambon Island, Indonesia, using 2024 wind data. It estimates annual energy of 24,528 kWh and realistic output of 7,358 kWh/year, recommending a horizontal-axis turbine with inverse taper blades. T…

Silva, Tiago Argollo, Guerrieri, Daduí Cordeiro

This study evaluates the economic feasibility of small residential photovoltaic distributed generation (PVDG) in Brazil and proposes a regulatory adjustment to make it viable. Using data from 51 distribution utilities, it finds that small s…

Al-Taani A.H.M.

This paper empirically analyzes the role of tax incentives and green finance in driving renewable energy investment in Jordan. It clarifies the link between policy instruments and investment behavior, offering insights for promoting GX inve…

Katarzyna Chojnacka, Dawid Skrzypczak

This paper conducts a sustainability assessment of biogas production using carbon footprint (CFP) and life cycle assessment (LCA). It quantifies environmental burdens from feedstock to energy conversion, examining greenhouse gas reduction p…

Baba Abdulrazak

This paper frames Nigeria's urban electricity crisis as a spatial distribution challenge and examines the challenges and opportunities of scaling up off-grid renewable energy, particularly solar mini-grids. Based on a qualitative review, it…

José Roberto Vega Baudrit, Jazmín Calderón Quirós, Urena Yendry Regina Corrales Ureña +6

This review synthesizes over 100 studies (2018-2025) on Concentrated Solar Power (CSP), highlighting advances in thermal storage via nanofluids and phase-change materials, and hybrid systems with PV, geothermal, biomass, and hydrogen that c…

Dr Spencer Vitharana

This study examines how social concern about climate change affects the environmental performance of oil and gas firms, proposing that renewable power generation mediates this relationship. It suggests that societal pressure drives renewabl…

Maulida Butar Butar, Mohamad Yamin

This paper examines the role of energy policies in promoting the transition to renewable energy in Indonesia. It analyzes policy effectiveness and challenges, offering insights for building sustainable energy systems.

Bruno Moreno Rodrigo de Freitas

This paper empirically analyzes the drivers of innovation and imitation in distributed solar PV adoption using Brazilian data. It reveals regional diffusion patterns and policy impacts, offering insights into the mechanisms of renewable ene…

Stephen Mugambi M. Irandu, Dr. Isaac Nagendo, Dr. Simon Wanami

This study evaluates the adoption and economic benefits of PV solar energy in Kenya's NYS TVET institutions. Using mixed methods with data from five institutions, it finds widespread adoption (mean 4.17) and significant economic benefits (m…