GX & Decarbonization Research

Chavando, Antonio, Braga, Patrícia Crespo, Eusébio, Daniela +1

This study presents an integrated thermodynamic and environmental assessment of coal-RDF-ammonia co-firing for low-carbon power generation. Using Aspen Plus simulation and Response Surface Methodology optimization, the authors identify an o…

Matt Tipuric, Alejandro Beltran, Nick Malleson +2

This paper discusses the design of policy digital twins using multi-level agent-based modeling to incorporate human behavior effects. A case study is presented for a UK city council's energy transition policy, demonstrating the design metho…

Jesse Gordon

This paper investigates how molecular symmetry influences greenhouse gas properties. It analyzes the relationship between molecular structure and global warming potential (GWP), showing that symmetric molecules may activate specific infrare…

Luiz C. Cotovicz, Renato P. Ribeiro, Luciana O. Vidal +4

This study measured methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O) air-water fluxes in a tropical estuarine delta in Brazil (Paraíba do Sul River) and combined them with CO2 data to assess the greenhouse gas budget. CH4 concentrations were highest i…

Riju Pratap Singh, Pratik Sanodiya, Udai Pratap Singh +3

This study evaluates the effects of long-term conservation agriculture on productivity, soil carbon sequestration, and greenhouse gas emissions in rice-wheat systems of the eastern Indo-Gangetic Plains. It suggests that reduced tillage and …

Damián Fernández-Rodríguez, David Paulo Fangueiro, David Peña Abades +5

This study demonstrates that combining alternate wetting and drying irrigation with biochar can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve carbon balance in water-scarce rice agroecosystems, contributing to climate mitigation…

Wahidul Biswas, Augustine Ntiamoah, Michele John +1

This paper presents the development of accounting frameworks and calculation tools for assessing embedded greenhouse gas emissions across the lifecycle of aluminium and steel products in Australia. It provides a practical methodology tailor…

María A. Rodrigo, Eric Puche, Manuel Muñoz-Colmenares +2

This paper tests limnocorrals as experimental tools for studying greenhouse gas emissions and food webs in inland waters, evaluating their effectiveness and applicability.

Marie-Odile Fortier, Amir Sharafi, Alyssa Pfadt-Trilling +1

California's decarbonization plan through 2045 ignores lifecycle GHG emissions of renewable electricity systems. Analysis shows actual emissions could be over 30% higher than state estimates, even with optimal siting. Lack of lifecycle acco…

V. V. Klimenko, A. G. Tereshin, O. V. Mikushina

This study models the carbon neutrality prospects of nine major developing economies, finding that current decarbonization rates and CCS deployment are insufficient to meet 2050-2070 targets until after 2100. Only China and Brazil have cent…

Tuba Rasheed, Mahwish Zafar, Hamza Akram +1

This study conducts a comparative analysis of countries with aggressive net zero targets, assessing how energy vulnerability influences the stringency of their environmental policies. It aims to clarify the relationship between energy secur…

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This editorial introduces a special issue on emerging technologies for net zero emissions. It highlights the critical role of technological innovation in the energy transition and carbon neutrality, providing context for the research papers…

Huihui Wang, Chengxin Lin, Tingting Xu +7

This paper dynamically simulates resilience-based urban decarbonization pathways for China's Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. It evaluates CO2 reduction potential and emissions peaking timelines under different policy scenarios, …

Pi-Yen Lin

This paper assesses the well-to-wake GHG emissions of LNG, methanol, and ammonia compared to conventional marine fuel for bulk carriers. It quantifies decarbonization potential and trade-offs, informing fuel selection for IMO targets.

Xinxian QI, Yanfeng DI, Peng PAN +4

This paper proposes a three-dimensional carbon governance framework for achieving the 2035 carbon target by analyzing spatial carbon efficiency and decarbonization pathways of urban construction land in Nanjing, China. It quantifies the rel…

Maydison, Kwangseok Lee, Bonggi Choi +2

This paper assesses the life cycle emissions and costs of retrofitting ships to use sustainable marine fuels, incorporating design constraints and feedstock sources. It explores pathways to achieve 2050 decarbonization targets in the shippi…

Xiaoyi Shen, Ying Kou, Mengchi Li

This paper proposes a cargo-loading credit trading scheme to accelerate shipping decarbonization. By issuing and trading credits based on cargo loading efficiency, the scheme creates economic incentives for emission reductions.

Marek Dzida, Lan Huong Nguyen

This review comprehensively assesses maritime decarbonization pathways, including regulatory developments, energy-efficiency technologies, and alternative fuels (LNG, methanol, hydrogen, ammonia, biofuels, e-fuels). It concludes that no sin…

Zaheer Allam, Rushaa Badaloo, Ali Cheshmehzangi

This paper argues that strategic reserves of critical materials (e.g., lithium, rare earths) are essential for urban decarbonization. It highlights supply chain risks and proposes policy measures to ensure resilient access for renewable ene…

Anthony Wiskich

This paper discusses how Pacific island states, due to their unique geography and reliance on shipping, can take a pioneering role in maritime decarbonisation. By implementing early testbeds and policy frameworks, they can provide a model f…