GX & Decarbonization Research

Juejing Fang, Xin Lyu, Ke Yang +3

This study explores low-carbon backfill and carbon sequestration using coal-based solid waste, proposing innovative strategies under China's carbon neutrality framework. It aims to simultaneously achieve waste management and CO2 reduction, …

Guo B, Islam MT

This study provides a prior assessment of using CO2 as fracturing fluid to enhance injectivity in gas hydrate reservoirs for CO2-CH4 swapping and CO2 storage. A new analytical model for hydraulic fracture initiation and propagation is devel…

Yao, Yipeng, Duprez, Marie-Eve, De Weireld, Guy

This paper quantifies life-cycle burden-shifting in global warming potential when post-combustion CCS is applied to energy-intensive industries. It shows that while CCS reduces direct emissions, it may increase upstream emissions, highlight…

Xiaosong Luo, Qibin Li

This study proposes a method to convert PET plastic waste into high-value Schiff base chemicals for CO2 capture, offering a circular economy solution that reduces plastic waste and captures carbon dioxide.

Wenchao Lan, Shuangjun Li, Shuai Deng

This paper proposes a Cluster Adsorption Langmuir Model (CALM) for CO2 adsorption in carbon capture, bridging ideal and real adsorption scenarios. It improves the predictive accuracy for CO2 capture performance, contributing to CCUS technol…

Eduarda C. Queiroz, Emmanouela Leventaki, Alexandre Cuin +3

This study evaluates CO2 capture performance of steel slag and green liquor dregs via direct aqueous carbonation, analyzing how reaction conditions affect carbonation efficiency. It demonstrates potential of low-cost CCUS using industrial b…

Trinh Le Huyen, Van Quang Nguyen, Van Trung Pham +2

This study investigates the synergistic effect of CO2 on BH3-NH3 interactions, enabling simultaneous hydrogen release and carbon capture. It offers a novel chemical pathway for CCUS technologies.

Zhibo Zhang, Yani Wang, Mengzhen Zhu +10

This paper proposes an active learning-driven approach for process modeling and optimization of crude oil to chemicals coupled with carbon capture, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.

Sardar Dilbag Singh Khalsa

This patent describes a device that captures atmospheric CO2, converts it into useful byproducts (e.g., fuel, building materials), releases purified oxygen, and is powered by solar energy. It is modular and scalable for residential, commerc…

Mahdi Asgari, Etienne Mercier, Maria C. Iliuta

This paper reviews trends and advances in dual-function materials that integrate CO2 capture and conversion via the reverse water-gas shift reaction. It summarizes strategies in material design and performance enhancement, and outlines futu…

Amanda Campos, M. Z. Jacobson

Lifecycle analysis of 116 US CCUS projects finds average net capture rates of 39-58%, well below the common 90% assumption. Projects using CO2 for enhanced oil recovery often result in net emissions increases, suggesting flaws in the 45Q ta…

Ha Eun Lee, Jester Lih Jie Ling, See Hoon Lee

This study evaluates the life cycle greenhouse gas reduction potential of green hydrogen production using bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS). It quantifies the net emission reductions and provides insights for decarbonization…

Mi‐Young Lee, Dongjin Kim, Jun Woo Park +8

This study develops a paired electrolysis of CO and HMF to efficiently and stably co-produce ethylene and FDCA, key plastic monomers. By improving cathode-anode compatibility with a catholyte-layer design, it outperforms traditional CO2 ele…

Diana Murillo-Criado, Miguel A. Gonzalez, Maria José Tenorio +2

This molecular dynamics study shows that [BMIm][HCOO] is the best thermodynamic performer for CO2 capture among three ionic liquids, with a Henry's constant of 69 bar and physisorption enthalpy of -15.42 kJ/mol. Physisorption contributes ab…

Luca Gritti, D. Coffetti, Lorenzo Nani +2

This review examines the impact of condensates and impurities on corrosion in CO2 pipelines under carbon capture and storage (CCS) conditions. It highlights how pressure and temperature variations lead to phase changes and altered fluid che…

Peter McCallum, Susana Garcia

This webinar introduces MOFevaluator, a cloud-based platform for process-informed discovery of Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), enabling efficient screening for carbon capture and other applications through an interactive web interface and …

Akhil Dilipkumar, Anshu Shukla, Dan Zhao +1

This paper presents an intensified carbon capture process using temperature swing adsorption in a parallel passage adsorber with the metal-organic framework CALF-20, demonstrating potential for improved efficiency and reduced energy consump…

Xingran Wang, Huilin Fan, Chao LIN +2

This technology uses renewable electricity to electrochemically capture CO2, achieving negative carbon emissions. It offers a promising alternative to conventional amine scrubbing with lower energy consumption. However, cost and scalability…

Pozhhan Mokhtari, Phillip Sin, Maja Wlodarczyk +2

This study proposes a low-cost, high-performance composite sorbent for carbon capture using porous geopolymer-derived zeolite 4a monoliths. The porous structure enables high CO2 adsorption efficiency and sustainable manufacturing.

Wenna She, Peng Jiang, Yuefeng Qiu +7

This paper presents a system-level techno-economic and environmental assessment of low-carbon ethylene oxide production pathways. It evaluates the potential for decarbonization and associated costs.