GX & Decarbonization Research

Arbel Yaniv, Alexander Linov, Alona Zharova

This paper examines regulatory challenges facing distribution system operators as power grids modernize, drawing on Germany's energy transition experience. It highlights how existing regulations can constrain renewable integration and sugge…

Aiping Peng, Xingtao Qi, Lingfeng Zhu +9

This review systematically analyzes green synthesis routes for lithium sulfide (Li2S), crucial for lithium-sulfur batteries and sulfide solid electrolytes. It compares low-temperature solid-state, magnesiothermic, and solution-based metathe…

Aygul Salmanova, Francesco Nicoli

A preregistered cross-national vignette experiment across six European countries (N=9,026) examines the gap between attitudes and civic engagement regarding energy infrastructure. While attitudes differ sharply by technology (solar/wind pre…

Cemal Egemen, Derviş Kırıkkaleli

This study examines the impact of AI investment on CO2 emissions in eight leading AI-investing countries from 2012 to 2022. Using the Augmented Mean Group method, it finds that AI investment and trade reduce CO2 emissions, while GDP increas…

Meng J, Hu L, Harris J +2

This study reconstructs national installed-cost trajectories for solar PV and onshore wind across over 160 countries, finding that latecomer cost convergence depends on technology architecture. For modular PV, emerging-economy laggards show…

Boitier B.

This paper presents a multi-model analysis of pathways for the EU to achieve net zero emissions. It compares scenarios, assessing policy effectiveness and energy transition costs. The results highlight the need for strengthened EU climate p…

Joshua Bailey, Hugh O’Connor

This article discusses how flow battery technology, which stores energy in liquid, could accelerate the green transition by enabling large-scale, long-duration energy storage for renewable energy integration and grid stabilization.

Nadel S.

This paper reviews progress and lessons from Europe and North America in moving new construction to net zero. It analyzes policy frameworks, technology adoption, and cost implications, offering insights for other regions aiming for building…

Jing Zhaoxia¹, Liu Zhanhong¹, Shen Qichun¹

This paper identifies issues in traditional time-of-use electricity pricing that conflate energy value, curve-shaping value, and reliability value. It proposes a 'deliverable electricity market' that redesigns product categories and market …

Sunil Kumar, Sushma Singha, Urvashi Shrivastava +1

This review synthesizes recent advances in green cement technologies for decarbonizing the cement industry, covering supplementary cementitious materials, waste-derived alternatives, energy-efficient manufacturing, and low-carbon innovation…

Chengcheng Zhao

This paper develops a comprehensive framework integrating LCA, TEA, and optimization to evaluate circular low-carbon pathways in transport and energy. Applied to urban buses, passenger vehicles, and e-SAF in Saudi Arabia and globally, it fi…

Lamb W.F.

This paper analyzes the size and composition of residual emissions in integrated assessment model (IAM) scenarios that achieve net-zero CO2. Residual emissions are those from sectors where complete decarbonization is challenging, requiring …

Zhuoli Yang, Maojiang Zheng, Jie Wang +1

This paper reviews the production pathways of green ammonia for marine decarbonization and its application in marine engines. It systematically examines combustion efficiency and emissions of pure ammonia and blends with hydrogen, diesel, e…

Julian Reingold

Released during London Climate Action Week, this report outlines a rapid fossil fuel transition path agreed upon by 57 nations. It underscores the urgency of climate action, with the UN Secretary-General warning of record heat.

Shpak N, Gnylianska L, Gvozd M +2

This paper studies the transformation of energy security of distributed energy systems amid geopolitical shocks and fuel market volatility. It proposes a multi-criteria risk-based optimization model combining economic efficiency, reliabilit…

Mendoza, Gemma, Cerrillo Redondo, Cristina, Ormazabal Lopez, Guillermo +1

This deliverable provides guidance on integrating ecological standards early into battery machinery design in Europe. It reviews key regulations (ESPR, Battery Regulation, NZIA, CRMA) and the Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) framework,…

P. Racho, Boonsita Nammana, N. Tantemsapya +3

This paper evaluates sludge-to-energy pathways in a Thai recycled paper mill over a year. Three options (RDF, anaerobic digestion, hybrid cascade) are compared with techno-economic analysis over 20 years. Results show that APCS costs and el…

Ainhoa Rubio-Clemente, Sergio Agudelo, Edwin Chica

This study develops independent energy transition indices for Global North (GNETI) and Global South (GSETI) using PCA, evaluating 7 countries each from 2013-2022. In 2022, Sweden leads GNETI (100.00) while Japan ranks lowest (11.86). Ghana …

Andrea Bastianin, Luca Rossini, Marco Zoso

This paper constructs monthly derived demand indexes for cobalt, copper, and nickel using web search data, and identifies structural shocks in global metal markets via SVAR models. It shows that transition demand shocks have persistent pric…

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This paper evaluates Germany's coal and lignite phase-out policy, examining institutional design for power sector decarbonization. It analyzes specific measures and their effectiveness, offering potential lessons for Japan's energy policy.