GX & Decarbonization Research

Tolga Taner

This paper investigates optimizing energy efficiency in low-carbon systems through advancements in lithium-ion battery technology. It explores how improved battery performance can support renewable energy integration and electric vehicle ad…

Derick Asirvatham, Mayra T. de Grazia, Leandro Sanchez

This study evaluates low-carbon mortar mixtures with high limestone filler content (up to 52%) and reduced cement. It shows that mobility parameters (IPS, MPT) strongly influence rheology and hardened properties, with MPT being the most cri…

Yuyi Liu, Q Wang, Qin Yang +5

This study analyzes the low-carbon transformation of China's construction industry under dual carbon targets and the resulting demands on civil engineers. It quantifies carbon emissions across the building lifecycle and proposes a three-dim…

Manuel Sánchez Dieguez, Klara Schure, Robert Koelemeijer +2

This paper presents IESA, a hybrid simulation-optimization framework that combines agent-based modeling with cost optimization to evaluate low-carbon policy instruments. Applied to the Netherlands, it shows that while renewables diffuse und…

Xiaotian Gao, Hongxia Xu, Xiang-Wu Yan

This study analyzes the impact of new-type urbanization on efficient and low-carbon use of urban land. Using Chinese city-level data, it demonstrates that urbanization policies contribute to reducing carbon emissions from land use.

Héctor Quiroga-Barriga, César Ramírez-Márquez, José María Ponce‐Ortega

This paper examines the role of small modular reactors (SMRs) in strategic planning for low-carbon power systems. It analyzes grid integration challenges and policy implications, positioning SMRs as flexible and cost-effective low-carbon so…

Yuxin Xing

This paper analyzes smart transportation, energy, and waste management for a low-carbon economy, proposing a dual-layer ADN scenario planning model solved by Cuckoo Search and interior point method. It reduces emission costs by 40.44% compa…

Xianyu Hou, Langxiong Gan, Lei Zhang +3

This study proposes a novel multi-objective reinforcement learning framework (FMORL) for low-carbon path planning of inland vessels. It optimizes routes to minimize CO2 emissions while considering trade-offs with operational costs and time.…

Feng Pan, Chen Yang, Yuyao Yang +2

This paper proposes a novel low-carbon demand response mechanism using marginal carbon emission factors (MCEF) instead of average factors. MCEF provides high-sensitivity signals for real-time emission impacts of load changes, accounting for…

Ziwei Hu, Qingxiang Wang, Ran Xu +4

This study develops a low-carbon co-combustion method for ultra-low concentration methane and coal gangue, providing mechanistic analysis. The method potentially contributes to energy recovery from waste and greenhouse gas reduction.

Anusha S. Basavaraj, Maria Georgiades, Sofía Sánchez Berriel +5

This study evaluates the environmental impacts of using thermally activated clays in low-carbon cement production, highlighting potential for reducing CO2 emissions in the cement industry.

Qianqin Feng, Guangchong Chen, Y Zhang

This paper analyzes low-carbon decision-making of ports under regional competition and technology sharing. It evaluates the impact of technology sharing on environmental performance and competitiveness, offering policy implications.

S.Archana1* and V.Durai1

This paper discusses the necessity of low-carbon and energy-efficient fishing vessels to reduce fossil fuel dependence and environmental impact in fisheries. It highlights potential for cutting fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions …

Asad Hanif

This review synthesizes evidence on magnesium oxychloride cement (MOC) as a low-carbon binder using PRISMA and bibliometric methods. MOC performance highly depends on mix design and curing; phosphate modification and SCMs improve water resi…

Myroslav Sanytsky, Taras Kropyvnytskyi, Iryna Hevyuk +1

This study examines the use of wet fly ash from thermal power plants as a raw material for low-carbon cements. The technical characteristics of wet fly ash from the Burshtyn Thermal Power Plant were investigated, showing compliance with EN …

Renrong Jiang, Haiyue Fu, Xinyi Chen +4

This paper proposes goal-oriented zoning for multifunctional land use in Shenzhen, China, to support low-carbon transition. Using multi-objective optimization, it balances economic, environmental, and social goals, demonstrating integration…

Rubaiya Rumman

This study explores the use of wood ash to modify cement for low-carbon concrete, aiming to reduce CO2 emissions in the construction sector. The modified composites show potential for sustainable building materials.

Annabel Scott-Collins, Sebastian Stannard, Jennifer Barker +4

This scoping review systematically examines the impact of low-carbon transport interventions on health inequalities, highlighting that while transport decarbonization is crucial for climate mitigation, equity considerations in health outcom…

Shaoxuan Ren, Tengxiao Ji, Sabrina S. Scott +9

This study reports an electrochemical reactor that converts limestone and silica into calcium silicate hydrate (eCSH), which upon heating forms belite at only 650°C. This process reduces thermal demand by 70% and CO2 emissions by 98% compar…

Xin Liao, Yuguo Jiang, Qiang Lin +1

This study assesses low-carbon manufacturing transition in eight cities of the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle using a dynamic Set Pair Analysis model with a state transition matrix. It reveals a 'Matthew effect' and a three-tier structur…