GX & Decarbonization Research

Yirui Li, Xin Wang, Xuejin Zhou +5

This study develops a low-carbon road binder by processing pyrite tailings and other industrial wastes through ultrafine refinement and self-activation. It achieves CO2 emission reduction by replacing cement and utilizing waste. Experimenta…

Liu Zhihua

This paper explores low-carbon and energy-saving interior design methods by combining artificial intelligence with spatial thermal cycle models. It analyzes building envelope and internal thermal environment, uses thermal load calculations …

Raigama Acharige Dinithi Piyumra, N D Domingo, Diocel Harold Aquino +2

This paper proposes an integrated conceptual framework (ICCO-BD) for building design optimization that simultaneously minimizes upfront embodied carbon and construction costs. Based on a systematic literature review and expert interviews, i…

Miyu Matsunobu, Kyosuke Hiyama, Yutaka Oura

This study quantitatively evaluates the trade-off between increased upfront carbon from high-performance building envelopes and operational carbon reduction, using a medium-sized office building across Japan's 8 climate zones. Low-E triple …

Yuki Sato

Mesoporous optically clear heat insulators (MOCHIs) combine transparency with thermal insulation for building envelopes, reducing energy consumption while maintaining natural light. They leverage nanoscale porosity to impede heat transfer, …

A. A. Abdelsamad, Mostafa S. Hamad, Hany A. Hamed +1

This paper proposes a stream-based thermal bus modeling approach for efficient thermal energy management in industrial energy hubs. The model integrates multiple heat sources and demands to enable optimal energy allocation, potentially cont…

Sicilia, Álvaro, Madrazo, Leandro, Costa, Gonçal

This paper reports the OPTIMUS project, which develops a decision support system (DSS) using semantic web technologies to optimize energy use in public buildings. It extends tools from the SEMANCO project, enabling local administrations to …

Young D

This paper critically reviews benchmarks (e.g., power density values) in building services engineering. While benchmarks are essential for early-stage design, limitations such as data reliability, oversizing/undersizing risks, and misalignm…

Vogt, Georg, Novikova, Tatiana, Junak, Karolina

This report summarizes the tunES project, where seven National Energy Agencies analyzed optimal implementation strategies for the revised EPBD, focusing on EPCs, BRPs, and SRIs. The project adapted the Impact Assessment methodology for nati…

Zhen Peng, X C Zhang, Feiyan Han +2

This paper proposes a life-cycle multi-criteria decision framework for sustainable retrofit of aging residential communities. It integrates environmental, economic, and social dimensions to evaluate retrofit options. The framework supports …

Akhmedov Zokhid

This paper examines the role of green logistics in environmental sustainability and efficiency of transport logistics. It analyzes impacts like GHG emissions, energy consumption, waste, and explores sustainable transport, innovative technol…

Sarvaree Bano, Priyanka Gupta

This study proposes an AI-optimized sensor network and signal processing model to enhance efficiency and sustainability in advanced manufacturing and green energy systems. It applies AI for predictive maintenance and real-time optimization …

Aslı Akalın, Asena Soyluk

This paper presents a bibliometric analysis of research trends on the climatic effects of green buildings and artificial intelligence (AI). It examines literature since 2000, highlighting the role of green buildings in climate change mitiga…

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This Reprint compiles peer-reviewed articles on improving energy efficiency and saving in buildings. It covers passive cooling/heating, innovative conditioning technologies, intelligent energy management, renewable integration, lifecycle as…

Miao Xu

This paper addresses low-carbon urban development, likely exploring strategies for carbon reduction in urban planning. While details are unavailable, it is expected to discuss energy efficiency and sustainable urban design.

T. Aniyikaiye

This paper presents a case study of green operations initiatives in the formal brick manufacturing industry in Vhembe District, South Africa, focusing on environmental impact reduction and energy efficiency improvements.

Alan Kabanshi

This structured literature review synthesizes evidence on residential building taxonomy, ventilation, indoor environmental quality, overheating, airborne infection resilience, and post-pandemic occupancy. It compares single-family and multi…

Ghayth Tintawi, Khuloud Ali, Lucas Monteiro +2

This study evaluates envelope design strategies for hot-arid residential buildings using a Pareto-based multi-criteria framework integrating operational energy and embodied carbon. Reduced window-to-wall ratios consistently achieve balanced…

Павло Фісуненко, Vladyslav Pishta

This paper examines the evolution of the concept of energy efficiency and its application in construction. It distinguishes energy efficiency from energy saving, analyzes stages of development, and emphasizes the current focus on digital te…

Kannakumar Kanagaraj, V. Ganesh Kumar, Karthikeyan Ravichandran +3

This study develops low-cost eutectic hydrate composite phase change materials (CPCMs) based on sodium acetate trihydrate (SAT), successfully reducing supercooling from over 35°C to under 5°C, enhancing thermal conductivity (0.893 W/(m·K)),…