GX & Decarbonization Research

Ruth V. Hamilton, John R. Underhill

The energy transition intensifies competition for offshore space. Using the North Sea, this paper examines conflicts among renewables, carbon storage, and existing interests. It advocates for an interdisciplinary, data-driven spatial planni…

Mansur Abdul Mohammed, Ibrahim Danjuma Andesiye, Sule Haruna Bibot

This study assesses the impact of three soil management practices (plantation, cultivated, grazing) on carbon sequestration and erodibility in Taraba State, Nigeria. Plantation has the highest carbon stock and infiltration rate, while culti…

E. Ataguba, Nwaguma,, B.C., J.M. Okpe +1

This paper analyzes the carbon footprint of diets and food items, showing that healthy eating habits can contribute to climate change mitigation and improved nutrition. It emphasizes the need for policy propositions to integrate climate-con…

Ojonuba Samuel Ochagana, Joseph A. Adekeye

This paper examines the interplay between Nigeria's national legislative frameworks and international climate agreements. Findings show that despite existing laws, climate change continues to cause biodiversity loss, food and water insecuri…

Oludare A Saliu, O.A Bolukale, E. Wale Babatola +1

Using 20 years of climate data and baseline SOC measurements, this study quantifies climate-adjusted carbon sequestration potential of agricultural practices in Nigeria's derived savannah. Agroforestry and biochar contribute 56% of total CO…

Luke Hatton, Gbemi Oluleye, Florian Egli +3

This paper analyzes future scenarios for the cost of capital of energy technologies linked to the Shared Socioeconomic Pathways. It assesses how financing costs affect investment in low-carbon technologies, providing insights for policymake…

Motunrayo Akanfe Kataye

This study analyzes Nigeria's climate change policy framework, tracing the process from the ratification of the Paris Agreement to the enactment of the Climate Change Act 2021. It highlights implementation mechanisms such as the establishme…

Arbogast Nyandwi, Julien Michellod, Arven Syla +3

This study develops a framework using 11,200 building archetypes to represent the entire Swiss residential stock, simulating hourly electricity production and consumption. Key findings: single-family houses can achieve a positive energy bal…

Ulug'murodov Farxod Faxriddinovich,Turkmenbaev Salamat Azamat o'g'li,Ergashev Toxirjon Ziyodulla o'g'li, Worldy Knovledge Publishing Centre

This article examines the role of tax incentives in promoting green innovations in Uzbekistan. It evaluates tax preferences for renewable energy producers, equipment manufacturers, and households, noting their potential to improve investmen…

Oskay Ozen, Niklas Panten, Nils Roloff +2

This paper outlines a German project developing an ICT infrastructure for decentralized energy systems. It uses smart meters, IoT, and machine learning for data collection, analysis, optimization, and dynamic pricing, aiming to enhance urba…

Jean Pisany-Ferry

This paper analyzes the transition to carbon neutrality as a distinct type of structural reform, highlighting differences from conventional reforms and offering policy implications.

Joyshree Barman1 , Bhaskar Jyoti Saikia2*, Sparshan Bharadwaj3 , Manjit Kumar Nath4

This paper explores the potential of optimizing artificial lift systems in upstream oil and gas operations to improve energy efficiency and achieve carbon neutrality. Despite the lack of empirical data, it discusses technical possibilities …

Yang Zhao, Hua Wei, Yueying Lu +2

This paper analyzes policy-driven synergies among land use intensity, ecological security, and carbon neutrality in Northwest China. It proposes a policy framework to balance regional decarbonization and ecological conservation, offering in…

mohamed kamal arafa elrakhawi

This paper analyzes the relationship between legal regulation of the low-carbon transition and climate justice. It argues for the importance of legal frameworks in climate action from the perspective of green economic law, proposing legal p…

Diana Carolina Betancur Mesa

This study demonstrates direct enzymatic liquefaction of soybean hull pellets at high solids loading (30% w/v) without pretreatment, producing a pumpable slurry with 90 g/L monosaccharides. Fermentation with oleaginous yeast confirms compat…

Lorraine McCauley

This study evaluates the feasibility of low carbon refurbishments for a 1950s non-domestic building in Scotland, achieving a 25% reduction in heating energy demand through measures such as floor insulation and LED lighting. The payback peri…

Lorenzo Rosa, Andrea Citrini, Tom Terlouw

This study quantifies direct and indirect water consumption for low-carbon hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol production pathways. Using a database of North American facilities, it assesses water scarcity risks under baseline and future climat…

Zhou Zhifang

This study analyzes the impact of computing power infrastructure on corporate low-carbon transformation. Using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, robustness tests, and heterogeneity analysis, it shows that infrastructure investme…

Dalianus Riantama

This study uses machine learning to evaluate digital transformation and low-carbon readiness in Taiwanese industries, quantifying readiness levels and offering insights for policy and investment.

Shree krishna rimal

This paper investigates the potential of low-carbon construction materials to reduce environmental impacts of urbanization in Nepal. It reviews alternatives like supplementary cementitious materials, geopolymers, recycled aggregates, and en…