GX & Decarbonization Research

Amirhossein Janzadeh, Sasan Moradi, Maryam Armaghan

This study compares four conventional wall systems and a hempcrete-based alternative for mid-rise residential buildings in Tehran, using LCA and building energy simulation to assess 30-year carbon emissions. The LECA wall achieved the lowes…

Yiming Yun, Wenliang Yang, Xianfeng Zhang +3

This study investigates how soil texture regulates the accumulation pathways of plant- and microbial-derived organic carbon, providing insights into soil carbon sequestration mechanisms. It contributes to understanding soil carbon storage a…

Shahna Vakeri, Sami Souissi, Erlantz Lizundia +2

This paper compares the carbon sequestration potential of major global ecosystems, highlighting the influence of biological equilibria on carbon dynamics. It proposes strategic implementation routes for biological carbon sequestration in ou…

Yi Zhou, Xinzhou Zhao, Lan Li +2

Based on a 24-year grazing experiment, this study proposes a 'Soil-Plant-Livestock Carbon Pump' framework to explain grazing effects on carbon cycling. Although grazing intensity reduces aboveground biomass and litter carbon, it positively …

Ashwath Hegde

This paper presents a conceptual figure outlining the major stakeholders in carbon markets, including standard-setting bodies, validation and verification bodies, project developers, consultants, and credit buyers. It serves as an education…

Ashwath Hegde

This conceptual figure outlines the entire carbon project development process, from identification and feasibility assessment through methodology selection, validation, registration, implementation, monitoring, verification, credit issuance…

Ashwath Hegde

This conceptual figure illustrates the standard carbon project lifecycle, from project identification and feasibility assessment through methodology selection, documentation, validation and registration, implementation, monitoring and verif…

Vikas Khare, Monica Bhatia, Miraj Ahmed Bhuiyan

This paper explores integrating carbon credits and carbon sequestration into circular economy frameworks. It aims to balance carbon emission reduction with economic activities, examining how carbon value can be leveraged in circular busines…

Biratu Bobo Merga, Kenate Worku Tabor

This study assesses urban green spaces in Jimma City, Ethiopia, for carbon storage and thermal comfort using a locally calibrated Urban Green Space Condition Index (UGSCI) from Landsat 8 imagery. Only 18% of the area has good green space co…

Zahra Amirzada, Irina Pavlova

This policy paper examines how Nature-based Solutions (NBS) can be recognized and managed as critical infrastructure assets within European resilience, investment, and risk-governance frameworks. Drawing on evidence from five European City …

Ren-yun Zhang, Yan Liu, Zhi-yu Fan +2

This paper evaluates environmental risks of Pidgeon-process magnesium residues and explores valorization via carbon capture and electroconversion. Effective use of residues can contribute to both waste management and CO2 reduction, enhancin…

Abin Suarsa, Agus Sutandi, Iis Dewi Fitriani +4

This paper examines how trust labels and social lifestyles drive low-carbon coffee purchases in emerging markets, addressing the green gap between environmental attitudes and actual behavior. It offers insights for marketing strategies to p…

Ziyi GE, Shiyun Gan, Jiayi Li +7

This study shows that aromatic carbon from low-temperature biochar enhances the activity of phosphate-solubilizing bacteria under saline-alkaline stress. It suggests potential for soil improvement and carbon sequestration through biochar ap…

Ishtiaq Mainuddin, Partha Acharjee, Eva Chowdhury

Using panel data from 22 Asian countries (2001-2022), this study examines the resource rent-CO2 emissions nexus. Findings show that natural resource rents increase emissions, but green finance and governance quality moderate this effect. Ed…

Jin-Hua Li, Min Gan, Xiaohui Fan +3

This experimental study investigates the injection combustion characteristics of biochar and hydrogen, aiming at low-carbon rotary-kiln pellet production. It evaluates the impact of hydrogen co-firing on combustion efficiency and emission r…

Long Zhang, Yixuan Liu, Jian Wang

This paper constructs an evaluation system for environmental, economic, and service performance based on the GLEC Framework and ISO 14083 for a Chinese logistics company. Using LCA, AHP, and transport mode optimization, it proposes a low-ca…

Yuedong WU, Wen Lyu, Changsheng Yue +1

Steel slag, a byproduct of ironmaking, can replace natural aggregates in asphalt concrete, but its poor stability limits adoption. Carbonation and microbial enhancement technologies show promise, aligning with China's dual-carbon strategy. …

R. Jyoti, Nihal, Prerna Attri +1

This paper focuses on advanced biomass densification and combustion techniques to efficiently produce low-carbon solid biofuels. It aims to promote renewable biomass utilization and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by substituting fossil fue…

Ol'ga Ved'manova, Andrey Kozlov

This paper proposes a theoretical framework for green competitive strategy for agricultural machinery enterprises in the context of Russia's agro-industrial complex transition to a low-carbon economy. Integrating Porter's competitive advant…

Hongxia Jing, Ratneswary Rasiah

This study proposes and tests an integrated theoretical model explaining residents' low-carbon consumption intention. It integrates psychological and social factors to identify drivers of low-carbon behavior, offering implications for polic…