GX & Decarbonization Research

Yuvarajan Devarajan, Reda A. Haggam, Mohamed Bechir Ben Hamida +5

This paper explores hybrid systems combining solar thermal and phase change materials for low-carbon buildings. It aims to improve energy efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions, particularly by lowering heating and cooling loads. Specific resu…

TU Chen, PAN Xuanying, WANG Huan, MENG Yao, DAI Jing, WANG Xiaoyu

This paper develops a bidirectional coordinated optimization model for computing-power nodes, considering diverse green electricity consumption modes (direct green energy connection, PPA, grid supplementation) and spatio-temporal flexibilit…

Vaden, Dionysios, Denis

This paper proposes zero-upfront-cost passive engineering solutions for urban heat islands, including high-reflectivity vehicle fleets and near-infrared selective asphalt. It demonstrates a potential reduction of up to 7.5°C at pedestrian l…

Abdulaziz Aldhafeeri

This mini-review critically summarizes Phase Change Materials (PCMs) for thermal energy storage, focusing on reducing cooling loads and peak electricity demand in hot desert climates. It covers material classifications, engineering applicat…

Hemant Kumar Agrawal, Anshika Yadav, Ashutosh Luhania

This study develops an integrated design-stage assessment for a net-zero energy institutional building in hot-dry Jaipur, India. Through combined energy modelling, embodied and operational carbon accounting, and discounted cash-flow analysi…

Krarti M.

This paper analyzes the cost benefits of net zero energy homes in Australia, comparing upfront costs with long-term energy savings. It examines the economic viability and provides evidence for scaling up building decarbonization.

Cellura M.

This paper presents a case study of redesigning an existing Italian building to achieve net zero energy performance. Conducted under the IEA SHC Task 40 / ECBCS Annex 52 framework, it demonstrates an integrated approach of energy efficiency…

Cusenza M.A.

This paper presents an integrated approach combining energy simulation and life cycle assessment to evaluate both operational and embodied energy of a net zero energy building in the Mediterranean. It highlights the importance of considerin…

Zumrat Xudoyberdiyeva, Manzura Abdurahimova, Ruziboy Tangirov +4

This study analyzes structural engineering innovations for enhancing urban infrastructure sustainability and resilience. Integration of smart sensors, BIM, and high-performance materials yields 35% durability improvement, 25-35% maintenance…

C. Amaral, Maxwell C. Cook, Johannes H. Uhl +4

This study proposes a CNN method to classify and delineate roofing materials from high-resolution satellite imagery. Tested in Washington D.C. and Denver, it outperformed pixel-based ML by 15-17%. Roofing material mapping can aid urban plan…

M. Andrukhiv

This paper examines how parametric design contributes to sustainable architectural development. The algorithmic, variable-driven method enables rapid exploration of design configurations that optimize energy efficiency, material rationaliza…

Song Li, 阮国成, Jiali Yuan +1

This paper empirically analyzes the impact of sci-tech finance integration on urban energy efficiency in China under climate policy uncertainty. It finds a positive effect, offering policy implications for financing green innovation.

Chenqian Bian, Zhaofeng Chen

This study develops high-performance PI/VIP composite insulation materials and uses EnergyPlus to simulate their energy-saving, cost, and carbon emission impacts in three Chinese climates. Results show that compared to traditional XPS and r…

Mohsen Mokhtarian, Wu Xiaomeng, Xiaojun Liao +1

This study evaluates the impact of nonthermal pretreatments on tomato slice drying regarding kinetics, energy efficiency, carbon footprint, and quality. It highlights potential energy and environmental savings in food processing, though its…

Ajmain Inqiad Alam, Palash Ranjan Roy, Chanchal K. Roy +2

We propose Carbon-Taxed Transformers (CTT), a compression pipeline inspired by economic carbon taxation that integrates Neural Architecture Search, structured pruning, quantization, and knowledge distillation. Evaluated on code clone detect…

Wentan Wang, Haoran Cheng, Jiangtao Wen +5

This study develops a life-cycle techno-economic analysis and optimization framework for hybrid deep ground source heat pump systems. It couples a heat transfer model with economic evaluation and Bayesian optimization. Applied to a case in …

Feng Sun, Hongzhi Zhang, Runsheng Lin +2

This paper proposes an optimization framework for low-carbon cementitious systems using slag and fly ash, balancing CO2 emissions and carbonation durability. It develops a climate-adaptive design method for construction materials, offering …

Sushovan Chatterjee

This paper explores solar drying for low-emission agri-food systems, linking post-harvest management with carbon and nitrogen dynamics. It examines the potential of renewable energy-based drying to reduce GHG emissions in agriculture.

Justina Falana

This paper proposes a stakeholder partnership management framework for the whole lifecycle of net zero carbon buildings (NZCBs). Using agent-based modeling and simulation, it highlights the importance of consistent partnerships among key st…

Zhenwei Guo, Yan Qu, Chan Xia +4

Using 218 real-world retrofit projects in China's Hot Summer and Cold Winter region, this study applies XGBoost-SHAP and Apriori analysis to identify core technologies (roof insulation, external wall insulation, ventilation) and three co-ad…