GX & Decarbonization Research

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…

Simon Wehden, Kathryn B. Janda, Felix Creutzig

This study examines craft entrepreneurs in four German installation trades (roofers, electricians, heating installers, painters) using mixed methods. It finds that the skilled worker shortage manifests as order prioritization, discouraging …

Deepak Gupta, Ergashev Nuriddin Gayratovich, Mirzaev Abdullaevich +3

This chapter presents a cost-benefit analysis of low-carbon mobility options using life-cycle assessment and social cost of carbon. Battery electric vehicles and public transit show benefit-cost ratios above unity, while active transport yi…

Tao Chen

This paper constructs a computational framework combining trend prediction and path optimization for energy consumption structure evolution. It integrates multi-source data to build time-series prediction models for coal, oil, natural gas, …

Ke Wang, Haojie Dai, Xunzhang Pan +1

This paper maps plant-level stranded asset risks in China's refining sector under low-carbon transition. It likely quantifies transition risk and regional impacts, offering insights for global energy transition planning. No abstract availab…