GX & Decarbonization Research

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…

Dworatzek L.

Evaluates the contribution of local energy generation and storage technologies to decarbonizing single-family housing in Germany. Quantifies energy self-sufficiency, CO2 reduction, and economic feasibility. Provides insights on deployment p…

Hachem-Vermette C.

This paper investigates design strategies for achieving net-zero energy communities, focusing on seasonal solar collection and storage systems. It explores how renewable energy utilization and efficient energy management can enable communit…

Khalil E.

This paper presents a global assessment tool for evaluating improvement measures to reduce CO2 emissions in cement plants. As cement is a major CO2 emitter, the tool helps identify effective reduction strategies.

Doose H.

This paper critically examines Scotland's net zero transition, arguing that it leads to corporate welfare and assetization cascades, potentially undermining genuine decarbonization. It offers a political economy perspective on climate polic…

Diana Boshkovska, N. Daniloska, Tatjana Petkovska Mirchevska

This paper examines the EU sustainable finance regulatory framework (EU Taxonomy, CSRD, SFDR) and its implications for the Western Balkans, focusing on North Macedonia. Using qualitative institutional and policy analysis, it assesses regula…

Ibrahim Mallam Fali, Emmanuel-Ubong Ita Rufus, U. Umagu +9

This study examines the effect of CSR scores and board size on audit quality for 39 Nigerian listed non-financial firms from 2011-2022 using fixed-effects panel regression. Results show a significant positive relationship between CSR scores…

Cleopatra Șendroiu, Corina-Graziella Bâtcă-Dumitru, G. Tanase

This paper reviews literature on how digitalization and sustainability reshape the accounting profession. It proposes a conceptual model with normative, functional, and identity dimensions, showing how ESG reporting (e.g., CSRD) transforms …

Icih, Sulis Setiawati, Norhanizah Johari +1

This study examines the impact of ESG assurance, internal audit, and enterprise risk management (ERM) on firm value for basic materials companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. Using moderated regression analysis, it finds that onl…

Tadiwanashe Gutsa, Cristina Trois, Thomas Mani

This study examines the seasonal transport, retention, and transfer dynamics of floating macro-debris from the Umgeni River to the ocean in South Africa. It provides insights into plastic pollution dynamics in river-estuarine systems. No ab…

C. Deidda, A. Khanna, W. Schade +2

This paper reviews and quantifies the impact of climate extremes on Europe's transport infrastructure under different emission scenarios. Under RCP6.0, heatwave exposure could increase 30-fold by mid-century, and droughts could affect over …

Z. Yang, А.K. Nizamdinova

This study uses bibliometric methods and CiteSpace to analyze 592 carbon accounting publications from 2005-2025 in the Web of Science Core Collection. Results show rapid growth post-2023, with China, US, and Australia as leading contributor…

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…

M. Ashtiani, Brad Benke, Yang Shen +5

This paper analyzes material use and embodied carbon from new construction buildings in North America, projecting emissions to 2050. It provides key insights for decarbonizing the building sector.

Hina Nawaz, Hassan Nawaz Khan, A. Khan +6

This paper examines how green financial support (GFS) and energy intensity (EI) jointly shape renewable energy transition (RET) in China's agricultural sector using time-series data (2000-2022) and cointegration analysis. Results confirm GF…

Zhen Huang, Tao Xiong, Bowen Zhang +4

This paper proposes a coordinated scheduling framework for port integrated energy stations considering multi-path green hydrogen utilization under renewable uncertainty. It develops a coupled electricity-hydrogen-heat-gas-carbon model and a…