GX & Decarbonization Research

Dahae Kim, Jung‐Hyun Kim, Sujin Kang +2

This study investigated sources of particulate organic carbon in the Mackenzie Trough of the Canadian Beaufort Sea using dual-isotope analysis and molecular biomarkers. Applying a Monte Carlo mixing model, they found that petrogenic organic…

Jinzi Hao, Yue Sun, Xiaodi Shang +6

This review evaluates carbon sequestration technologies based on the Marine Microbial Carbon Pump (MCP) theory in coastal ecosystems. MCP converts labile dissolved organic carbon into recalcitrant DOC for long-term storage. Coastal areas co…

Jia Lin, Xiaoguang Ouyang

This study analyzed sediment carbon and nitrogen accumulation in 90 cores from natural and restored mangroves, seagrass beds, and tidal flats in estuarine and open-coast settings in South China. Using an organic matter diagenetic model, mul…

Hsueh-Han Hsieh, Yung‐Yen Shih, Chun Hoe Chow +10

Depth-resolved POC fluxes, δ13C signatures, and eDNA from sediment traps at 150, 500, and 1000 m in the western North Pacific warm pool reveal that coastal blue carbon (CBC) from macroalgae, mangroves, and seagrasses is efficiently transpor…

Qilin Wu, Weixin Li, Cheng Gong +3

This study proposes a three-dimensional interpenetrating network of Co-Fe-Mo sulfides anchored on N-enriched porous carbon/graphene oxide nanosheets for enhanced oxygen evolution reaction (OER). The catalyst design aims to improve efficienc…

N Li, Jie Yang, B Zhang +4

This study develops a FeCoNiS/SNC/NF catalyst with an integrated sulfide/carbon architecture, demonstrating high electrocatalytic performance and durability for hydrogen generation from alkaline and seawater, offering a promising approach f…

Nelson de Jesús López Acopa, C.E. Santolalla-Vargas, María Patricia Torres-Magaña +7

This study evaluates biomass-derived activated carbons from cocoa pod husk, watermelon peel, and pineapple crown for COD removal from real eutrophic lagoon water. Despite low BET surface areas, adsorption performance is governed by pore arc…

Zhaohui Hao, Yashuo Liu

Using panel data for 288 Chinese cities from 2013 to 2022, this study finds that the digital economy significantly reduces urban carbon emission intensity. Mechanism analysis reveals industrial structure upgrading and rationalization as key…

Yuwan Malakar, Kerryn Brent, Talia Jeanneret +3

This paper compares stakeholder expectations for marine- and land-based carbon dioxide removal (ocean alkalinity enhancement and mineral carbonation) using Australia as a case study. Using Q methodology, it finds that scientific rigor and e…

Dong Boi Giang Phan, Thi Man Le, Ngọc Ngân Hà Trần +3

This paper qualitatively explores the potential of integrating carbon credits into CSR in the Vietnamese market. Through semi-structured interviews, it identifies four drivers: environmental performance, regulatory influence, financial moti…

Tomohiro Kuwae

This study introduces the concept of 'trust inflation' in carbon credit markets, where eligibility rules are interpreted as assurance of credit integrity beyond what evidence and governance support. This can substitute for independent asses…

Valquíria Maria de Carvalho Aguiar, Rodrigo Coutinho Abuchacra, Beatriz Freitas dos Santos Gonçalves +6

This study monitored bioremediation using effective microorganisms (EM) in the eutrophic Maricá Lagoon, Brazil from 2020 to 2023. Indicators such as dissolved inorganic nitrogen, chlorophyll-a, and total organic carbon improved, and the Tro…

Xiaohe Liang, Jiayu Zhuang, J Liu +2

This study analyzes 1198 articles on nature-based solutions (NbS) in sustainable agriculture using Structural Topic Modeling, identifying ten latent topics. It maps these onto four exploratory scenarios—Green Regulation, Engineered Ecotopia…

Izaskun Gomez de Salazar, Itzíar Aguado Moralejo

This study compares academic definitions of nature-based solutions (NbS) with practitioner perspectives, identifying four approaches (eco-technocratic, holistic, anthropocentric, biocentric). Practice is dominated by eco-technocratic views,…

Christi Kesh, Aparna Sharma, Vaibhav Chaturvedi

This paper examines challenges and potential pathways for voluntary carbon markets, focusing on transparency, credibility, and scalability. It discusses quality standards for carbon credits and prevention of double counting, offering policy…

Aparna Sharma, Mari Luomi, Darshna Singh

This paper analyzes the effectiveness of carbon markets in emerging economies, focusing on compliance design choices, offsetting mechanisms, and harmonization. It provides policy insights for balancing emission reduction targets and market …

Chunquan Li, Chenguang Qian, Q Zhang +4

This study presents in-situ synthesis of carbon-modified NaA zeolite from coal gangue, achieving high CO2 capture performance. It offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly approach for carbon capture, utilizing mining waste as a …

Mohamed Essalhi, Rawan A. Al Qahtani, Aasif Helal +5

This study reports the postsynthetic functionalization of a covalent organic framework (COF) with amine groups for direct air capture (DAC) of CO2. The amine-appended COF (V-COF-tris) shows enhanced CO2 uptake (1.80 mmol/g at 298 K, 100 kPa…

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 …