GX & Decarbonization Research

Danyang Cui, Lena Max, Cecilia Boström +1

This study evaluates rare-earth substitution in EV traction motors via life cycle assessment, comparing NdFeB and ferrite motors. It identifies a break-even electricity carbon intensity of ~60 g CO₂-eq/kWh, where below this threshold, the h…

Shuhan Ge, Yanqiao Deng, Minda Ma

Using Shanghai as a case study, this study develops a bottom-up framework to quantify real-world energy intensity and CO2 emissions for all EV models from July 2022 to December 2024. It finds systematic underestimation by test cycles: BEVs …

Azizov Shavkat Abdurakhmanovich Professor, Karshi State Technical University

This article examines the historical development and technological evolution of electric vehicles (EVs) from early experiments in the 19th century to modern advanced systems. It analyzes key technological milestones, economic factors, and e…

Sacchi R.

This paper analyzes the conditions (when, where, how) under which electrification of passenger cars reduces GHG emissions, considering regional electricity mix and driving patterns.

Haoyang Li, Han Hao, Xin Sun +6

This paper provides a high-resolution dataset on costs and GHG emissions for battery recycling in China, enabling evaluation of environmental and economic performance to support decarbonization strategies.

Lea Gathen

This dissertation examines how narratives, policy frameworks, and actor perspectives shape the transition to e-mobility in Lower Saxony, Germany. It finds that fragmented responsibilities and limited institutional capacities hinder effectiv…

Jianwen Chu, Huiquan Li, Qiang Li

This paper analyzes the impact of solid-state batteries in electric vehicles and the energy transition on greenhouse gas emissions from a life cycle perspective. Solid-state batteries offer higher energy density and safety but may have high…

Na Li, Dong Li, Stavros Orfanoudakis +4

This paper introduces the Community-to-Vehicle (C2V) concept to bridge the institutional gap between local energy communities and public EV charging. Using a Swiss case study, scenarios show that C2V significantly improves local PV utilizat…

Hossein Fani

This dissertation proposes risk-based frameworks for assessing hosting capacity (HC) of EVs and PVs in distribution networks. For passive networks, it develops stochastic HC using Monte Carlo scenarios and Value at Risk, highlighting EV cha…

Benjamin Reuter

This study simulates the temporal dynamics of greenhouse gas emissions during the transition from internal combustion engine to battery electric vehicles in Germany's passenger car fleet. It finds a 10-20 year time lag between changes in ne…

Qianqian Yang, Quan Yuan, Qiangqiang Yuan +5

This paper empirically demonstrates that the transition to new energy vehicles (NEVs) reduces urban air pollution and associated mortality in China. It provides evidence on the health co-benefits of EV adoption, linking decarbonization to p…

Haozheng Yu, Congying Wu, Yu Liu

This paper provides a comprehensive review of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) integration into smart energy systems. It analyzes key enabling technologies (bidirectional charging, aggregation, communication, data-driven control) from a system-level p…

G. Sai Kumar, N. Akhil, B. Pavan +5

This comprehensive review traces the evolution of battery technologies for electric vehicles, from lead-acid to lithium-ion and beyond. It covers key breakthroughs, challenges in energy density, cost, and environment, and discusses future p…

Ndhlovu E.

This paper provides an overview of decarbonising urban transport, focusing on electric vehicles, public transport, and sustainable infrastructure in achieving net-zero emissions. It discusses the integration of policies and technologies.

Sai Luo, Kaihang Zhang, Guangwei Li +4

This paper reviews the current status of fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) industrialization in China and discusses future prospects. It outlines policy support, technological progress, and infrastructure development, while identifying chal…

Raghavendra Kurva

This technical review examines AI and machine learning approaches for real-time carbon footprint monitoring of electric vehicles (EVs). By integrating data from sensors, vehicle systems, and recycling facilities, dynamic emission profiles a…

Gayathri Asokan, Rajkumar Raju cEng, Chandan Dhananjaya +1

This paper proposes a technical framework for life cycle assessment (LCA) specifically for EV battery recycling. It identifies mining and manufacturing as carbon hotspots, and shows that end-of-life strategies like hydrometallurgical recycl…