GX & Decarbonization Research

Chenguang Zhu, Zongke Li, Liu Ning +2

This paper proposes an optimization method for energy system planning in zero-carbon industrial parks. It integrates hybrid mixed-integer conic optimization with hierarchical scheduling to jointly plan source, grid, load, and storage, aimin…

Julian Klaaßen

This paper explores the challenges and strategies for integrating sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and liquid hydrogen into airport development. It emphasizes scenario-driven modular master planning to mitigate risks and highlights pilot pr…

Gregory Felipe Franco-Miranda, Á. Molina-García, A. Mateo-Aroca

This paper introduces a multi-platform digital solution for optimizing operation and maintenance (O&M) of renewable energy systems. By integrating real-time remote monitoring, sensor networks, and cloud-based data acquisition, real-world va…

M. Leersnyder

This paper examines commercial hybrid models integrating renewable energy with gas-fired generation in Australia's NEM under high VRE penetration. It compares financial instruments, tolling agreements, partnerships, acquisition/lease, and b…

Bruce W. E. Norris

This presentation reports initial findings for an Australian testing centre aimed at quantifying methane intensity from LNG supply chains. It compares the performance of quantitative optical gas imaging cameras and high-flow samplers agains…

Zisimos Toumasatos, Hanwei Zhu, Tianbo Tang +4

This paper presents real-world emissions measurements from heavy-duty vehicles (diesel, natural gas, diesel-hybrid electric), comparing particulate matter, GHGs, and toxic gases. Results show hybrid vehicles reduce NOx effectively but have …

Parker S.F.

This paper discusses how neutron scattering and related techniques can advance catalysis for net-zero emissions, with applications in hydrogen production, carbon capture, and efficient chemical processes.

Bayraktar M.

This study evaluates the greenhouse gas fuel intensity of marine fuels under the maritime net-zero framework. It compares lifecycle GHG emissions of various alternative fuels, providing benchmarks for regulatory compliance.

Jérôme Cardolaccia, Nicolas Alpy, Philippe Amphoux +12

This paper introduces the IDNES project by the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA), which explores nuclear reactor applications beyond electricity generation, such as industrial heat and hydrogen production, to su…

Xiong Wei, Xiangyang Ma, Binghui Chen +1

This paper evaluates the integration of green hydrogen into coal-based methanol production across Chinese regions, assessing emissions reduction potential and policy implications for the energy transition.

Songli Fan, Guodong Xu, Zhengtian Wu +4

This paper proposes a bilevel optimization model for low-carbon operation of park-level integrated energy systems, incorporating heterogeneous user preferences. It aims to balance user satisfaction and carbon reduction goals in energy syste…

Sherif Attallah, Jennifer Warrner

This study assesses the power and water demand of hyperscale data centers in the US Midwest, focusing on Indiana. It finds that a single campus can add tens of TWh of electricity demand, with water impacts heavily dependent on cooling techn…

Hamid Safarzadeh, Francesco Di Maria

This study examines nanomaterial-based energy storage to accelerate Italy's renewable transition. Graphene and solid-state batteries offer high performance, but face cost and policy hurdles. AI-driven design and circular economy models pres…

Rəşad Fərzəliyev

This book review discusses a book on critical minerals and energy transition, analyzing sustainability and justice perspectives in the Global South.

Kushal Roy, Dibyendu Saha, Md Nazir +1

This study provides a systematic review of India's coal regions, evaluating opportunities such as solar on reclaimed mine lands (27.11 GW), pumped hydro (~183 GW), biomass co-firing, and mine methane recovery (54%). It identifies institutio…

Bohan Zhu, Songkai Wu, Jianliang Wang +1

This study uses an integrated LEAP-MESSAGE framework to assess China's natural gas demand under strengthened NDC targets. Results show that coordinated supply-demand adjustments can reduce peak natural gas demand by ~23% and accelerate the …

Guotao Zhu, Haowei Hu, Zihao Wang +3

This study analyzes carbon emission peaks in the operational phase of existing civilian buildings in Anhui Province using energy balance tables, the LEAP model, and the STIRPAT model. Scenario analysis reveals that the optimal blueprint sce…

Arijit Mukherjee, Sourish Chatterjee, Anupam Debsarkar +1

This study uses a bottom-up model to identify least-cost pathways for net zero transition in the power sector of eastern India. It considers regional constraints and presents optimal strategies combining renewable energy and efficiency impr…

Mohammad Hemmati, Vassilis M. Charitopoulos

The rapid expansion of AI is increasing electricity demand in Europe. This study uses a spatially explicit optimization model to assess how hyperscale data centers may reshape energy infrastructure investment and emissions trajectories. Und…

Geeta Joshi, Tejeswi Ramprasad, Harmandeep Singh +4

This paper develops an agent-based model to analyze sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) transition pathways, applied to India's civil aviation system. Results show that SAF adoption depends on infrastructure coordination and price formation, no…