GX & Decarbonization Research

Nouran Nabil Abdelsalam Mahmoud Ellelly, Laila Aladwey, Abdelmoneim Bahyeldin Mohamed Metwally

This study examines the relationship between tax avoidance and cost of debt for non-financial firms in an emerging market, finding a positive association moderated by ESG disclosure. Higher ESG disclosure weakens the positive effect, implyi…

Zheng Wei, Zhichen Long, Weijian Yuan +4

This meta-analysis of rice-animal co-culture (e.g., rice-fish, rice-duck) in Chinese paddy fields demonstrates synergistic enhancement of soil carbon and nitrogen sequestration while reducing greenhouse gas intensity. The findings support s…

Patrick Bolton, Marcin Kacperczyk

Using a global cross-section of publicly listed firms, this study finds that voluntary disclosure of Scope 1 emissions predicts lower stock returns compared to non-disclosers. UK mandatory carbon disclosure rules reduced stock-level uncerta…

Solmaz Bidast, Amir Mohseni, Bhabananda Biswas +3

This paper explores the potential of clay- and zeolite-based materials to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions in agricultural systems, particularly N2O and CH4. These materials improve soil properties and nutrient retention, reducing emission…

Simon Osiregbemhe Ilogho, Heinz Eckart Klingelhöfer

This study examines the impact of financial inclusion on greenhouse gas emissions in SADC countries using two-stage least squares and quantile regression. The results suggest heterogeneous effects, with potential emission reductions in lowe…

Salah .A. Ashareef, Hesn Abdalnbi Alazrg, Mohamed .F. Khsheba +1

This paper examines the impact of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) on reducing emissions such as nitrogen oxides (NOx) and carbon monoxide (CO) in a single-cylinder gasoline engine. It discusses the mechanism by which EGR lowers combustion t…

Erlin Jin, Yang Bai, Dongning Feng +2

This study developed the DeepSeek-Python-ArcGIS (DPA) framework for blue carbon storage estimation in Daya Bay mangroves. It used LLM-driven code generation to process Sentinel-2, GEDI LiDAR, and UAV data, achieving 92.13% accuracy in mangr…

MOHAMMED ISAH KIMPA, Adamu Salahudeen Gene, STANLEY CHUKWUEBUKA UGOCHUKWU +5

This study synthesized activated carbon from sugarcane bagasse using sulfuric acid activation (ScBAC) and evaluated its capacity to remove methylene blue (MB) dye from wastewater. ScBAC exhibited a specific surface area of 254.6 m²/g and mi…

María-Pilar Martínez-Hernando, Miriam Blumers, Thomas Gibon +3

This study quantifies GHG emissions from copper production and examines the impact of EU-ETS and CBAM on copper costs across different countries. Results show Poland, despite lowest emissions, faces highest EU-ETS penalties, while China wit…

Tran Thi Bich Phuong, Do Vinh Duong, Thanh Tran

This paper presents a case study in Ho Chi Minh City examining how urban green spaces, as nature-based solutions, contribute to particulate matter mitigation and carbon footprint reduction. Through quantitative assessment, it demonstrates t…

Chunlei Zhao, Pan Zhu, Tiantian Chai +2

This paper explores methods to overcome natural limitations in biological conversion of CO2 for bioproduction, contributing to carbon capture and utilization (CCUS) research.

Sara Lonigro, Yaw Antwi-Yeboah, Francesca Carella +5

This study quantifies the carbon footprint of cranioplasty surgery across Scope 1-3 using the GHG Protocol. A service improvement project reduced packaging and paper consumption, achieving a 76.53% reduction in emissions per titanium implan…

Shajaratuldur Ismail, Farihahusnah Hussin, Zong Yang Kong +1

This review comprehensively covers synthesis methods (pyrolysis, activation, template-assisted, etc.) for nitrogen-doped porous carbons for CO2 capture, and integrates machine learning (ML) models to predict adsorption capacity from key fea…

Amal E. Mubark, Ahmed A. Eliwa, Walaa F. Zaher +1

This study proposes a method for simultaneous capture of harmful lead and cadmium ions from polluted water using mesoporous manganese silicate supported by activated carbon derived from palm leaves, contributing to environmental remediation…

Alex V Chaves

This paper reexamines net-zero targets for livestock systems in light of biological realities, such as methane's short-lived but potent nature. It highlights policy implications for agricultural sustainability without compromising food prod…

Emilie Yliheljo, Susanna Kaavi, Tiina Paloniitty

This paper critically examines the sustainability of forest-based biogenic carbon capture and utilization (BioCCU) value chains in the EU. It argues that individual chains may comply with RED and CRCF sustainability criteria, yet systemic s…

Chen Zhao, Jiandong Bai, Bowen Li +2

This paper evaluates decarbonization pathways of plastics across different industries using life cycle assessment and material flow analysis. It analyzes management strategies and mechanisms, demonstrating the effectiveness of recycling and…

Siebe De Ley, Kevin Van Daele, Tom Breugelmans

This paper proposes reactor optimization for electrochemical hydrogen looping carbon capture. It contributes engineering insights to improve efficiency in CO2 capture technology.

Prachi Patel

This paper reports a novel metal-organic framework (MOF) that uses light to capture and convert carbon dioxide. The material selectively converts CO2 into useful compounds such as carbon monoxide or methane under visible light, with low ene…

Upendra Arjeewani Weerathunga Don Merenchige, Bin Wang, Shouxun Ji

This paper proposes an integrated framework linking corporate GHG inventories to design-relevant LCAs for industrial decarbonization. It bridges carbon accounting practices and product life-cycle assessment.