GX & Decarbonization Research

Wu M.Y.

This paper proposes a model for establishing a net-zero emissions kidney care center in Taiwan. It focuses on decarbonizing healthcare facilities through energy efficiency, renewable energy, and operational measures, providing a blueprint f…

le Roux S.

This paper examines how awareness of UK Net-Zero targets influences actual emission reduction activities by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It explores the gap between policy recognition and practical implementation, revealing fa…

Lynch C.

This paper examines the structural economic changes and socio-economic inequalities arising during the net zero transition, likely analyzing distributional impacts across income groups or regions.

Painter J.

This paper analyzes the coverage of net zero in UK national newspapers as a case study, revealing how the media questions and criticizes the net zero target.

Chen G.

This paper discusses the differences between net zero and carbon neutrality, highlighting challenges in supply chain management such as measurement, standards, and collaboration. It proposes future research agenda including accurate Scope 3…

Dufour M.

This paper critiques corporate net-zero targets for failing to properly account for Scope 2 and 3 emissions, arguing that many targets lack coherence and may not contribute to real climate action. It calls for improved accounting and transp…

Gabrielli P.

This paper explores pathways for the chemical industry to achieve net-zero emissions under resource constraints. It examines technological and economic challenges and opportunities, emphasizing the role of key technologies like CCUS and hyd…

Elsarrag E.

This paper comprehensively evaluates whole-life carbon emissions of domestic hot water systems, including operational, embodied, and end-of-life stages. It provides insights for achieving net zero in the building sector.

Bandh S.A.

This paper reviews the overall progress and pitfalls in achieving net-zero emissions. It evaluates current policy and corporate efforts, offering insights into future directions.

Mosey D.

This paper explores procurement and contracting methods to achieve net zero carbon in the construction industry. It analyzes contractual terms and procurement policies that incentivize emission reductions across the supply chain. The paper …

Buentjen C.

This paper analyzes the factors driving asset managers to set net-zero targets, contributing to understanding norm diffusion in sustainable finance. It likely examines regulatory pressure, investor demand, or peer effects through empirical …

Govindarajan P.

This paper explores the relationship between urban density and energy master planning to achieve net-zero energy in high-rise residential precincts in tropical climates. Using a performance-driven approach, it proposes optimal density and e…

Kloesel K.

This paper argues that achieving net-zero requires a narrative shift from solely focusing on emission reductions to integrating carbon removal (CDR, CCUS). It contends that the current reduction-centric narrative is insufficient and calls f…

Sabzpoosh Saravi V.

This paper analyzes power system planning under deep uncertainty for integrating tidal energy to achieve net-zero in Northern Ireland. It considers the predictability and variability of tidal power and presents optimal deployment scenarios.

Azimi A.

This prospective life cycle assessment compares decarbonization pathways for steelmaking and finds that direct reduced iron (DRI) is the most sustainable route to net-zero. Hydrogen-based DRI can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emission…

Royapoor M.

This paper critically reviews key decarbonization challenges in the UK domestic heating sector towards the 2050 net zero target. It analyzes technical, policy, and economic barriers, assessing the effectiveness of existing measures. The rev…

Shavel I.

This paper provides a comparative analysis of multiple deep decarbonization studies of the US electric system. It examines differences in assumptions, methodologies, and results across models, offering insights for policymakers and future r…

Yurii Yezhelyi

This paper examines the institutionalization of ESG approaches in the CSR management system of Ukrainian enterprises. Against the backdrop of war-related uncertainty and European integration, it proposes an applied mechanism to integrate ES…

Nouke Sysca Oroh

This paper maps the intellectual structure and thematic evolution of Corporate Social Performance (CSP) research in Indonesia using bibliometric analysis. It identifies six major themes including ESG, sustainability reporting, and governanc…

Zhenbo Zhang, Xinran Zheng, Xiaohua Meng

This paper analyzes how firms adopt ESG-washing strategies in response to external ESG rating divergence, and finds that normative institutional pressures moderate this relationship. It highlights the impact of rating inconsistency on corpo…