GX & Decarbonization Research

Fortunate Machingura, Eline Holvoet, Christine Chawhanda +12

Climate change threatens health, and healthcare systems are significant greenhouse gas emitters. This study evaluates carbon mitigation interventions (solar power, efficient lighting, refrigeration, refrigerants, reflective paint, tree plan…

Qunfeng Ji, Xinyue Shu, Pengju Zhang +1

This study conducts a bibliometric and systematic review of low-carbon retrofitting of existing urban residential buildings in China, analyzing 91 papers from 2015-2025. Findings show a shift from basic energy-saving to multi-objective opti…

Giada Formichetti, G. Loporcaro, S. Pampanin

This paper proposes a multi-performance parametric framework for low-damage post-tensioned laminated timber (Pres-Lam) buildings, integrating seismic performance, energy efficiency, and environmental footprint. Using Multi-Objective Optimiz…

Jiaying Huang

This study explores the construction path of smart and low-carbon outdoor spaces from the perspective of sustainable urban theory, using Nanjing Station and its square as a case. Through literature analysis, it identifies issues such as mon…

Muze Guo, Antonio Peña-García, Yi Shen +2

This review integrates low-carbon technologies across the entire lifecycle of tunnels, addressing fragmentation in existing research. It proposes scenario-adaptive strategies and evaluates them through case studies, discussing scalability t…

Xi Zhu, J J Liu, Chen Cai +3

This study develops a comprehensive evaluation index (CRETCI) for 30 low-carbon technologies in wastewater treatment, covering carbon reduction potential, economic performance, and technology readiness level. Results show that process impro…

Wenchao Shi, Xiaochen Ma, Yanling Zhang +1

This review comprehensively examines next-generation indirect evaporative cooling technologies for decarbonizing building cooling. It evaluates energy efficiency improvements and CO2 reduction potential compared to conventional systems, hig…

A.S. Posemeinova

This paper analyzes key factors determining the carbon footprint of wastewater treatment plants and discusses modern methods for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, primarily CO2, CH4, and N2O. It identifies aeration, sludge treatment, and h…

Ali Taileb, Mohammed Fareed Sherzad

This paper develops and applies a structured energy audit methodology for a multi-unit residential building in Toronto, combining site inspections, thermographic analysis, benchmarking, and eQuest simulation. It identifies space heating and…

Tukun Wang, Jingyang Li, Zhikang Huang +1

This study develops a simulation workflow for climate-adaptive green retrofit of a historic Chaoshan residence in hot-humid Lingnan. Baseline evaluation revealed summer overheating, insufficient daylighting, and poor ventilation. An integra…

Deeksha Sharma, Dipanshu Sharma

This paper focuses on the role of individual households in reducing urban carbon emissions through simple, affordable lifestyle changes such as water/electricity conservation, transportation choices, passive design, roof gardens, and solar …

Hassam ur Rehman

The building sector plays a critical role in addressing climate change, accounting for a significant share of global energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. This study explores advanced energy systems to enhance energy resilience a…

Barbosa, Gabriela, Almeida, Manuela

This paper discusses digital interoperability for Building Renovation Passports (BRPs), proposing a framework to support sustainable building renovation and decarbonisation. It highlights how data standardisation and information sharing can…

Umunna, Chetachi C., Okoroafor, Humphery K.

This paper critically examines architecture's dual role in climate change—as a major emitter and a mitigation tool. It reviews global case studies, advocates for a shift from extractive to regenerative practices, and proposes a framework in…

P. Janaki, Ramal E. Anbalagan

This paper proposes a blockchain-enabled secure and interoperable digital twin framework for Industry 5.0 smart cities, integrating hybrid deep learning (GNN, LSTM, CNN) for real-time monitoring and optimization. Experimental results show 9…

Chunting Zhang, Weihui Hu, Yaobin Liu +1

Using panel data from 284 Chinese cities (2010-2023), this study finds that digital intelligence investment (DII) significantly improves energy efficiency (EE) through the mediating channels of marketization, green innovation, and energy in…

Peng-Chong Cao, J Y Chen, Yang Wen

This study develops a priority decision framework for building energy retrofits using life-cycle cost-benefit analysis and net present value rate (NPVR), integrating carbon trading. Five retrofit measures (wall/roof insulation, window repla…

Swapnil Choudhary, Ganesh Upadhyay, Neeraj Kumar +3

This study compares the energy consumption, carbon footprint, and operational costs of various paddy straw management machinery in North-Western India. It covers processes from harvesting to storage, quantifying environmental and economic i…

Marco Angiolini, Stefano Forti, Jacopo Soldani +1

This paper proposes design methodologies for reducing carbon emissions in software service operations. It focuses on optimizing energy consumption and visualizing carbon footprints to mitigate environmental impact.

Jessica A Baker, Nigel Thuku, Allan Zablon +8

This paper presents SCORE, a guideline for designing data ingestion pipelines in cloud operations that are both cost-efficient and carbon-aware, specifically targeting low- and middle-income countries. It aims to improve sustainability of r…