GX & Decarbonization Research

Ndzila J.S.

This paper reviews mechanisms, applications, and challenges of enhancing steel slag performance in concrete via CCUS technique. By accelerating slag carbonation, it improves concrete strength and durability while sequestering CO2. This cont…

McGarry H.

This paper presents the case of Network Rail, the UK's railway infrastructure manager, in delivering low-carbon concrete as part of its net-zero routemap. It discusses practical approaches to sourcing and applying low-carbon concrete in rai…

Nehdi M.L.

This systematic review examines decarbonization technologies for the cement and concrete industry, assessing feasibility and challenges. Key pathways include carbon capture, alternative fuels, and material efficiency. The paper likely concl…

Muhammad Rifqi Adiwangsa, Laskary Andaly Metal Bitticaca, H. D. Ariesyady +1

This laboratory-scale simulation identifies sensitive water quality parameters for developing bioindicators to detect CO2 leakage from geological storage, contributing to reliable CCS monitoring.

Marzia Sesini

This paper explains how EU member states are funding and deploying carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology. It covers policy mechanisms, funding sources, and rollout strategies to decarbonize Europe's fossil fuel industry. The article p…

Chikezie Nwaoha, Xiujie Zhang, Bin Liu +1

This study experimentally evaluates a tri-solvent amine blend (AMP-PZ-DETA) for post-combustion CO2 capture. Compared to benchmark MEA, it achieves 33-61% higher equilibrium CO2 loading and 54-58% lower regeneration energy. The system also …

Aleš Paulu, Jan Matuštík, Kateřina Sukdolová +1

This study conducts a prospective life cycle assessment of methanol synthesis from plasma-assisted waste gasification with carbon capture. It analyzes GHG reduction potential and energy balance, exploring the feasibility of CCUS technology.

Lulu Chen, Xin Wang, Lian Liu +3

This paper reports a high-performance catalyst for CO2 capture by immobilizing carbonic anhydrase on MnO2 nanomaterials, showing enhanced capture efficiency and stability.

Sahand Saeidi Harzand, Alp Yürüm

This study micropore-engineered activated carbons from sunflower pith for CO2 capture. The materials exhibited high CO2 adsorption capacity, demonstrating potential for low-cost, sustainable carbon capture in CCUS applications.

Unnimaya Thalakkale Veettil, Maja‐Stina Svanberg Frisinger, Terence Infant +3

This study develops a method to immobilize carbonic anhydrase on stabilized lignin nanoparticles, enhancing aqueous-phase CO2 capture efficiency. The approach contributes to low-cost CCUS processes using natural materials.

Dimitris Bakalbasis, Dimitris Karadimas, Anastasia Vassilakopoulou

This paper presents the COREu project's development of an Industrial Metaverse Platform for CCS, integrating digital twins, AI, IoT, and VR/AR to support monitoring, training, and collaboration across the CCS value chain. Initial outcomes i…

Ahmed A. Alawi Al-Naghi, Aqeel ur Rehman, Nejib Ghazouani +1

This paper proposes a method for producing high-reactivity precursors for fly ash-based low-carbon concrete through chemically engineered carbonation of recycled concrete powder. It experimentally investigates the process from ionic evoluti…

Yanzhao Yuan, Fenghao Duan, Yanjun Shen +2

This paper proposes a conceptual framework integrating Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) into the ecological restoration of abandoned mountainous mines. The framework includes four dimensions: physical restoration, acid-base neutralization, pe…

She Houde

This study develops Ru-C3N4/MnOx Z-scheme heterojunction photothermal catalysts achieving highly selective CO2 methanation. Characterization via XRD, UV-vis, and electrochemical analysis reveals that the photothermal synergistic effect enha…

Yizhu Qiao, Xixiong Jin, Bohan A +6

This study demonstrates that increasing grain boundary density in polycrystalline Cu catalysts enhances C2+ selectivity from CO2 reduction. An optimal boundary density of 151 μm⁻¹ yields 88.06% Faradaic efficiency for C2+ products. The mech…

Feng-Qin Li, Bing-Yuan Dai, Hui Xu +9

This paper reports a novel spindle-shaped Ni single-atom catalyst for efficient CO2-to-CO conversion and Zn-CO2 battery applications, using a dual-ligand strategy for morphology control. The catalyst exhibits high electrochemical performanc…

Wang X.

This paper analyzes carbon emission intensity in coal-fired power plants integrated with carbon capture under partial load conditions, exploring operational optimization for emission reduction.

Lin K.

This paper comprehensively analyzes the mutual feedback mechanisms between CO2 geological storage and underground coal mining in the Ordos Basin. It examines how coal mining cavities affect CO2 storage capacity and how CO2 injection impacts…

Babarinde O.

This overview examines geological carbon sequestration (CCS) focusing on geomechanical aspects such as caprock integrity, induced seismicity, and storage capacity. It discusses technical challenges and research directions for safe and effec…

Chirone R.

This study conducts a techno-economic analysis and life cycle assessment of a CCU process combining calcium looping, sorption enhanced methanation, and green hydrogen. It quantifies costs and environmental impacts, comparing with alternativ…