GX & Decarbonization Research

Hsueh-Han Hsieh, Yung‐Yen Shih, Chun Hoe Chow +10

Depth-resolved POC fluxes, δ13C signatures, and eDNA from sediment traps at 150, 500, and 1000 m in the western North Pacific warm pool reveal that coastal blue carbon (CBC) from macroalgae, mangroves, and seagrasses is efficiently transpor…

Qilin Wu, Weixin Li, Cheng Gong +3

This study proposes a three-dimensional interpenetrating network of Co-Fe-Mo sulfides anchored on N-enriched porous carbon/graphene oxide nanosheets for enhanced oxygen evolution reaction (OER). The catalyst design aims to improve efficienc…

N Li, Jie Yang, B Zhang +4

This study develops a FeCoNiS/SNC/NF catalyst with an integrated sulfide/carbon architecture, demonstrating high electrocatalytic performance and durability for hydrogen generation from alkaline and seawater, offering a promising approach f…

Nelson de Jesús López Acopa, C.E. Santolalla-Vargas, María Patricia Torres-Magaña +7

This study evaluates biomass-derived activated carbons from cocoa pod husk, watermelon peel, and pineapple crown for COD removal from real eutrophic lagoon water. Despite low BET surface areas, adsorption performance is governed by pore arc…

Zhaohui Hao, Yashuo Liu

Using panel data for 288 Chinese cities from 2013 to 2022, this study finds that the digital economy significantly reduces urban carbon emission intensity. Mechanism analysis reveals industrial structure upgrading and rationalization as key…

Yuwan Malakar, Kerryn Brent, Talia Jeanneret +3

This paper compares stakeholder expectations for marine- and land-based carbon dioxide removal (ocean alkalinity enhancement and mineral carbonation) using Australia as a case study. Using Q methodology, it finds that scientific rigor and e…

Dong Boi Giang Phan, Thi Man Le, Ngọc Ngân Hà Trần +3

This paper qualitatively explores the potential of integrating carbon credits into CSR in the Vietnamese market. Through semi-structured interviews, it identifies four drivers: environmental performance, regulatory influence, financial moti…

Valquíria Maria de Carvalho Aguiar, Rodrigo Coutinho Abuchacra, Beatriz Freitas dos Santos Gonçalves +6

This study monitored bioremediation using effective microorganisms (EM) in the eutrophic Maricá Lagoon, Brazil from 2020 to 2023. Indicators such as dissolved inorganic nitrogen, chlorophyll-a, and total organic carbon improved, and the Tro…

Xiaohe Liang, Jiayu Zhuang, J Liu +2

This study analyzes 1198 articles on nature-based solutions (NbS) in sustainable agriculture using Structural Topic Modeling, identifying ten latent topics. It maps these onto four exploratory scenarios—Green Regulation, Engineered Ecotopia…

Izaskun Gomez de Salazar, Itzíar Aguado Moralejo

This study compares academic definitions of nature-based solutions (NbS) with practitioner perspectives, identifying four approaches (eco-technocratic, holistic, anthropocentric, biocentric). Practice is dominated by eco-technocratic views,…

Chunquan Li, Chenguang Qian, Q Zhang +4

This study presents in-situ synthesis of carbon-modified NaA zeolite from coal gangue, achieving high CO2 capture performance. It offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly approach for carbon capture, utilizing mining waste as a …

Mohamed Essalhi, Rawan A. Al Qahtani, Aasif Helal +5

This study reports the postsynthetic functionalization of a covalent organic framework (COF) with amine groups for direct air capture (DAC) of CO2. The amine-appended COF (V-COF-tris) shows enhanced CO2 uptake (1.80 mmol/g at 298 K, 100 kPa…

Wentan Wang, Haoran Cheng, Jiangtao Wen +5

This study develops a life-cycle techno-economic analysis and optimization framework for hybrid deep ground source heat pump systems. It couples a heat transfer model with economic evaluation and Bayesian optimization. Applied to a case in …

Feng Sun, Hongzhi Zhang, Runsheng Lin +2

This paper proposes an optimization framework for low-carbon cementitious systems using slag and fly ash, balancing CO2 emissions and carbonation durability. It develops a climate-adaptive design method for construction materials, offering …

Hongzhi Zhang, Qi Li, Jie Yang +5

This study develops a low-carbon engineered supersulfated cement composite using industrial by-products and Yellow River sediment. The optimal mix achieves comparable compressive strength to conventional ECC while increasing tensile strain …

Sushovan Chatterjee

This paper explores solar drying for low-emission agri-food systems, linking post-harvest management with carbon and nitrogen dynamics. It examines the potential of renewable energy-based drying to reduce GHG emissions in agriculture.

Gan Cheng, Penghao Gao, Ruiwen Guo +4

This study proposes a method using CO2 bubbles to regulate phase interfacial properties, enhancing flotation recovery of carbon from low-rank coal. The technique has potential to improve coal processing efficiency.

Jaya Verma, Varshika Singh, Jiqiang Wang +4

This review examines recent advances in antimicrobial and self-cleaning coatings for building engineering, focusing on their relevance for maintenance decarbonization. It covers fundamental mechanisms, emerging material systems, fabrication…

Iman Faridmehr, Mehdi Nikoo, Mohammad Ali Sahraei +1

This paper presents the EcoStruct platform, a digital workflow for low-carbon concrete mix design that integrates international standards. It covers all steps from project definition to reporting. A precast tunnel-lining segment case study …

Guoqing Zhai, Heyu Qi

This study employs panel data from 30 Chinese provinces (2015-2024) to measure green finance development using the entropy-weighting method and examines influencing factors using fixed-effects models. Environmental regulation intensity is f…