GX & Decarbonization Research

Chengji Liang, Yantao Li, Jianquan Guo

This paper analyzes the effect of green technology innovation on low-carbon transformation in the logistics industry using panel data and machine learning. Findings indicate that specific technologies significantly contribute to emissions r…

Naifu Deng, Qinglong Zhang, K E Yang

This paper provides a dataset and code demonstrating that concentrated carbon debt from hydropower reservoirs reduces the climate benefits of hydropower as grid decarbonization advances. It highlights that carbon debt, including methane emi…

Shasha Tian, Gengyu Gao, Yihui Ding +2

This paper proposes an integrated methodological framework for assessing low-carbon development pathways in ASEAN countries. It considers interactions among energy systems, economy, and environment to evaluate decarbonization scenarios up t…

Xueying Lin, Qinqin Zheng

This study analyzes the impact of low-carbon specialization strategies on corporate carbon performance. Empirically examines how strategic focus on decarbonization translates into emission reduction outcomes. Findings suggest that low-carbo…

Weibo Jin, Mengting Zhang, Shuangying Wang - +1

Using panel data of Chinese listed carbon-intensive firms (2013-2023), this study shows that smart city and low-carbon city pilots significantly reduce CO2 emissions and intensity through improving eco-finance and innovation coupling. The p…

Fatin Shahariar, Md Fahim Iftikhar

This study assesses blue carbon stocks in the marine ecosystems of St. Martin's Island in the Bay of Bengal. It quantifies carbon sequestration potential and explores pathways to carbon neutrality. Findings contribute to understanding coast…

Jingnan Zhang

This paper analyzes Tongji University's 'Climate Change and Carbon Neutrality' micro-major, focusing on talent training objectives, curriculum structure, and implementation mechanisms. It finds a joint training model by three universities, …

Mohammad Ahmad Hussein Khataybeh, Alpay Akgüç, Dilek Yaşar

This study assesses the energy and carbon implications of integrating a windcatcher into a high-thermal-mass courtyard house in a hot-arid climate. Using EnergyPlus and CFD, scenarios varied operation, geometry, and materials. Results showe…

Zedi Wang, Xiao Wang, Xifeng Guo +1

This paper proposes a fuzzy planning model for multi-energy systems with hydrogen production, considering source-load uncertainties and collaborative trading of carbon emission allowances and green certificates. Case studies on combined pow…

Sina Behzadifard, Matin Mohaghegh, Pär Åhlström

This paper investigates configurational pathways of environmental purchasing practices to achieve Scope 3 emission reduction in supply chains. It analyzes how integrating sustainability into procurement processes contributes to emission red…

Thanh Tung Bui, Luu Tien Dung

This paper analyzes spatial grid constraints, financing risk, and social-cost-adjusted generation costs in Vietnam's power transition, offering insights for policy and investment decisions.

Judith Tyson, Arka Chanda

This policy brief synthesizes findings on just transition finance, highlighting the lack of a robust business case as a key gap. It calls for policy leadership to set baselines and expectations, and provides recommendations for policymakers…

Mohsin Khan¹, Wendy Ashurst²

This paper proposes an AI-enhanced governance framework to improve ESG reporting integrity. It balances algorithmic detection with human judgment in a sector-specific manner, aiming to reduce greenwashing and enhance disclosure quality.

Danijela Ćirić Lalić, Uglješa Marjanović, Bojan Lalic +1

This paper explores the intersection of ESG and project society, proposing LPA (Life Project Assessment) as the microfoundation of sustainability reporting capacity. It analyzes the micro-level mechanisms of reporting capacity formation, pr…

Youde Yang, Bakr Al-Gamrh, Fei Jinhua +1

This study examines how competitor transparency in ESG reporting disciplines firms' own disclosure behavior. It suggests that higher competitor transparency promotes better ESG disclosure. Empirical analysis reveals the mechanism through wh…

Franziska Hittmair, Srimayi Tenali, Narae Lee +5

This paper reviews the latest research on corporate decarbonization, focusing on the gap between setting targets and implementing actions. It provides insights into effective strategies for firms to achieve their climate goals.

Dr. Özge TENLİK

This paper proposes an integrated framework embedding zero waste and circular economy strategies into sustainable urban policies, linking international climate commitments (Paris Agreement, SDGs) to local action. It emphasizes multi-level g…

Svіatoslav Knіaz, Vasyl Brych, Неллі Георгіаді +6

This study examines the impact of renewable energy development on environmental security and climate resilience in Ukraine (2021-2025). Using indicator-based assessment, time-series analysis, and econometric modeling, it finds that increasi…

Clément Bamogo, Mustapha Oudani, Amine Belhadi +2

This paper proposes a two-stage stochastic optimization model for fertilizer planning that supports the transition to low-emission fertilizers under cap-and-trade regulation. A reinforcement Q-learning-enhanced variable neighborhood search …

Aldrin Yohel García-Juárez, Alan de Jesús Jiménez-Velázquez, Adán Acosta-Banda

This study analyzes social and environmental perceptions of a proposed mini-hydro plant in Oaxaca, Mexico. Using surveys and interviews with 141 residents, it finds limited technical knowledge of renewable energy but generally positive atti…