Cosci-Net Zero

Vol.1 2025 - Issue 1

Open Access

27 May 2025

A Necessary and Planned Energy Transition towards Zero-carbon Emissions in Argentina: Challenges and Opportunities

by Mario Orlando Oliveira, Lucas Alejandro Walantus and Diomar Adonis Copetti Lima

Abstract This academic paper explores the necessary energy transition toward zero carbon emissions in Argentina, detailing significant challenges such as dependence on fossil fuels and the need for investment, as well as promising opportunities in renewable energy and economic development. It analyzes Argentina's current energy landscape and discusses key strategies, including public policies, infrastruct [...] Read more.

Open Access

21 May 2025

Stabilising 100% Renewable Grids: The Integrated FIRM Strategy

Abstract The global energy system is undergoing a historic transition. With the escalating impacts of climate change and the rapid decline in the costs of solar and wind technologies, the vision of achieving 100% renewable grids is no longer idealistic but within reach. However, this energy transition presents significant challenges. Unlike conventional fossil fuels, solar and wind energy resources are we [...] Read more.

Open Access

30 April 2025

The Interaction Between Government Policies and Emission Cuts: Evidence from Emerging and Advanced Economies

by Canan Ozkan and Zehra Çavuşoğlu Adıgüzel

Abstract Government policies such as subsidies, environmentally-related research and development expenditures and technological incentives play crucial role in mitigating the implications of climate change. Our study investigates the role of governments in scaling up climate transition in advanced and emerging countries. We employ Panel Augmented Mean Group Estimator to find the long-term relationship bet [...] Read more.

Open Access

23 April 2025

The Application of Digital Technologies in Carbon Emission Reduction in China's Energy and Power Industry

by Huichun Xie and Ying Liu

Abstract This paper examines the role of digital technologies in reducing carbon emissions in China's energy and power industry. Key technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT), big data, Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital twins, and blockchain are applied in power generation, transmission, and carbon capture and storage (CCS) to enhance efficiency and reduce emissions. In power generation, IoT and s [...] Read more.

Open Access

22 February 2025

Biochar-Based Low-Carbon Construction Materials

by Gang Huang, Yuqi Lu, Xinglei Zhao, Atabaev F. Baxtiyarovich, Patryk Oleszczuk, Małgorzata Wiśniewska, Kitae Baek and Lei Wang

Abstract Construction sector is one of the largest contributors of global carbon emissions. To achieve carbon neutrality, it is urgent to promote the low-carbon transformation of the construction sector. Biochar is a typical carbon-negative material that can be used as a supplementary cementitious material or aggregate to reduce the carbon footprint of construction materials and promote cement hydration t [...] Read more.