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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
F. Yang, J. C. Meerman, A. P. C. Faaij
Summary: The research indicates that implementing CO2 capture and biomass utilization measures can achieve CO2 emissions reduction and net negative emissions in the industrial sector. There are variations in emission reduction potential and implementation methods across different industries, but significant emission reductions are expected to be achieved in the coming decades.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Yuhang Yang, Lei Zhang, Yuxing Yuan, Jingchao Sun, Zichang Che, Ziyang Qiu, Tao Du, Hongming Na, Shuai Che
Summary: This paper focuses on the iron and steel manufacturing process and establishes a multi-objective optimization model considering carbon price. The optimization results show that the production cost, CO2 emission, and energy consumption can be reduced through optimization. The study finds that the ironmaking and steelmaking processes have a significant impact on these three indicators, while ore blending and coal blending have a greater influence on production cost but a smaller effect on energy consumption and CO2 emission.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
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Environmental Studies
Bingying Lan, Ke Dong, Li Li, Yalin Lei, Sanmang Wu, Ershi Hua, Ruyi Sun
Summary: In the context of the dual carbon goal, the governance of CO2 emissions in Shandong's iron and steel industry is crucial. This study analyzed the CO2 emissions data from 14 cities in Shandong province and constructed indicators to measure the efficiency and equity of CO2 emissions. The results indicate that the overall CO2 emissions show high equity but low efficiency.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jialin Shen, Qi Zhang, Lisong Xu, Shuoshuo Tian, Peng Wang
Summary: This study examines the potential CO2 emission pathways of China's iron and steel industry under the Paris Agreement framework, proposing four scenarios and emphasizing the need for radical decarbonization to achieve targets. The analysis identifies key factors for carbon neutrality in steel production, establishes a CO2 emission evaluation indicator system, discusses the cost-effectiveness of low-carbon technologies, and explores potential barriers and strategies for hydrogen steelmaking, CCS, and electricity generation structure revolution in the iron and steel industry.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
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Energy & Fuels
Chinedu Maureen Nwachukwu, Chuan Wang, Elisabeth Wetterlund
Summary: This study examines the feasibility of using forest biomass in iron and steel production to reduce CO2 emissions, and through a spatially explicit cost optimization model, it is found that maximizing the use of biomass-based products can result in a 43% reduction in CO2 emissions. Additionally, results suggest that increasing biomass utilization through substitution targets is more effective than carbon pricing policy.
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Thermodynamics
Ilman Nuran Zaini, Anissa Nurdiawati, Joel Gustavsson, Wenjing Wei, Henrik Thunman, Rutger Gyllenram, Peter Samuelsson, Weihong Yang
Summary: Bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) in iron and steel production has the potential to significantly reduce CO2 emissions and achieve carbon-negative steel production. Process simulation work evaluating different scenarios, including biomass gasification, direct reduced iron (DRI) shaft furnace, and carbon capture and storage, showed that the proposed biosyngas DRI route has comparable energy demand to established coal and natural gas DRI routes, and can capture 0.65-1.13 tons of CO2 per ton of DRI, indicating a promising pathway to carbon-negative steel production.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Sirintip Juntueng, Sirintornthep Towprayoon, Siriluk Chiarakorn
Summary: The master plan of energy management for the Thailand iron and steel industry proposed by ISIT includes three scenarios, with a focus on energy reduction and CO2 emission reduction potential in 2030. The study also examines the CO2 abatement cost curve and sensitivity to interest rate changes. By following the baseline scenario, significant potential for energy and CO2 reduction is identified, with the traditional integrated BF-BOF route showing the highest savings. Sensitivity analysis shows that interest rate fluctuations can impact abatement costs.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2021)
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Energy & Fuels
Abishek Kasturi, Sotira Yiacoumi, Matthew Langholtz, Joanna McFarlane, Ingrid Busch, Michael Hilliard, Costas Tsouris
Summary: BECCS can generate electricity at competitive costs and reduce emissions while removing CO2. By 2035, approximately 73% of coal power plants in the U.S. are expected to retire.
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Agricultural Engineering
Junhui Hu, Eirik Ogner Jastad, Torjus Folsland Bolkesj, Per Kristian Rorstad
Summary: This study examines the effects of large-scale Bio-CCS deployment on forest-based biofuel, kraft pulp, and district heating production, particularly focusing on biomass competition. The findings indicate that biofuel production increases as carbon dioxide prices rise, with various technologies demonstrating profitability at different price levels. Moreover, the deployment of Bio-CCS in kraft pulp mills and biofuel plants increases the demand for pulpwood, while district heating remains unaffected. This approach provides valuable insights for forest-based economies.
BIOMASS & BIOENERGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ruochong Xu, Dan Tong, Steven J. Davis, Xinying Qin, Jing Cheng, Qinren Shi, Yang Liu, Cuihong Chen, Liu Yan, Xizhe Yan, Huaxuan Wang, Dongsheng Zheng, Kebin He, Qiang Zhang
Summary: The critical role of the iron and steel industry in decarbonizing global energy systems requires refined strategies for climate mitigation. Using a newly developed database, this study explores the differences in age-to-capacity ratio and emissions intensity of individual steelmaking plants worldwide. By targeting specific proportions of plants, regional cost-effective decarbonization strategies are customized. The findings indicate that emissions intensity is a more effective indicator for targeted decarbonization in developing regions, while age-to-capacity ratio is more relevant in developed countries. Transformation towards secondary steelmaking is generally more cost-effective than efficiency improvement, with some regional priorities. This study emphasizes the importance of region-specific indicators and strategies in mitigating steel-related CO2 emissions.
NATURE CLIMATE CHANGE
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Hanxin Zhang, Wenqiang Sun, Weidong Li, Guangyu Ma
Summary: Accurate carbon accounting is crucial for energy-intensive industries like iron and steel in achieving carbon neutrality. This paper proposes the innovative use of a 'hub' concept for carbon flow tracing and accounting, exploring the impact of material and energy flows on carbon emissions and providing pathways for deep low-carbon transition in the industry.
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Environmental Sciences
Yanmin Shao, Junlong Li, Xueli Zhang
Summary: This study analyzes the impact of financial development on the carbon dioxide emissions of the iron and steel industry from a global perspective. The empirical results show that an improved level of financial development can reduce CO2 emissions in the steel sector, with a more significant effect in developed countries compared to developing countries. The study also finds evidence supporting the environmental Kuznets curve hypothesis in the iron and steel industry.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
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Economics
Adrian Lefvert, Stefan Gronkvist
Summary: BECCS is a useful and cost-effective climate change mitigation tool that relies on economic incentives. This article questions the ongoing discussion about the use of biomass for BECCS, highlighting the contradiction between guidelines and certification frameworks that may unnecessarily hinder its deployment.
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Thermodynamics
Guoqiang Wei, Lifang Deng, Haoran Yuan, Xixian Yang, Zhen Huang, Anqing Zheng, Li Xu
Summary: Under the background of fossil fuel consumption and global climate change, an enhanced chemical looping gasification of biomass coupled with CO2 splitting (CLGCS) was proposed using Fe-based mixed oxygen carriers (OCs). The experimental results showed that the NiO modified sample exhibited excellent reaction behavior in CLGCS.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2022)
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Engineering, Environmental
Jinjian Zhang, Huizhong Shen, Yilin Chen, Jing Meng, Jin Li, Jinling He, Peng Guo, Rong Dai, Yuanzheng Zhang, Ruibin Xu, Jinghang Wang, Shuxiu Zheng, Tianyang Lei, Guofeng Shen, Chen Wang, Jianhuai Ye, Lei Zhu, Haitong Zhe Sun, Tzung-May Fu, Xin Yang, Dabo Guan, Shu Tao
Summary: The iron and steel industry is significant for socio-economic progress but also contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of global emissions from the industry over the past 60 years and predicts future trends up to 2050. The findings highlight the different trends for various pollutants, such as a consistent decrease in PM2.5 emissions from 1970 to 2000 and recent declines in NOx and SO2 emissions due to stricter controls. Projections suggest that developing nations (excluding China) will contribute a larger share of global PM2.5 emissions by 2050.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
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Energy & Fuels
Anna K. Hailey, Johannes C. Meerman, Eric D. Larson, Yueh-Lin Loo
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Chemistry, Physical
Johannes C. Meerman, Eric D. Larson
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY & FUELS
(2017)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Niels Berghout, Hans Meerman, Machteld van den Broek, Andre Faaij
Article
Thermodynamics
Jinrui Zhang, Hans Meerman, Rene Benders, Andre Faaij
Article
Energy & Fuels
Eric D. Larson, Thomas G. Kreutz, Chris Greig, Robert H. Williams, Tim Rooney, Edward Gray, Cristina Elsido, Emanuele Martelli, Johannes C. Meerman
Review
Thermodynamics
Jinrui Zhang, Hans Meerman, Rene Benders, Andre Faaij
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2020)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Edgar Yanez, Hans Meerman, Andrea Ramirez, Edgar Castillo, Andre Faaij
Summary: This study evaluates the CO2 mitigation potential of various bio-oil co-processing pathways in an oil refinery. Results show that up to 15% of the fossil-fuel output in the refinery could be replaced by biofuel, resulting in a reduction in CO2 emissions from 33% to 84%, with production costs ranging from 17 to 31euro/GJ.
BIOFUELS BIOPRODUCTS & BIOREFINING-BIOFPR
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Jinrui Zhang, Hans Meerman, Rene Benders, Andre Faaij
Summary: This study evaluated the techno-economic performance and life cycle greenhouse gas emissions of various liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply chains in China, finding that natural gas with full cryogenic carbon dioxide capture is the most beneficial pathway for avoiding GHG emissions and costs. Hydrogen pathways require technology maturity and cost reductions to become attractive.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Srinivasan Santhakumar, Hans Meerman, Andre Faaij
Summary: This article reviews the application of experience curves in energy technology studies and highlights best practices for analyzing technological learning. It emphasizes the importance of considering the limitations and data requirements of experience curve approach when evaluating future performance projections of offshore energy technologies. It suggests overcoming these limitations by using detailed engineering cost modeling and technology diffusion curves.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
F. Yang, J. C. Meerman, A. P. C. Faaij
Summary: The research indicates that implementing CO2 capture and biomass utilization measures can achieve CO2 emissions reduction and net negative emissions in the industrial sector. There are variations in emission reduction potential and implementation methods across different industries, but significant emission reductions are expected to be achieved in the coming decades.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jinrui Zhang, Hans Meerman, Rene Benders, Andre Faaij
Summary: The study found that from 2020 to 2050, China's NG infrastructure has the potential to provide low-carbon gases, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing China's short-term and long-term gas supply independence.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Edgar Yanez, Hans Meerman, Andrea Ramirez, Edgar Castillo, Andre Faaij
Summary: The oil and gas industry plays a significant role in global CO2 emissions, and this study assesses the CO2 mitigation potential of a complex refinery. The research identifies various measures, with bio-oil co-processing as the main option, to achieve different emission reduction targets.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Fan Yang, Hans Meerman, Zhenhua Zhang, Jianrong Jiang, Andre Faaij
Summary: This study evaluates and compares the techno-economic performance and CO2 equivalent (CO2eq) reduction potential of bio-based aromatic production cases with and without CO2 capture and storage (CCS) to those of fossil-based aromatic production. The results indicate that bio-based aromatics production, with the presence of CCS, can have negative emissions and lower avoidance costs, making it an attractive option to address future aromatic production shortages.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
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Business
Srinivasan Santhakumar, Gavin Smart, Miriam Noonan, Hans Meerman, Andre Faaij
Summary: Offshore wind is a rapidly growing low-carbon energy technology with fluctuating technology costs. This study used three quantitative methodologies to analyze the progress of offshore wind technology in the EU and UK, and examined the factors influencing cost development. The results showed that in the early stages, an increase in specific capital expenditure led to higher average generation costs, while in the upscaling and growth stage, a decrease in specific capital expenditure resulted in significant cost reductions. Recent cost declines were attributed to improved financing conditions, increased capacity factors, and decreased technology costs.
TECHNOLOGICAL FORECASTING AND SOCIAL CHANGE
(2022)