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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ziyi Li, Jun Li, Huazhen Rong, Jiayu Zuo, Xiong Yang, Yi Xing, Yingshu Liu, Guangshan Zhu, Xiaoqin Zou
Summary: This study reports a method of facilitating SO2/NO2 separation through NO2 dimerization. The NO2 dimerization is triggered by temperature and pressure, resulting in N2O4 with a larger molecular size, which inhibits N2O4 diffusion into the zeolite pore and achieves high separation selectivity. High performance SO2/NO2 separation was achieved on an SSZ-13 zeolite membrane.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Samaher Al-Janabi, Ayad Alkaim, Ehab Al-Janabi, Aseel Aljeboree, M. Mustafa
Summary: The responsibility of upgrading health reality lies with everyone, and the design of a smart system based on modern technologies can help reduce time and effort while making the work environment more efficient and cost-effective. The use of Internet technology and Intelligent Big Data Analysis is essential for constructing an integrated system to predict and monitor air pollution concentrations in real time.
NEURAL COMPUTING & APPLICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Guoying Wang, Shangrong Ma, Xiuli Niu, Xuefu Chen, Fengshuo Liu, Xin Li, Lan Li, Gaofeng Shi, Zhijun Wu
Summary: Research on the sources of HONO in the troposphere remains incomplete, with models failing to accurately predict high levels of fine-particle pollution. Studies demonstrate that at high concentrations, a ratio of 2:1:3:3 of NO2, SO2, H2O, and NH3 can facilitate barrierless reactions for the formation of HONO and NO2-HSO3.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY A
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kevin Emeka Agbo, Christophe Walgraeve, John Ikechukwu Eze, Paulinus Ekene Ugwoke, Pius Oziri Ukoha, Herman Van Langenhove
Summary: In the Nsukka area, the indoor concentrations of NO2, SO2, and ozone are associated with the use of solid fuels and are influenced by seasonal variations affecting both indoor and outdoor environments.
ATMOSPHERIC ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yingshu Liu, Jiayu Zuo, Ziyi Li, Jun Li, Xiaoqin Zou, Xiong Yang, Bentao Yang, Chuanzhao Zhang, Haoyu Wang, David Y. H. Pui, Ralph T. Yang
Summary: This study proposes a membrane separation strategy using chabazite zeolite (SSZ-13) membranes to separate SO2 from NO2, and provides insights into the feasibility and advantages of this process using molecular simulation. The results show that SO2 has a strong competitive adsorption capacity, while NO2 is significantly reduced due to dimerization. Additionally, the study reveals the rapid transport of NO2 and the temperature dependence of SO2 diffusion on SSZ-13.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pratika Chawala, R. Shanmuga Priyan, S. M. Shiva Nagendra
Summary: The Indo-Gangetic Plains (IGP) in India are highly polluted, and understanding the impact of landscape factors on air pollution is crucial for sustainable development. Satellite data analysis from 2005 to 2019 showed an overall increase in aerosol and sulfur dioxide levels, with the lower IGP experiencing the highest rate of enhancement. However, nitrogen dioxide levels decreased after 2012, except in the middle IGP.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hao Zhang, Yong Dong, Yanhua Lai, Hao Zhang, Xinbo Zhang
Summary: The condensation of desulfurized flue gas can create a supersaturated environment to promote the removal efficiency of particles, SO2, and NO2. The increase of the ideal supersaturation degree contributes to the synergistic removal of pollutants, especially particles with smaller radius in the flue gas.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Xiao Yan, Saidatulakmal Mohd
Summary: China has successfully reduced national income inequality, but regional income inequality remains fluctuating. The top 10% and 1% have seen an increase in their pre-tax income shares since 1978, reaching around 40% and 15% respectively in 2015. Meanwhile, the bottom 50% have experienced a decline in their pre-tax income share, falling below that of the top 1% in 2015. This study examines the trends of income inequality from 2000 to 2020 in different regions of China and analyzes the factors influencing it.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sung Gu Kang
Summary: The study explored the adsorption of NO2 and SO2 on MgO/(Mg0.5Ni0.5)O/MgO(1 0 0) and found that it is tunable through applied strain and certain promoters like Ca and Sr. The use of promoters was more effective in enhancing the strength of NO2 and SO2 adsorption compared to strain. The interactions between the adsorbate and the surface were further elucidated through an investigation of the density of states and Bader charge.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yu Wang, Md. Arfan Ali, Muhammad Bilal, Zhongfeng Qiu, Alaa Mhawish, Mansour Almazroui, Shamsuddin Shahid, M. Nazrul Islam, Yuanzhi Zhang, Md. Nazmul Haque
Summary: The study analyzed the spatial distribution and variability of NO2 and SO2 in Jiangsu Province, identifying industry as the dominant pollution source with high levels of pollution, especially in winter. Trends showed decreasing levels of NO2 during strict air pollution control policy periods. Industry was found to be a significant contributor to air pollution in Jiangsu Province.
Article
Plant Sciences
Lichao Huang, David A. Ratkowsky, Cang Hui, Johan Gielis, Meng Lian, Weihao Yao, Qiying Li, Liuyue Zhang, Peijian Shi
Summary: This paper measures the inequality of leaf area distribution per plant (ILAD) by comparing four inequality indices. The results show that these indices are closely related and can be used interchangeably to quantify ILAD.
Article
Economics
Edmond Berisha, Ram Sewak Dubey, Zaman Zamanian
Summary: The study examines the wage disparities between wage groups and race among Black and White full-time workers in the United States. Results show that the wage gap between wage groups prevails significantly over the racial wage gap in explaining overall wage inequality.
APPLIED ECONOMICS LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jing Zhao, Avik Sinha, Nasiru Inuwa, Yihan Wang, Muntasir Murshed, Kashif Raza Abbasi
Summary: This study aims to assess the impacts of structural transformation on inequality in renewable energy productivity across selected OECD countries between 1990 and 2019. The study finds that structural transformation and technological innovation help reduce inequality in renewable energy productivity, while conflicts and economic conflicts generate adverse effects. Policy interventions responsible for the exacerbation of inequality are identified, and a policy framework is provided to help OECD countries achieve the objectives of SDG 7 and SDG 13.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Qiang Wang, Xiaowei Wang
Summary: Despite rapid economic growth in China, inequality in water consumption has not decreased significantly. Intra-regional inequality is greater than inter-regional inequality, with no single dominant factor causing the inequality. Targeted policies and greater efforts are necessary to reduce inequality in water consumption.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Economics
Andrey A. Gnidchenko
Summary: This paper examines the impact of export concentration on economic development and finds that structural transformation is primarily driven by global demand. The ability to upgrade product quality becomes increasingly important in high-income and middle-high-income countries according to the author.
STRUCTURAL CHANGE AND ECONOMIC DYNAMICS
(2021)
Article
Business, Finance
Muhammad Shahbaz, Avik Sinha, Shabbir Ahmad, Zhilun Jiao, Zhaohua Wang
Summary: This study reveals the effects of scale and technique on energy consumption and considers foreign direct investment (FDI) as an important factor in energy demand. The results show that FDI has different effects on scale and technique at different quantiles of energy consumption.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FINANCE & ECONOMICS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Abdulkadir Barut, Mucahit Citil, Zahoor Ahmed, Avik Sinha, Shujaat Abbas
Summary: Logistics is crucial for economic development, with developed countries striving to introduce green logistics to mitigate environmental damages caused by transportation. A comparative panel study reveals that R&D, FDI, portfolio investment, and trade have different impacts on green logistics for G7 and E7 nations. Financial development and economic growth do not significantly influence green logistics. Policy suggestions are made for E7 nations to catch up with G7 in logistics development and for G7 nations to boost green logistics.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Development Studies
Haiying Liu, Muhammad Wasif Zafar, Avik Sinha, Irfan Khan
Summary: Poor environment harms economic growth and well-being by reducing available resources and compromising health. Thus, countries introduce environmental taxes to mitigate environmental degradation caused by economic progress. This study examines the impact of environmental tax, governance, and energy prices on environmental quality in OECD countries from 1996 to 2019, using second-generation econometric methods. The findings demonstrate that environmental tax and governance positively influence environmental quality, while considering the potential income and energy prices effect to prevent omitted variable bias.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Development Studies
Muhammad Ibrahim Shah, Shujaat Abbas, Aminat Olayinka Olohunlana, Avik Sinha
Summary: This study examines the impacts of land use changes, egalitarian democracy, human capital development, and globalization on biodiversity and ecosystem services (BES). The findings show that agricultural expansion and urbanization have negative effects on BES, while forest area has a positive association with BES. Additionally, the study finds that egalitarian democracy, human capital development, and globalization can decrease the loss of BES. Policy recommendations are provided to mitigate the loss of BES, which can serve as a benchmark for policy interventions across countries.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Walid Bakry, Girijasankar Mallik, Xuan-Hoa Nghiem, Avik Sinha, Xuan Vinh Vo
Summary: This paper examines the impact of green finance on environmental performance in developing countries. Using panel cointegration analysis and panel VECM, the study confirms the cointegration between carbon emissions (CO2) and green finance, real GDP, urbanization, and renewable energy in developing economies. The results show that both green finance and renewable energy have significant inhibitory effects on CO2 emissions, highlighting the importance of promoting these factors. The study also finds the existence of the Environmental Kuznets Curve and the increasing effects of urbanization on CO2 emissions. Several policy implications and recommendations are drawn from the study.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jiapeng Dai, Zahoor Ahmed, Avik Sinha, Ugur Korkut Pata, Rafael Alvarado
Summary: Electricity generated from fossil fuels has a negative impact on the environment, thus promoting green electricity is essential for sustainable development. This study investigates the influence of green electricity consumption (GEC), technological innovation (TEI), democracy (DEM), and economic growth (GR) on the ecological footprint (EF), and examines the moderating effects of democracy on EF in six ASEAN nations from 1995 to 2018. The empirical findings demonstrate that renewable electricity, TEI, and DEM contribute to improved ecological quality. Interestingly, democracy not only reduces the level of EF but also enhances the positive effects of technological innovation on environmental quality.
Article
Economics
Muhammad Zubair Chishti, Avik Sinha, Umer Zaman, Umer Shahzad
Summary: The recent progress report on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2022 highlights the existence of a policy gap at the global level in achieving SDG 7. The Energy Transition is identified as a possible means to achieve this objective. However, the geopolitical risks associated with global interconnectedness might impede the energy transition process. Therefore, a policy framework is needed to isolate the impacts of geopolitical risks and maximize the positive impacts of energy transition drivers.
Article
Economics
Avik Sinha, Stelios Bekiros, Nazim Hussain, Duc Khuong Nguyen, Sana Akbar Khan
Summary: This paper proposes a new energy transition index based on the energy ladder hypothesis and develops a policy framework to achieve energy transition considering social imbalances and regulatory effectiveness. The results show that social imbalance dampens the positive impacts of energy transition drivers, while governance quality helps in augmenting those impacts. The findings have important practical implications for the development of SDG-oriented policy framework, particularly in achieving SDG 7 and 13.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nicolas Schneider, Avik Sinha
Summary: Most climate agendas advocate for energy efficiency and a shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy as crucial future policy directions. This study examines macro-energy-emission-output panel assessments and finds that previously estimated carbon response functions have varying shapes, with limited evidence on the impact of development. Through regression equations and mean group estimators, the study analyzes data from countries over five decades, revealing that energy efficiency improvements have a greater negative carbon response compared to shifting from fossil fuels to renewable energy. Additionally, the study shows that developing countries have larger and more significant carbon response coefficients compared to high-income economies, indicating that less energy efficient and "green" economies can benefit from a wider range of carbon abatement policies.
Article
Economics
Avik Sinha, Vinit Ghosh, Nazim Hussain, Duc Khuong Nguyen, Narasingha Das
Summary: This study analyzes the relationship between green finance and renewable energy generation and provides policy recommendations for the USA to achieve its Sustainable Development Goal.
Article
Economics
Daniel Balsalobre-Lorente, Avik Sinha, Muntasir Murshed
Summary: The dependence of the G7 countries on Russian fossil fuels has made them vulnerable to shocks in the Russian economy, such as the recent Russia-Ukraine Conflict. Understanding the impact of this conflict on the Oil and Gas markets of the G7 countries is essential for their sustainable energy future. This study aims to analyze the impact of the conflict on returns on Oil and Gas prices using quantitative methods.
Editorial Material
Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Avik Sinha, Mehmet Akif Destek, Daniel Balsalobre Lorente
Article
Thermodynamics
Qingran Guo, Shujaat Abbas, Hauwah K. K. Abdulkareem, Muhammad Shehu Shuaibu, Khurshid Khudoykulov, Tanaya Saha
Summary: The Sub-Saharan African countries are facing challenges in achieving sustainable development due to the mismatch between energy and climate policies and human development aspects. This study aims to fill this policy gap by integrating human development aspects into the energy and climate policies of these countries. The analysis of renewable and non-renewable energy, as well as natural resources, reveals that renewable energy and natural resources have a positive but insignificant impact on sustainable development, while fossil fuel significantly and negatively affects it.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mehmet Akif Destek, Avik Sinha, Ferda Nakipoglu Ozsoy, Muhammad Wasif Zafar
Summary: It is challenging for emerging economies to achieve the SDGs, thus requiring a comprehensive policy framework. This research aims to assess the proportional impacts of domestic and foreign capital on environmental degradation in NICs. Panel data methodology is used to examine the effects of stock market capitalization, foreign direct investment, economic growth, urbanization, and energy intensity on the ecological footprint from 1991 to 2018. The findings reveal that while domestic capital growth worsens the environment, increasing international capital contributes to preventing environmental degradation. The study outcomes are used to shape a policy framework to address SDG 7, SDG 11, and SDG 13 objectives.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Economics
Abhinav Jindal, Rahul Nilakantan, Avik Sinha
Summary: The Indian power industry is responsible for almost half of India's total CO2 emissions. This study examines the abatement cost of CO2 emissions for the Indian thermal power industry under different policy scenarios and identifies the determinants of these costs. The findings show that the abatement costs range from US$ 46.43-71.11 per ton CO2 and that plant age, location, size, ownership, and CO2 intensity are significant factors affecting these costs. Both emissions reduction only and simultaneous emissions reduction and energy efficiency enhancement scenarios are compatible with meeting the goals of the Paris agreement.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Youjung Jang, Hyejung Hu, Bomi Kim, Younha Kim, Seung-Jick Yoo, Kyungae Jang, Yoon-Kwan Kim, Hyungah Jin, Jung-Hun Woo
Summary: This study quantitatively analyzed the effects of climate and air pollutant reduction policies in Korea, demonstrating that these policies can lead to reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and atmospheric pollutants. The integrated model used in the study provides advantages for evaluating climate and air quality policies, and the findings offer valuable insights and data for policy development and assessment.
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Giuseppe Piras, Fabrizio Pini, Paolo Di Girolamo
Summary: This study assesses the contribution of tires to atmospheric PM10 pollution and finds that tire emissions of PM10 are larger than those from exhaust gases. It suggests the need for specific strategies to reduce tire emissions, such as producing lighter vehicles, using narrower wheels, and promoting public transportation.
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Laura Vallecillos, Rosa Maria Marce, Francesc Borrull
Summary: This study focuses on the implementation of a gas chromatograph-photoionization detection (GC-PID) analyzer for the continuous monitoring of 1,3-butadiene (1,3-BD) levels in urban and industrial atmospheres. The study found that the concentrations of 1,3-BD recorded by the GC-PID analyzer were comparable to those obtained by active sampling, and the concentration peaks showed consistency in values and time slots. In the test of urban atmospheres, the results showed that the concentrations of 1,3-BD were related to prevailing wind direction and activities in the petrochemical zone, while other factors had minor effects on the distribution of this pollutant.
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ajay Kumar, Arun K. Attri
Summary: This study investigated the temporal profile and composition of PM10 over a 14-month period, and found significant variations between different seasons. The highest concentrations of PM10 were observed in summer and winter, exceeding the national limits. Water-soluble ionic species and n-alkanes contributed to the PM10 mass, with the highest concentration in winter and the lowest in the monsoon season. The ion balance study revealed a strong correlation between anion and cation charge equivalents, indicating their main contribution to PM10. The main sources of PM10 components were identified using statistical correlation, regression, and principal component analysis.
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jenny Martinez, Yris Olaya Morales, Prashant Kumar
Summary: The impact of bicycle lane designs on cyclist exposure to air pollution is a significant concern. This study found that in the city of Medellin, Colombia, the sections without dedicated bicycle lanes had the highest PM2.5 exposure and inhaled dose. Cyclists had higher PM2.5 exposure and inhaled dose during morning peak hours compared to evening peak and off-peak hours. Segregated cycling lanes on the sidewalk can considerably lower PM2.5 exposure and inhaled doses for cyclists.
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ying Xu, Qingyang Liu, James J. Schauer
Summary: In this study, a quantitative method using dual-wavelength ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy and Raman spectroscopy was developed to analyze carbon black with amorphous structures and ordering in a graphene sheet. Water extracts of carbon black showed high oxidative potential, and the presence of water-soluble ions enhanced its oxidative potential. These findings can help mitigate health risks associated with nano-carbon black emissions.
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhongmin Zhu, Hui Li, Shumin Fan, Wenfa Xu, Ruimin Fang, Boming Liu, Wei Gong
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between temperature inversions (TI) and aerosol vertical distribution in China. The results show that TI frequency, inversion strength (Delta T), and TI height (TIH) exhibit similar seasonal patterns across different regions in China. NC has a significantly higher TI frequency during summer, possibly due to the heating effect of black carbon aerosol. Aerosol optical depth (AOD) above the TIH is higher in spring and summer, indicating the presence of aerosol high-level transport over mainland China during these seasons. The study also finds that a strong inversion can suppress surface aerosols below the TI, but in regions with strong atmospheric stability, aerosols tend to accumulate above the TIH. These findings are valuable for understanding aerosol transport.
ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2024)
