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Environmental Sciences
Hongda Liu, Abdul Razzaq Khan, Sumaira Aslam, Abdul Khaliq Rasheed, Muhammad Mohsin
Summary: The research reveals that institutional deficiency has a negative impact on electricity reforms, suggesting that the larger the impact of reforms on electricity performance, the higher the institutional efficiency. A series of reform initiatives will improve energy efficiency and per capita electricity access. Despite reforms and regulatory measures, the electricity sector still faces challenges such as energy inefficiency and technological losses.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
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Energy & Fuels
Jeffrey A. A. Bennett, Jonathan D. D. Ogland-Hand, Erin J. J. Middleton, Jessi B. B. Eidbo, Matt Prorok, Brian Ross, Sean Yaw, Richard S. S. Middleton
Summary: Increasing the capacity of wind power is crucial, but faces environmental and social challenges. The study examines the impacts of considering environmental and social factors on wind power and transmission siting. The results show that prioritizing these factors can lead to more transmission deployment and different wind farm sites, but excessive constraints based on them may reduce the available capacity and hinder energy transition.
FRONTIERS IN ENERGY RESEARCH
(2023)
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Thermodynamics
Weiming Chen, Zhenjun Zhang, Kaiyuan Chen
Summary: The power sector plays a crucial role in China's rapid economic growth, but it also has significant carbon emissions and water consumption. The green transformation of this sector has become a priority in provincial economic and environmental policies, yet the complex inter-provincial power sector linkage hinders policy coordination and complementarity. To address this issue, we quantify the economic and environmental impacts of inter-provincial power sector linkage in China and propose differentiated provincial and sectoral policies for a green transformation. Our findings show that industrial provinces face higher economic costs in low-carbon transformation, while emission reduction policies in East and North China can lead to greater water conservation.
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Social Issues
Kai Gao, Ling Wang, Tingting Liu, Huaqing Zhao
Summary: This study examines the impact of management power on corporate green innovation. Based on a survey of listed manufacturing firms in China from 2012 to 2019, the findings reveal a negative and significant relationship between management power and green innovation, particularly in state-owned firms. Furthermore, the research shows that management power inhibits green innovation in state-owned enterprises by reducing innovation inputs. Additionally, the study highlights the negative influence of mixed ownership reforms in state-owned enterprises on management power and green innovation. This research contributes to the existing literature on management power, green innovation, and related areas, and carries important implications for deepening the mixed ownership reform.
TECHNOLOGY IN SOCIETY
(2022)
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Environmental Studies
Amaro Olimpio Pereira Jr, Rafael Cancella Morais, Maira Tavares, Marciano Morozowski Filho, Ricardo C. Furtado, Marcelo G. Furtado, Jose Francisco M. Pessanha
Summary: Optimizing energy models should consider technical-economic, socio-environmental, and institutional aspects to improve sustainability in expansion planning. Renewable power plants contribute more to allocative efficiency than fossil fuel ones in terms of social and environmental aspects.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REVIEW
(2021)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Wen-Kai Zhu, Cheng-yuan Wang, Li-song Wang, Xiao-han Wu, Qiang Yue
Summary: The power industry is crucial for achieving carbon emission peak and carbon neutrality. China's power industry is expected to undergo deep decarbonization and enhanced energy efficiency in the next 40 years, with a transition towards renewable energy generation and higher parameter thermal power plants. The study predicts significant environmental benefits from these adjustments, such as reduced CO2 emissions and savings in coal consumption, while promoting the development of wind and photovoltaic power generation.
SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION
(2022)
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Political Science
Martin B. Carstensen, Vivien A. Schmidt
Summary: Employing a multidimensional conception of power reveals the inadequacy of individual types of power in driving reform within the EU institutional actors. Long-term sustainability of the euro zone hinges on economic and political rebalancing among members, which currently seems distant despite significant reforms post-crisis.
JOURNAL OF EUROPEAN PUBLIC POLICY
(2021)
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Thermodynamics
Mingquan Li, Huiwen Gao, Ahmed Abdulla, Rui Shan, Shuo Gao
Summary: This paper investigates the combined effects of power market reform and carbon pricing in reducing CO2 emissions from China's coal-dominated electric power system. The results show that moderate carbon pricing alone is insufficient to achieve significant emission reductions without concurrent power market reform. Only at carbon prices higher than 300 RMB/TCO2 do emissions begin to decrease appreciably. Geographic disparities emerge among provinces, with Guangdong witnessing the most CO2 emission reduction at high carbon prices. Carbon pricing also dramatically increases total power system costs.
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Energy & Fuels
Oleg Andreev, Oksana Lomakina, Ariadna Aleksandrova
Summary: This study assesses the alternatives to energy carrier diversification in ASEAN countries in order to minimize risks associated with creating an energy portfolio. Using the Shannon-Wiener index, the study evaluates the diversification of energy carriers and proposes scenarios based on increasing the share of renewable energy sources. By assessing deviations from expected results due to increases in renewable energy sources, countries affected by positive and negative deviations were identified.
ENERGY STRATEGY REVIEWS
(2021)
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Environmental Studies
Elena G. Popkova, Aleksei V. Bogoviz, Svetlana V. Lobova, Piper DeLo, Alexander N. Alekseev, Bruno S. Sergi
Summary: The article aims to aid researchers in understanding the overall trends and shifts in exploring a novel sustainable development method for oil and gas (O&G) companies, using the example of Lukoil and Gazprom. It examines the dynamics of Brent prices to recognize the impact of the COVID-19 crisis and sanctions crisis on O&G companies' sustainability. The study combines qualitative information on pandemic models with quantitative dynamics of Brent prices to develop a sustainable development method for O&G companies and suggests potential research directions for AI applications.
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Environmental Sciences
N. Lopez-Herguedas, M. Irazola, I. Alvarez-Mora, G. Orive, U. Lertxundi, M. Olivares, O. Zuloaga, A. Prieto
Summary: Monitoring micropollutants in wastewater provides insights into the consumption patterns and environmental impacts caused by society. This study used a suspect screening approach to detect and identify known and unknown contaminants in wastewater samples from two treatment plants during the COVID-19 lockdown period. The presence of over 80 confirmed contaminants and 47 tentatively identified compounds were found. A prioritization strategy for environmental risk assessment was conducted, and 33 key contaminants were identified based on their concentration, occurrence, and potential toxicity.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
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Economics
Chenxi Xiang, Xinye Zheng, Lunyu Xie
Summary: Challenges and opportunities coexist in achieving carbon neutrality through power sector reform. Three channels through which the reform could affect carbon emissions are identified, based on the ongoing reform in China and generator-level data in 2019. The potential emission reduction and obstacles of each channel are analyzed, and corresponding solutions are proposed. The findings indicate that explicit carbon pricing is essential to offset the rebound effect and realize the emission reduction potentials.
CHINA ECONOMIC REVIEW
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Santosh Ghosh, Vinod Kumar Yadav, Vivekananda Mukherjee, Shubham Gupta
Summary: The Indian state-owned electricity utilities have accumulated significant financial losses, with 80% consistently incurring losses and facing financial unsustainability in the long term. This article critically assesses the impact of three decades of Indian policy reform on improving the techno-commercial performance of these utilities, utilizing data envelopment analysis and Shannon's entropy model to identify inefficiencies and recommend corrective measures.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Oludamilare Bode Adewuyi, Mark Kipngetich Kiptoo, Isaiah Gbadegesin Adebayo, Oluwatobi Idowu Adewuyi, Tomonobu Senjyu
Summary: Despite having one of the largest deposits of natural gas, less than 50% of Nigerians have access to electricity. This study investigates the potential of investing in modern gas-to-power distributed generators to enhance Nigeria's electricity infrastructure and promote environmental sustainability. The results show significant technical, economic, and environmental benefits for investment in natural gas technologies for sustainable energy production.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Ali Q. Al-Shetwi
Summary: This study discusses the role of renewable energy integration in sustainable development, provides an up-to-date review of the integration trends, and analyzes the impact on the environment and adverse effects. It also reviews the challenges in technical and operational aspects, integration policies and standards, environmental concerns, resource selection, and social challenges towards a sustainable electricity future.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Nuraddeen Nasiru Garba, Ahmad Termizi Ramli, Muneer Aziz Saleh, Hamman Tukur Gabdo
HUMAN AND ECOLOGICAL RISK ASSESSMENT
(2019)
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Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Ahmad Hussein Alomari, Muneer Aziz Saleh, Suhairul Hashim, Amal Alsayaheen
JOURNAL OF AFRICAN EARTH SCIENCES
(2019)
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Chemistry, Analytical
Ahmad Hussein Alomari, Muneer Aziz Saleh, Suhairul Hashim, Amal Alsayaheen, Ismael Abdeldin
JOURNAL OF RADIOANALYTICAL AND NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY
(2019)
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Environmental Sciences
Ismael Mohammed Mohammed Saeed, Muneer Aziz Mohammed Saleh, Suhairul Hashim, Younis Mohammed Salih Hama, Khaidzir Hamza, Shwan Hassan Al-Shatri
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES EUROPE
(2020)
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Chemistry, Physical
Ahmad Hussein Alomari, Muneer Aziz Saleh, Suhairul Hashim, Amal Alsayaheen, Ismail Abdeldin, Ahmad Abukashabeh
RADIATION PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY
(2020)
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Nuclear Science & Technology
M. H. A. Mhareb, Y. S. M. Alajerami, Nidal Dwaikat, M. S. Al-Buriahi, Muna Alqahtani, Fatimh Alshahri, Noha Saleh, N. Alonizan, M. A. Saleh, M. Sayyed
Summary: The current study investigated the shielding properties of multi-component borate-based glass series. Seven glass samples were synthesized with varying BaO concentrations, showing that the addition of BaO enhanced the mass attenuation coefficient and specific gamma-ray constants while reducing other shielding parameters. These results suggest the potential use of these glasses in various radiation shielding applications.
NUCLEAR ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Naif Mohammed Al-Hada, Halimah Mohamed Kamari, Muneer Aziz Saleh, Moayad Husein Flaifel, Abbas M. Al-Ghaili, Hairoladenan Kasim, Anwar Ali Baqer, Elias Saion, Wang Jihua
RESULTS IN PHYSICS
(2020)
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Chemistry, Analytical
R. Haruna, M. A. Saleh, S. Hashim, K. Hamzah, J. Zainal, M. S. M. Sanusi
JOURNAL OF RADIOANALYTICAL AND NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY
(2020)
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Environmental Sciences
N. N. Garba, C. M. Odoh, R. Nasiru, M. A. Saleh
Summary: A total of 166 measurements were taken using a handheld radiation meter. The average terrestrial gamma radiation dose rate was found to be 32 nGy h(-1), lower than the world average. Despite illegal mining activities in the area, the radiation exposure level was determined to be normal, posing no immediate radiation effects on humans and their surroundings.
ENVIRONMENTAL EARTH SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Ahmad Hussein Alomari, Muneer Aziz Saleh, Suhairul Hashim, Naif Al-Hada, Ahmad Abukashabeh, Amal Alsayaheen, Morad Hamad
JOURNAL OF RADIOANALYTICAL AND NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY
(2020)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Naif Mohammed Al-Hada, Abbas M. Al-Ghaili, Anwar Ali Baqer, Muneer Aziz Saleh, Hairoladenan Kasim, Elias Saion, Jian Liu, Jihua Wang
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING B-ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL SOLID-STATE MATERIALS
(2020)
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Computer Science, Information Systems
Naif Mohammed Al-Hada, Abbas M. Al-Ghaili, Hairoladenan Kasim, Muneer Aziz Saleh, Elias Saion, Jian Liu, Jihua Wang
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Abbas M. Al-Ghaili, Hairoladenan Kasim, Naif Mohammed Al-Hada, Marini Othman, Muneer Aziz Saleh, Wang Jihua
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Computer Science, Information Systems
Naif Mohammed Al-Hada, Abbas M. Al-Ghaili, Hairoladenan Kasim, Muneer Aziz Saleh, Moayad Husein Flaifel, Halimah Mohamed Kamari, Hussein Baqiah, Jian Liu, Wang Jihua
Review
Computer Science, Information Systems
Abbas M. Al-Ghaili, Hairoladenan Kasim, Naif Mohammed Al-Hada, Marini Othman, Muneer Aziz Saleh
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Thermodynamics
Yong Cheng, Fukai Song, Lei Fu, Saishuai Dai, Zhiming Yuan, Atilla Incecik
Summary: This paper investigates the accessibility of wave energy absorption by a dual-pontoon floating breakwater integrated with hybrid-type wave energy converters (WECs) and proposes a hydraulic-pneumatic complementary energy extraction method. The performance of the system is validated through experiments and comparative analysis.
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Thermodynamics
Jing Gao, Chao Wang, Zhanwu Wang, Jin Lin, Runkai Zhang, Xin Wu, Guangyin Xu, Zhenfeng Wang
Summary: This study aims to establish a new integrated method for biomass cogeneration project site selection, with a focus on the application of the model in Henan Province. By integrating Geographic Information System and Multiple Criterion Decision Making methods, the study conducts site selection in two stages, providing a theoretical reference for the construction of biomass cogeneration projects.
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Thermodynamics
Mert Temiz, Ibrahim Dincer
Summary: The current study presents a hybrid small modular nuclear reactor and solar-based system for sustainable communities, integrating floating and bifacial photovoltaic arrays with a small modular reactor. The system efficiently generates power, hydrogen, ammonia, freshwater, and heat for residential, agricultural, and aquaculture facilities. Thermodynamic analysis shows high energy and exergy efficiencies, as well as large-scale ammonia production meeting the needs of metropolitan areas. The hybridization of nuclear and solar technologies offers advantages of reliability, environmental friendliness, and cost efficiency compared to renewable-alone and fossil-based systems.
Editorial Material
Thermodynamics
Wojciech Stanek, Wojciech Adamczyk
Article
Thermodynamics
Desheng Xu, Yanfeng Li, Tianmei Du, Hua Zhong, Youbo Huang, Lei Li, Xiangling Duanmu
Summary: This study investigates the optimization of hybrid mechanical-natural ventilation for smoke control in complex metro stations. The results show that atrium fires are more significantly impacted by outdoor temperature variations compared to concourse/platform fires. The gathered high-temperature smoke inside the atrium can reach up to 900 K under a 5 MW train fire energy release. The findings provide crucial engineering insights into integrating weather data and adaptable ventilation protocols for smoke prevention/mitigation.
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Thermodynamics
Da Guo, Heping Xie, Mingzhong Gao, Jianan Li, Zhiqiang He, Ling Chen, Cong Li, Le Zhao, Dingming Wang, Yiwei Zhang, Xin Fang, Guikang Liu, Zhongya Zhou, Lin Dai
Summary: This study proposes a new in-situ pressure-preserved coring tool and elaborates its pressure-preserving mechanism. The experimental and field test results demonstrate that this tool has a high pressure-preservation capability and can maintain a stable pressure in deep wells. This study provides a theoretical framework and design standards for the development of similar technologies.
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Thermodynamics
Aolin Lai, Qunwei Wang
Summary: This study assesses the impact of China's de-capacity policy on renewable energy development efficiency (REDE) using the Global-MSBM model and the difference-in-differences method. The findings indicate that the policy significantly enhances REDE, promoting technological advancements and marketization. Moreover, regions with stricter environmental regulations experience a higher impact.
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Thermodynamics
Mostafa Ghasemi, Hegazy Rezk
Summary: This study utilizes fuzzy modeling and optimization to enhance the performance of microbial fuel cells (MFCs). By simulating and analyzing experimental data sets, the ideal parameter values for increasing power density, COD elimination, and coulombic efficiency were determined. The results demonstrate that the fuzzy model and optimization methods can significantly improve the performance of MFCs.
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Thermodynamics
Zhang Ruan, Lianzhong Huang, Kai Wang, Ranqi Ma, Zhongyi Wang, Rui Zhang, Haoyang Zhao, Cong Wang
Summary: This paper proposes a grey box model for fuel consumption prediction of wing-diesel hybrid vessels based on feature construction. By using both parallel and series grey box modeling methods and six machine learning algorithms, twelve combinations of prediction models are established. A feature construction method based on the aerodynamic performance of the wing and the energy relationship of the hybrid system is introduced. The best combination is obtained by considering the root mean square error, and it shows improved accuracy compared to the white box model. The proposed grey box model can accurately predict the daily fuel consumption of wing-diesel hybrid vessels, contributing to operational optimization and the greenization and decarbonization of the shipping industry.
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Thermodynamics
Huayi Chang, Nico Heerink, Junbiao Zhang, Ke He
Summary: This study examines the interaction between off-farm employment decisions between couples and household clean energy consumption in rural China, and finds that two-paycheck households are more likely to consume clean energy. The off-farm employment of women is a key factor driving household clean energy consumption to a higher level, with wage-employed wives having a stronger influence on these decisions than self-employed ones.
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Thermodynamics
Hanguan Wen, Xiufeng Liu, Ming Yang, Bo Lei, Xu Cheng, Zhe Chen
Summary: Demand-side management is crucial to smart energy systems. This paper proposes a data-driven approach to understand the relationship between energy consumption patterns and household characteristics for better DSM services. The proposed method uses a clustering algorithm to generate optimal customer groups for DSM and a deep learning model for training. The model can predict the possibility of DSM membership for a given household. The results demonstrate the usefulness of weekly energy consumption data and household socio-demographic information for distinguishing consumer groups and the potential for targeted DSM strategies.
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Thermodynamics
Xinglan Hou, Xiuping Zhong, Shuaishuai Nie, Yafei Wang, Guigang Tu, Yingrui Ma, Kunyan Liu, Chen Chen
Summary: This study explores the feasibility of utilizing a multi-level horizontal branch well heat recovery system in the Qiabuqia geothermal field. The research systematically investigates the effects of various engineering parameters on production temperature, establishes mathematical models to describe their relationships, and evaluates the economic viability of the system. The findings demonstrate the significant economic feasibility of the multi-level branch well system.
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Thermodynamics
Longxin Zhang, Songtao Wang, Site Hu
Summary: This investigation reveals the influence of tip leakage flow on the modern transonic rotor and finds that the increase of tip clearance size leads to a decline in rotor performance. However, an optimal tip clearance size can extend the rotor's stall margin.
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Thermodynamics
Kristian Gjoka, Behzad Rismanchi, Robert H. Crawford
Summary: This paper proposes a framework for assessing the performance of 5GDHC systems and demonstrates it through a case study in a university campus in Melbourne, Australia. The results show that 5GDHC systems are a cost-effective and environmentally viable solution in mild climates, and their successful implementation in Australia can create new market opportunities and potential adoption in other countries with similar climatic conditions.
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Thermodynamics
Jianwei Li, Guotai Wang, Panpan Yang, Yongshuang Wen, Leian Zhang, Rujun Song, Chengwei Hou
Summary: This study proposes an orientation-adaptive electromagnetic energy harvester by introducing a rotatable bluff body, which allows for self-regulation to cater for changing wind flow direction. Experimental results show that the output power of the energy harvester can be greatly enhanced with increased rotatory inertia of the rotating bluff body, providing a promising solution for harnessing wind-induced vibration energy.
