Locating carbon neutral mobility hubs using artificial intelligence techniques by Bencekri, M, Kim, S, Fan, YV, Lee, S

“…This research proposes a novel, three-tier AI-based scheme for the allocation of carbon–neutral mobility hubs. Initially, it identified optimal sites using a genetic algorithm, which optimized travel times and achieved a high fitness value of 77,000,000. …”

Pathways to achieving nature-positive and carbon–neutral land use and food systems in Wales by Jones, SM, Smith, AC, Leach, N, Henrys, P, Atkinson, PM, Harrison, PA

“…The results demonstrate that alternative approaches to achieving nature-positive and carbon–neutral land use and food systems may be possible, but they come with stringent and transformative requirements for policy changes, with an integrated approach necessary to maximise benefits for climate, food and nature.…”

The development of a methodology to approach carbon neutrality using temperate and tropical climates as case studies by Alkiviades, A

“…The annual demand is 1.5 GWh_e and can achieve carbon neutrality at a cost of $ 582,000 per year with a supply mix comprised of 1710 kW_e PV and 6500 kWh_e lead-acid battery storage. …”

Energy Storage via Carbon-Neutral Fuels Made From CO2, Water, and Renewable Energy by Pearson, R, Eisaman, MD, Turner, J, Edwards, P, Jiang, Z, Kuznetsov, V, Littau, K, Di Marco, L, Taylor, S

“…If CO 2 is taken from the atmosphere, a closed-loop production process for carbon-neutral fuels is possible providing an energy-dense and easily distributed storage medium for renewable energy. …”

Rationale for a climate club embedded in Article 6 of the Paris Agreement: A pathway to carbon neutrality by Stua, M, Nolden, C, Coulon, M

“…Recent times have witnessed an increasing number of countries and private firms pledging carbon neutrality by mid-century. Whilst representing a significant improvement in intentions to tackle climate change, such pledges lack substance and structure. …”

Towards carbon neutrality and China's 14th Five-Year Plan: Clean energy transition, sustainable urban development, and investment priorities by Hepburn, C, Qi, Y, Stern, N, Ward, B, Xie, C, Zenghelis, D

“…China's recent commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2060 has set a clear direction for its economy, but requires ratcheting up ambition on its near-term climate policy. …”

Climate clubs embedded in Article 6 of the Paris Agreement by Stua, M, Nolden, C, Coulon, M

“…Recent times have witnessed an increasing number of countries and private firms pledging carbon neutrality by mid-century. Whilst representing a significant improvement in intentions to tackle climate change, such pledges lack substance and structure. …”

China and climate change: just transition and social inclusion by Yang, L, Walker, R

“…China aims to transition from a carbon‐intensive economy to carbon neutrality before 2060. Although climate change policies commenced in 2007, this goal remains extremely challenging. …”

Electricity climate-compatibility index: measuring global progress towards decarbonising the power sector by Alotaiq, A, Collett, K, Fofrich, R, Wallom, D, McCulloch, M

“…Net anthropogenic carbon dioxide emissions (CO2) must approach zero by mid-century to stabilise the mean temperature to well below 2°C. Pursuing carbon neutrality will require immediate action if we are to avoid the economic risks associated with a delayed, more abrupt energy transition. …”

Hydrogenolysis of ethylene glycol to methanol over modified RANEY® catalysts. by Wu, C, Qu, J, Elliott, J, Yu, K, Tsang, S

“…There is tremendous growing interest in utilizing biomass molecules for energy provision due to their carbon neutrality. Here, we employ ethylene glycol as a model compound for catalytic activation, which represents a basic unit for complex carbohydrate molecules (polyols). …”

The role of municipal ownership for urban net-zero path creation by Sugar, K

“…Particularly within recent years, the rising number of city actors worldwide declaring climate emergencies and pledging commitments to carbon neutrality has sparked a spatial turn in broader sustainable transition thinking, noting the importance of the local level for governing sustainable transitions. …”

Direct and indirect electrification of chemical industry using methanol production as a case study by Chen, C, Lu, Y, Banares-Alcantara, R

“…At approximately 88% of renewable penetration, carbon neutrality is achieved in the indirectly electrified process. …”

Development of novel photocatalytic overall water splitting systems at elevated temperatures for efficient hydrogen evolution by Li, Y

“…<p>Environmental and energy issues have become one of the most important issues that human beings are facing, and carbon neutrality is a communal target worldwide nowadays. …”

Tropical and boreal forest – atmosphere interactions: A review by Artaxo, P, Hansson, H-C, Andreae, MO, Bäck, J, Alves, EG, Barbosa, HMJ, Bender, F, Bourtsoukidis, E, Carbone, S, Chi, J, Decesari, S, Despres, VR, Ditas, F, Ezhova, E, Fuzzi, S, Hasselquist, NJ, Heintzenberg, J, Holanda, BA, Guenther, A, Hakolal, H, Heikkinen, L, Kerminen, V-M, Kontkananen, J, Krejci, R, Kulmala, M, Lavric, JV, de Leeuw, G, Lehtipalo, K, Machado, LAT, McFiggans, G, Franco, MAM, Meller, BB, Morais, FG, Mohr, C, Morgan, W, Nilsson, MB, Peichl, M, Petäjä, T, Praß, M, Pöhlker, C, Pöhlker, ML, Pöschl, U, von Randow, C, Riipinen, I, Rinner, J, Rizzo, LV, Rosenfeld, D, Silva Dias, MAF, Sogecheva, L, Stier, P, Et al.

“…Observations and modeling studies show that climate change and deforestation affect the ecosystems such that the carbon and hydrological cycles in Amazonia are changing to carbon neutrality and affect precipitation downwind. In Africa, the tropical forests are so far maintaining their carbon sink. …”

A non-syn-gas catalytic route to methanol production by Wu, CT

“…There is a tremendous growing interest in utilising biomass molecules for energy provision due to their carbon neutrality. Lower alcohols such as methanol and ethanol if produced from biomass as transportation fuels as well as platform chemicals, can become strategically important for many energy/chemically starved countries. …”

Masdar City: ‘City of Possibilities’ by Griffiths, S

“…In 2006, the government of Abu Dhabi announced that it intended to spend $22 billion with the aim of becoming a leader in renewable energy; a key part of this plan was to build a new carbon-neutral, zero-waste city from the ground up to demonstrate state-of-the-art sustainable city design. …”

The position of ammonia in decarbonising maritime industry: an overview and perspectives: Part I : technological advantages and the momentum towards ammonia-propelled shipping by Tsang, SCE, Ayvali, T, Van Vrijaldenhoven, T

“…Alternatively, an energy-carrier such as ammonia with its carbon neutral chemical formula, high energy density and established production, transportation and storage infrastructure could provide a practical short-term next generation power solution for maritime industry. …”

To ban or not to ban carbon-intensive materials: a legal and administrative assessment of product carbon requirements by Gerres, T, Haussner, M, Neuhoff, K, Pirlot, A

“…The announcement of such requirements would send a signal to producers, financing institutions and other relevant stakeholders, thus incentivizing them to prepare for the shift to a carbon-neutral society. This article analyses several European environmental standards and technical regulations to offer insights into the political, legal and technical background for the adoption of PCRs. …”

Policy recommendations for increasing ecosystem services from trees in agricultural landscapes by Cardenas, M, Crockatt, M, van Noordwijk, T

“…Planting more trees on farms can address multiple policy goals, including the UK’s aim to become carbon neutral by 2050 and the overhaul of the UK agricultural policies to a better, fairer and sustainable farming system. …”

Effect of ultraviolet radiation on organic photovoltaic materials and devices by Patel, J, Tiwana, P, Seidler, N, Morse, G, Lozman, O, Johnston, M, Herz, L

“…Organic photovoltaics are a sustainable and cost-effective power-generation technology that may aid the move to zero-emission buildings, carbon neutral cities, and electric vehicles. While state-of-the-art organic photovoltaic devices can be encapsulated to withstand air and moisture, they are currently still susceptible to light-induced degradation, leading to a decline in the long-term efficiency of the devices. …”