Energy Research Institute

Climate change exposure and firm value in China: evidence consistent with a discount-rate interpretation

This paper examines the relationship between firm-level climate change exposure and firm value in China. Using A-share listed firms from 2002 to 2020 and a disclosure-based measure of perceived climate change exposure, we find a significant negative association between climate ch...

Thermal regulation of monocrystalline and polycrystalline photovoltaic panels using phase change material for high temperature applications

Thermal regulation of photovoltaic (PV) panels is essential, as electrical efficiency decreases with increasing operating temperature. However, the electrical efficiency of these panels still no reach to maximum level, and authors have investigated various fluids and materials fo...

Study on Fracture Propagation Behavior of Composite Directional Fracturing with Prefabricated Crack and Control Holes in Coal Seams

In order to achieve the goal of changing the direction of cracks and actively relieving pressure to increase permeability in local areas, and to prevent excessive stress concentration and areas with poor anti reflection effect in coal seams, this paper proposes a method of coordi...

Scaling up fabrication of thin-film nanocomposite (TFN) membranes: Methods, challenges, and applications

Abstract Thin-film nanocomposite (TFN) membranes have received significant attention because of their excellent separation performance, structural flexibility, and tunability. As the demand for high-efficiency membrane technologies in industry grows, it becomes imperative to tran...

Three-Dimensional Identification of In Situ and Migrated Organic Matter in Shale Based on Micro-CT

Accurate differentiation of in situ organic matter (IOM) from migrated organic matter (MOM) and their three-dimensional characterization are fundamental for understanding hydrocarbon generation, migration, and accumulation in shale reservoirs. However, conventional micro-computed...