Reports
Electric Vehicle Demand Incentives in India: The FAME II Scheme and Considerations for a Potential Next Phase
2024
Author(s): Kohli S
This study offers insights on the second phase of Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (FAME), India’s flagship electric vehicle (EV) promotion program, and presents policy considerations for future demand incentives and other government support for EV adoption.
Toward Greener and More Sustainable Freight Rail: Comparing Freight Rail Systems and Services In the United States and China
2024
Author(s): Shao Z, Niu T, Yan J
This analysis of the China and U.S. freight railways focused on the managing structure, physical infrastructure, and major policy guidance of the two systems. While the network and facilities are relatively similar, notable differences exist in their managing framework.
The report shows in a dynamic global landscape, most countries are progressing in the energy transition, with the centre of gravity moving towards developing nations.
A Global Review of Patent Data for Smart Grid Technologies
2024
Author(s): International Energy Agency
The report analyses trends in smart grid technology innovation, detailing the timing, locations, and subsectors of these advancements. By examining innovation at the city level it uncovers the geographical model of smart grid innovation.
High-Emitting Sectors: Challenges and Opportunities for Low-Carbon Suppliers
2024
Author(s): World Economic Forum
This report provides analysis from the suppliers’ perspective on the value chain, decarbonization pathways, challenges and opportunities for scaling-up zero-emission technologies.
Vertical Take-off? Cost Implications and Industrial Development Scenarios for the UK SAF Mandate
2024
Author(s): Sandford C, Malins C
The report examines the cost implications of the proposed SAF mandate targets from an industrial development perspective.
Real-World Motor Vehicle Exhaust Emissions in Delhi and Gurugram Using Remote Sensing
2024
Author(s): Narla A, Bernard Y, Dallmann T, Bhatt A
The study finds that vehicles certified to the newest emission standard, Bharat Stage (BS) VI, show significant improvements in tailpipe emissions across all pollutants and vehicle types measured. At the same time, real-world emissions from BS VI vehicles in many cases remain higher than type-approval limits.
Energy Efficiency Policy in Azerbaijan: A Roadmap
2024
Author(s): International Energy Agency
To support Azerbaijan's journey towards greater efficiency across its economy, this report examines the country's energy efficiency status. It provides a series of recommendations, in the form of a summary roadmap, designed to offer inputs on energy efficiency strategy formulation and policymaking over the coming decades to 2040.
Green Shipping Corridors: Screening First Mover Candidates for China’s Coastal Shipping Based on Energy Use and Technological Feasibility
2024
Author(s): Mao X, Zhou Y, Meng Z, Cho H J
This study investigates the potential for green shipping corridors (GSCs) in China’s coastal shipping area, using hydrogen, methanol, ammonia, and batteries.
Technologies to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Automotive Steel in the United States and the European Union
2024
Author(s): Bui A, Isenstadt A, Zhou Y, Bieker G, Negri M
This report examines the technologies and actions available to reduce the emissions associated with automotive steel manufacturing. The report discusses current steel production pathways and their associated GHG emissions. Next, it describes pathways for producing fossil fuel-free steel interchangeably called “green” steel herein.



