Analysing the complexity of the petrochemical network
Penny explains C-THRU's work to reveal the complex connections of the petrochemical network in our monthly researcher meeting.
Projects
What to Do about Plastics? Lessons from a Study of United Kingdom Plastics Flows
1/3 of related GHG emissions could be reduced by increasing recycling capacity and reducing demand.
Greenhouse gas emissions from nitrogen fertilizers could be reduced by up to one-fifth of current levels by 2050 with combined interventions
Emissions from global fertilisers could be cut by 84% with a combination of policy solutions and technological measures.
Model-based Analysis of Ammonia Production Processes for Quantifying Energy Use, Emissions, and Reduction Potentials
New study assesses the emissions reductions of actions to improve the efficiency of existing ammonia production processes.
Ammonia Production Processes from Energy and Emissions Perspectives: A Technical Brief
Ammonia is a key chemical produced at large volumes to meet vast global demands for products such as fertilisers. Its production underpins the modern agricultural sector and also...
The Economic Superorganism
C-THRU’s regular seminars continued in June with a presentation on “The Economic Superorganism” from Dr. Carey King. The goal for C-THRU series of presentations is to build further...
Can we have plastics without emissions?
To discuss detailed C-THRU research updates, further the team’s knowledge, and promote collaboration, the C-THRU researchers have been holding regular seminars. Dr André Cabrera Serrenho (Demand for chemical products)...
Plastics and climate change—Breaking carbon lock-ins through three mitigation pathways
The plastic industry is dependent on fossil fuels in various ways that result in strong “carbon lock-ins” throughout the value chain and large and growing CO2 emissions. The industry...
Interdependence of Growth, Structure, Size and Resource Consumption During an Economic Growth Cycle
Scientists and economists often seek to understand the linkages among natural resources consumption and the cost of resources in tandem with the growth rate, size, and structure of...
IPCC Sixth Assessment Report, Climate Change 2022: Mitigation of Climate Change
“The IPCC was created to provide policymakers with regular scientific assessments on climate change, its implications and potential future risks, as well as to put forward adaptation and mitigation...