Demystifying electric aircraft’s role in aviation decarbonization: Are first-generation electric aircraft cost-effective?
Transportation Research Part D Transport and Environment,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
130, С. 104191 - 104191
Опубликована: Апрель 13, 2024
This
paper
compares
the
operating
costs
of
first-generation
electric-powered
aircraft
with
those
their
conventional
counterparts.
We
develop
a
cost
model
that
incorporates
both
fixed
and
variable
to
evaluate
convenience
short-haul
routes
electric
aircraft.
find
have
higher
than
However,
reductions
in
price,
maintenance
requirements,
battery
replacement
costs,
due
consolidation
this
technology,
could
soon
make
it
convenient
deploy
19-seat
on
regional
routes.
Conversely,
most
promising
prospects
for
larger
are
anticipated
medium-term
advent
second-generation
featuring
significant
technological
enhancements.
Substitution
is
expected
limited
contribution
aviation
emissions
reduction
short-term
–
approximately
0.1%
from
intra-European
flights
but
increase
substantially
following
upgrades
technology
medium-to-long
term.
Язык: Английский
Locating Electrified Aircraft Service to Reduce Urban Congestion
Information,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
15(4), С. 186 - 186
Опубликована: Март 29, 2024
The
relentless
expansion
of
urban
populations
and
the
surge
in
e-commerce
have
increased
demand
for
rapid
delivery
services,
leading
to
an
increase
truck
traffic
that
contributes
congestion,
environmental
pollution,
economic
inefficiencies.
critical
challenge
this
poses
is
not
only
managing
spaces
efficiently
but
also
aligning
with
global
sustainability
goals.
This
study
addresses
pressing
need
innovative
solutions
reduce
reliance
on
transportation
congested
areas
without
compromising
efficiency
freight
systems.
a
novel
approach
leverages
electrified
autonomous
aircraft
(EAA)
cargo
shuttles
shift
bulk
air
transportable
from
road
air,
specifically
targeting
underutilized
airports
establishing
vertiports
remote
locations.
By
applying
data
mining
techniques
analyze
flow
data,
research
identifies
key
commodity
categories
metropolitan
statistical
(MSAs)
where
implementation
EAA
services
could
significantly
mitigate
truck-induced
congestion.
findings
reveal
select
few
commodities
MSAs
can
potentially
decrease
traffic,
electronics
emerging
as
dominant
category,
cities
like
Los
Angeles
Chicago
prime
candidates
initial
service
deployment.
Stakeholders
planning,
logistics,
policy
will
find
study’s
insights
beneficial.
work
lays
foundation
future
innovations
sustainable
mobility
logistics.
Язык: Английский
Aviation in the EU Emissions Trading System: How Has it Affected Value Distribution Among Key Stakeholders?
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2024
Язык: Английский
Assessing green hydrogen potential and utilization for sustainable energy production in Serbia
Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
16(6)
Опубликована: Ноя. 1, 2024
The
paper
provides
a
comprehensive
examination
of
resources
available
for
the
deployment
green
hydrogen
in
Serbia.
assessment
encompasses
various
aspects,
including
renewable
energy
potentials,
technological
advancements,
and
future
projections.
evaluation
considers
factors
such
as
solar
wind
power
capacities,
which
are
pivotal
production.
Additionally,
study
delves
into
policy
landscape,
addressing
initiatives
aimed
at
fostering
integration
Serbia's
matrix.
analysis
combines
quantitative
data
on
production
capacities
with
qualitative
insights
economic
environmental
implications
utilization.
While
nation
boasts
abundant
resources,
challenges
high
costs
infrastructure
limitations
hinder
widespread
adoption.
However,
strategic
Serbia
can
overcome
these
hurdles
pave
way
sustainable
economy.
Assessing
potential,
driven
by
over
24
095
MWp
from
10
750
wind,
highlights
nation's
capacity
to
harness
set
grow
1915
tons
2019
37
,123
2040.
findings
aim
contribute
ongoing
discourse
transitions
role
evolving
landscape.
Язык: Английский