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Monash Report 2024 – Goal 7
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2024 Publications Performance View

In 2024 Monash University researchers produced 400 publications related to SDG 7, with a mean Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI) of 1.72.

What is Field-Weighted Citation Impact?

Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI) refers to the ratio of the actual number of citations received by a research output and the total citations expected based on the average of the subject field. An FWCI value of 1 may be interpreted as having ‘world average impact’. Thus, a publication with an FWCI of more than 1 indicates higher than expected citations based on the global average for similar publications. As FWCI reflects citations received to date, a publication’s FWCI value may fluctuate over time.

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Monash University's contributions to clean energy and hydrogen sector View

Monash University is actively contributing to the development of clean energy technologies and the hydrogen sector in Australia through various initiatives:

The Climateworks Centre at Monash University is modeling scenarios to reduce emissions cost-effectively, emphasising renewable hydrogen's role in Australia's energy future.
Monash University is developing an online tool for estimating life-cycle emissions in hydrogen production, supporting green hydrogen production principles.
Researchers at the Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute, including Professor Chris Greening, Professor Jill Banfield, and Dr Bob Leung, have discovered how archaea use hydrogen gas for energy, potentially inspiring new industrial hydrogen production methods.

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‘Self-healing’ solar cells could become reality View

Professor Udo Bach from Monash Engineering, along with researchers from the University of Oxford and the City University of Hong Kong, has co-authored a study on 'self-healing' solar cells. This breakthrough could lead to more reliable and efficient perovskite solar cells, which are crucial for the global transition to sustainable energy. The study, published in Nature, introduces a novel strategy to enhance the stability and performance of perovskite solar cells through a 'self-healing' mechanism.

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This innovation addresses critical issues related to defect passivation in perovskites, resulting in solar cells with 25.1% power conversion efficiency and remarkable stability under accelerated ageing tests.

Read the full article in Monash Engineering News

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Electrified reactor cuts emissions by 60 per cent in key industries View

Monash engineers, led by Professor Akshat Tanksale from the ARC Research Hub for Carbon Utilisation and Recycling and the Woodside Monash Energy Partnership, have developed an electrified reactor that significantly reduces emissions in industries such as chemical manufacturing, fertiliser production, and hydrogen generation. This reactor, which uses custom 3D-printed monoliths and is powered by renewable energy, can cut carbon emissions by 60% and improve efficiency by converting 96% of methane into usable energy.

The innovation offers a sustainable alternative to traditional high-temperature processes that rely on fossil fuels, facilitating decarbonisation without compromising productivity or profitability.

Read the full article in Monash Engineering News

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Electric aircraft potential as Monash commercialises new battery technology View

Monash University engineers, including Maleesha Nishshanke, Dr Petar Jovanović, and Professor Mainak Majumder from the Monash Nanoscale Science and Engineering Lab (NSEL) and the ARC Research Hub for Advanced Manufacturing with 2D Materials, have developed an ultra-fast charging lithium-sulfur (Li-S) battery.

This breakthrough technology, published in Advanced Energy Materials, could power long-haul electric vehicles, commercial drones, and potentially electric aircraft. The Li-S batteries are lighter, double the energy density of conventional lithium-ion batteries, and are a greener alternative.

The research, supported by the US Air Force Office of Sponsored Research, positions Australia as a leader in the expanding Li-S battery market, with potential economic and job growth benefits.

Read the full article in Monash Engineering News

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Advancing energy transition through behaviour and efficiency View

Monash University researchers are advancing the energy transition through behaviour change, renewable energy adoption, and energy efficiency:

BehaviourWorks Australia evaluated the Low Income Energy Efficiency Program (LIEEP) to assess incentives for energy upgrades, suggesting a HECS-type scheme to aid low-income households.
The Climateworks Centre used the AusTIMES model to explore renewable energy deployment with battery storage as a cost-effective emissions reduction strategy.
The Centre also emphasised integrating home electrification with insulation improvements to accelerate decarbonisation, supporting policies like the National Energy Performance Strategy.

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Australia's clean energy future relies on large-scale electricity storage View

Associate Professor Guillaume Roger from Monash University's Faculty of Business and Economics authored a white paper highlighting the critical role of large-scale electricity storage in achieving Australia's clean energy targets. The report, launched in conjunction with the Monash Energy Institute, outlines policy recommendations and reforms necessary for efficient storage operation and investment. These include implementing Locational Marginal Pricing, a day-ahead market, and promoting forward contracting.

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The research emphasises the need for new financial instruments and further research to support a renewable-centric energy market, aiming to meet Australia's ambitious clean energy goals.

Read the full article in Monash News

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Engineers unlock lithium from extreme environments View

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Monash engineers, led by Dr Zhikao Li from the Monash Suzhou Research Institute and the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, have developed a groundbreaking technology for direct lithium extraction from extreme environments. This innovation, known as EDTA-aided loose nanofiltration (EALNF), allows for the simultaneous extraction of lithium and magnesium from brines, making the process more sustainable and efficient.

The technology addresses the growing demand for lithium, crucial for sustainable technologies, and offers a solution to potential future shortages by enabling access to previously untappable sources. The method also produces freshwater as a by-product, addressing environmental concerns associated with traditional extraction methods.