Jiacong Li | Decarbonization | Best Researcher Award
Mr. Jiacong Li , Tsinghua University, China

Publication Profile
Suitability For The Award
Jiacong Li is a dedicated Ph.D. student at Tsinghua University, specializing in environmental science and engineering. His research focuses on energy system decarbonization, particularly through the application of carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies. His innovative approach and significant contributions position him as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
Education and Experience:
Β Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Engineering
Tsinghua University, ongoing
Β Bachelor of Engineering
Tsinghua University
Β Bachelor of Philosophy
Tsinghua University
Β Research Focus:
Energy system decarbonization, carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS)
Β Published in Applied Energy:
Assessing flexible carbon capture power plants’ synergies with renewable energy
Professional Development
Research Focus
Awards and HonorsΒ 

Β Best Researcher Award NomineeΒ β 2024
Β Research Publication in Applied EnergyΒ β 2025
Β Tsinghua-Toyota Joint Research Institute Cross-discipline Program
Β Ordos-Tsinghua Collaborative Research in Carbon Neutrality
PublicationsΒ 

Β Assessing the synergies of flexibly-operated carbon capture power plants with variable renewable energy in large-scale power systemsΒ βΒ Applied EnergyΒ (2025)
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Β Combined solar power and storage as cost-competitive and grid-compatible supply for Chinaβs future carbon-neutral electricity systemΒ βΒ Proceedings of the National Academy of SciencesΒ (2021)
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