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A multilayered framework for advancing rapid and cost-effective electric power system decarbonization.

Jian Shi¹, Zirui Tong², Dan Wang³

¹Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Houston, 4222 Martin Luther King Boulevard, TX 77204, USA.

|May 18, 2026

Summary

Achieving electric power system decarbonization requires integrating policy, markets, and consumer engagement. This study proposes a novel three-layer framework with feedback loops for coherent, adaptive, and equitable pathways.

Keywords:

decarbonization electric power systems energy burden energy transition net-zero

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Area of Science:

Environmental Science
Energy Policy
Systems Engineering

Background:

Decarbonizing electric power systems is crucial for climate change mitigation.
Current approaches often isolate policy, markets, technology, and consumer behavior.
This fragmentation hinders the development of cohesive decarbonization strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose a unified, feedback-oriented framework for balanced power system decarbonization.
To link carbon accountability and policy design, carbon-electricity market integration, and consumer engagement.
To establish a structured research agenda for effective decarbonization.

Main Methods:

Development of a three-layer framework with bidirectional feedback channels.
Integration of carbon accountability, market mechanisms, and consumer behavior.
Analysis of interdependencies across framework layers.

Main Results:

A closed-loop governance structure enabling dynamic interaction between policy, markets, operations, and consumers.
Identification of essential and complementary research areas.
Demonstration of modular implementation possibilities.

Conclusions:

The proposed framework offers a structured approach to power system decarbonization.
It facilitates dynamic adaptation and informed decision-making across stakeholders.
This research agenda supports rapid, resilient, and socially equitable energy transitions.