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Green effect of energy transition policy: A quasi-natural experiment based on new energy demonstration cities

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  • Yu, Zhichao
  • Xie, Wenlan
  • Guo, Junjie
  • Yang, Zhongyu

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In the context of China's rapid urbanization and pressing environmental challenges, this study evaluates the effectiveness of the New Energy Demonstration Cities initiative in fostering sustainable urban development. Employing a quasi-experimental design, the study specifically analyzed the impact of this initiative on urban green development, quantified through the metric of Green Total Factor Productivity (GTFP). The findings reveal significant improvements in GTFP, indicating enhanced air pollution control and energy use efficiency through targeted government intervention and industrial upgrading, moderated by financial development. These results not only challenge the efficacy of broad, non-specific policies but also underscore the importance of precision in policy targeting. The study highlights how well-crafted, localized energy policies can drive substantial gains in sustainable urban growth, offering crucial insights for global policymakers and urban planners. This research extends the discourse on policy effectiveness in environmental management, suggesting pivotal areas for future investigation.

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  • Yu, Zhichao & Xie, Wenlan & Guo, Junjie & Yang, Zhongyu, 2024. "Green effect of energy transition policy: A quasi-natural experiment based on new energy demonstration cities," Finance Research Letters, Elsevier, vol. 66(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:finlet:v:66:y:2024:i:c:s1544612324006998
    DOI: 10.1016/j.frl.2024.105669
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