Article
Thermodynamics
Toshiyuki Sueyoshi, Jingjing Qu, Aijun Li, Xiaohong Liu
Summary: Previous research indicates that technological disparities have increased in Chinese provinces over time, reducing the overall contribution of technological progress in addressing environmental issues. The main factors contributing to technology inequality are cross-group inequality and within-group efficiency Gini coefficient, explaining the growing disparities across Chinese regions.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ling Zhang, Shen Yang, Zhanfeng Dong
Summary: Resource recycling industry is crucial for promoting circular economy and the sustainable development of this industry requires support from the financial system. This paper calculates the financial support efficiency (FSE) of listed companies in the industry, explores disparities in FSE among different sub-industries and property right types, and tests the convergence of FSE. The study finds that China's resource recycling industry had good overall FSE (0.849) during 2016-2020, but showed a slight downward trend. There were significant differences in FSE among sub-industries and between non-state-owned and state-owned companies. The industry and sub-industries did not show sigma convergence, but showed absolute and conditional beta convergence. Several suggestions are proposed to improve FSE in the industry.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kirsi M. Manz, Ulrich Mansmann
Summary: This study explored the geographical evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic using inequality indices, finding less inequality between European countries compared to other continents. The absolute Gini index showed unfavorable development in four continents since February 2020. The use of inequality indices to monitor changes in geographic inequality over time for key health indicators is a valuable tool to inform public health policies.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Fang Chen, Tao Zhao, Hongmei Xia, Xiaoyan Cui, Zhiyuan Li
Summary: This study proposes a carbon emission quota allocation scheme for China in 2030 based on the entropy method, Super-SBM model, and ZSG-DEA model. It finds that economic development level and carbon emission efficiency are the main contributors to carbon emission quota allocation, and the quotas decrease gradually from the southeast coastal area to the northwest area. Some provinces experience a surplus in carbon emission quotas while others face significant pressure in emission reduction, suggesting the need for differentiated strategies and regional coordinated development.
CLEAN TECHNOLOGIES AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaoye Li, Yixuan Tang, Pingsheng Liu, Zhengrong Cheng
Summary: This paper aims to fill the gap in existing research on the internal causes of inter-regional differences in carbon emission efficiency. By accurately measuring China's dynamic carbon emission efficiency of industrial energy, the study found that the efficiency is increasing and overall energy efficiency is at a high level. Long-term gaps are mainly attributed to regional differences and transvariation intensity. The study also highlights the importance of efficiency change and technological change in improving carbon emission efficiency.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yanan Guo, Qiong Tong, Zhengjiao Li, Yuhao Zhao
Summary: This paper investigates the allocation of carbon emission quotas for 18 railway bureaus in China, proposing a model based on equity and efficiency principles. Through econometric and scenario analysis, the study predicts carbon emissions from 2021 to 2030 and suggests using a combination of principles to promote railway industry development. The results indicate regional disparities in carbon emission quotas, with implications for emission reduction coordination and market construction in the railway transport sector.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaodan Zhang, Kaicheng Liao, Xianghong Zhou
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the present status and regional characteristics of China's agricultural carbon emissions (ACE). The findings indicate that the dynamic efficiency of ACE is in an efficient state, but both technological change and technological efficiency change show declining trends. Regional differences are identified as the main cause of the long-term gap in ACE dynamic efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Weijun He, Bin Zhang
Summary: This study investigates the equality of carbon dioxide emissions allowances (CEA) allocation among Chinese provinces in 2030, finding that the egalitarian criterion plays a crucial role in constructing allocation schemes. Different schemes lead to diverse allocation results, and using emission intensity as a proxy for the efficiency criterion can improve the equality of allocation results.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mingyu Li, Libin Cao, Can Wang, Bofeng Cai
Summary: Subnational climate actors will have an increasingly important role in global climate actions. However, there is a trade-off between equity and efficiency when distributing nationally determined contributions (NDCs) to subnational actions. In this study, a two-staged carbon quota allocation method is proposed, considering both equity and efficiency principles. Using China as a case study, the allocation method significantly improves provincial carbon emission efficiency without compromising equity. The approach shows promising application potential in breaking down NDCs into subnational shares.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Rong Cao, Xuehui Chen, Jianmin Jia, Hui Zhang
Summary: Understanding equity and travelers' behavior is crucial for the development of expressways. This study proposes a framework to analyze the equity and travel behavior of expressway users using ETC data. The results show significant inequity in expressway service and complex travel patterns of users.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yonglong Cheng, Baihe Gu, Xianchun Tan, Hongshuo Yan, Yuhui Sheng
Summary: In order to balance China's socio-economic development and emission reduction goals, a fair and effective provincial carbon emission allowance (CEA) allocation is necessary. This study designed a dynamic multi-criteria CEA allocation model based on four criteria and evaluated the efficiency and fairness of the CEA scheme through various methods. The national overall CEA is expected to peak during the 15th Five-Year Plan period, with different regions facing varying levels of emission reduction pressure.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Xiaoling Huang, Yan Wei, Hui Sun, Jiaqi Huang, Yingyao Chen, Jingliang Cheng
Summary: This study evaluates equity and effectiveness of MRI services and provides evidence-based knowledge for decision-making and optimization at the provincial level.
COST EFFECTIVENESS AND RESOURCE ALLOCATION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dan Zhao, Xiangwei Chen, Yanlong Han, Yikai Zhao, Xiuli Men
Summary: Ensuring the matching status of agricultural water and land resources is crucial for grain production, and the influence of water footprint should be taken into consideration in studies. By constructing coefficient models, the matching degree of water and land resources can be assessed, providing important implications for the spatial optimal allocation of agricultural water and land resources.
Article
Environmental Sciences
X. Zhang, X. Zhou, K. Liao
Summary: This study analyzes the spatial evolution and regional differences of China's agricultural carbon emission efficiency (ACEE) and finds that ACEE in China is relatively low and exhibits spatial agglomeration. Moreover, the regional gap in ACEE is primarily contributed by intra-group differences and variations between regions, while the absolute difference within regions is expanding.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Muzzamil Hussain Khattak, Muhammad Asif Khan, Sameer Ud Din, Muhammad Zaheer Khan, Muhammad Faisal Habib
Summary: Parks, playgrounds, and green spaces promote active lifestyles and help reduce obesity problems in Pakistan. However, the lack of walking facilities and inequitable transportation systems in urban areas hinder physical activities. This study analyzes walking accessibility to green spaces and provides interventions to enhance societal equity.
AIN SHAMS ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Rheumatology
Jiazhen Zheng, Xihao Huang, Jinghan Huang, Bingyao Meng, Furong Li, Huamin Liu, Liren Chen, Rui Zhou, Mengchen Zou, Xianbo Wu
Summary: This study evaluated the association between glycemic control and the risk of symptomatic knee osteoarthritis in a community-based cohort of older adults. The findings suggest that diabetes, poor glycemic management, and long-term diabetes are potential risk factors for knee osteoarthritis. The study also highlights the importance of targeting blood glucose in addition to bodyweight as a preventive measure for knee osteoarthritis.
ARTHRITIS CARE & RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Economics
Jingjing Li, Xianming Wu
Summary: Enterprises in emerging markets increasingly prioritize social responsibility alongside economic development. However, existing literature lacks research on the relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and acquirer returns in cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&As). This study examines 214 cross-border M&As in China from 2010 to 2019 and categorizes CSR into four components. The findings indicate that supplier and consumer responsibility, as well as the social contribution of enterprises, significantly promote acquirer returns in cross-border M&As, while shareholder responsibility and environmental responsibility have negative effects. This conclusion may be specific to the Chinese context of cross-border M&As.
APPLIED ECONOMICS LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jianguo Sun, Bin Li, Long Hu, Junjun Guo, Xufeng Ling, Xuliang Zhang, Chi Zhang, Xianxin Wu, Hehe Huang, Chenxu Han, Xinfeng Liu, Youyong Li, Shujuan Huang, Tom Wu, Jianyu Yuan, Wanli Ma
Summary: Solution processable semiconductors like organics and emerging lead halide perovskites (LHPs) are ideal candidates for photovoltaics. This study investigates a novel device architecture involving block copolymer/perovskite hybrid bulk heterointerfaces, which enhances light absorption, energy level cascade, and provides a thin hydrophobic layer to improve carrier generation and prevent moisture invasion. The resulting hybrid solar cell exhibits high efficiency and stability, and the approach can be extended to other LHPs.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Kunyu Wang, Xianguo Wu, Limao Zhang, Xieqing Song
Summary: A robust multi-step TBM attitude prediction approach named convolutional gated-recurrent-unit neural network (C-GRU) is proposed in this research and the random balance design Fourier amplitude sensitivity test method is used for sensitivity analysis to reveal the interaction between input and output of the C-GRU model. A tunnel construction project in Singapore is taken as an example to prove the robustness and effectiveness of the proposed approach. Results indicate that the length of the output sequence of the model can maintain high robustness and accuracy within 21 steps.
ADVANCED ENGINEERING INFORMATICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shaocheng Liu, Zhenyu Guo, Xianxin Wu, Xinfeng Liu, Zijian Huang, Liang Li, Jinwen Zhang, Huanping Zhou, Ling-Dong Sun, Chun-Hua Yan
Summary: By investigating the influence of bifunctional zwitterions on the crystallization kinetics of quasi-2D perovskites, this study provides useful directions for tuning the crystallization kinetics, leading to high-performance perovskite LEDs. The zwitterions act as co-spacer organic species and inhibit the aggregation of colloidal precursors, resulting in a more concentrated n distribution and improved energy transfer efficiency. The achieved high-efficiency blue LEDs have a recorded external quantum efficiency of 15.6% at 490 nm and prolonged operation stability of 55.3 min.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Gang Wang, Zhipeng Chen, Hui Yan, Tao Xuan, Mengyan Wu, Xue Zhu, Tong Ding, Li Ding, Xingang Ren, Xianliang Wu, Huaiwu Zhang
Summary: Low-temperature co-fired ceramics technology (LTCC) has significant advantages in packaging, integration, and interconnection. This study successfully sintered ZnZrNb2O8 ceramics with a single phase using the LBBS sintering aid, which resulted in excellent microwave dielectric properties. This provides potential candidates for LTCC applications.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2023)
Letter
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Daniel Nyarko Hukportie, Fu-Rong Li, Rui Zhou, Jia-Zhen Zheng, Xiao-Xiang Wu, Xian-Bo Wu
DIABETES & METABOLISM JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Jinxing Lu, Xianhua Wu, You Wu
Summary: In a changing climate, ship speed optimization is crucial for energy conservation and emission reduction. To establish a dual-objective optimization model, the study considers fuel costs, berthing costs, emission costs, and fixed costs during sailing cycles, and takes into account emission reduction strategies using MGO fuel in emission control areas and AMP devices in ports. The PSO algorithm is used to find the Pareto solution set, and the TOPSIS algorithm is applied to screen the optimal compromise solution. The model is validated using the trans-Pacific route of Yang Ming, and the results demonstrate its effectiveness in reducing operating costs and controlling carbon emissions.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Xianguo Wu, Yuan Cao, Weicheng Liu, Yabo He, Gang Xu, Zhen-Song Chen, Yang Liu, Miroslaw J. Skibniewski
Summary: Traditional buildings cause problems such as high energy consumption, pollution, resource waste, and environmental damage. Therefore, a green building evaluation system based on the physical building framework is crucial to achieve energy savings and fit sustainable development. This study constructs a building greenness evaluation system combining BIM data model and expert knowledge, and validates its applicability. The method expresses and transmits IFC information in terms of components, materials, equipment, and environmental quality impact, and constructs a BIM-based building performance design data information conversion and greenness evaluation process.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Mathematics, Interdisciplinary Applications
Xianjun Wu, Mingqiu Wang, Wenting Hu, Guo-Liang Tian, Tao Li
Summary: When dealing with data containing outliers or heavy-tailed distributions, traditional least squares with penalty function is not suitable. With the development of science and technology, high-dimensional data with strong correlation and redundancy has been generated. Therefore, it is necessary to find an effective variable selection method based on robust techniques to handle collinearity. This paper proposes a penalized M-estimation method based on standard error adjusted adaptive elastic-net, which utilizes M-estimators and their standard errors as weights. The theoretical proof demonstrates the consistency and asymptotic normality of this method. The proposed method reduces dimensionality using multi-step adaptive elastic-net in high-dimensional space and selects variables and estimates parameters using the proposed method. Simulation studies and real data analysis confirm the finite sample performance advantages of the proposed method compared to other commonly used methods.
JOURNAL OF SYSTEMS SCIENCE & COMPLEXITY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rui Wang, Chao He, Mingsheng Hao, Fazheng Chong, Zhilong Zhao, Xianhua Wu, Zhengjun Tu, Tao Fan, Yinshi Li
Summary: One of the goals in developing high-performance flow batteries is to improve the activity and durability of electrodes. In this study, a particle-bonded catalyst-modified electrode was developed based on an understanding of the interface behaviors in flow batteries. This electrode effectively combines the catalyst and electrode base using a particle-form binder, resulting in enhanced reaction kinetics and reduced mass transport resistance.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yueqi Li, Zhexue Chen, Xuanping Zhou, Xianxin Wu, Zhican Zhou, Zhangqiang Li, Liuyang Xiao, Qian Liu, Xinfeng Liu, Yong Zhang
Summary: This paper describes a method for the facile fabrication of monolayer molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) supported by porous anodic alumina (PAA) membranes. The PAA-MoS2 and PAA-Au-MoS2 structures, with nanopore/nanosphere supports, exhibit significantly enhanced optical performances compared to silicon wafer-supported MoS2.
ADVANCED OPTICAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Huiyan Sun, Ziye Wang, Rui Wang, Si Chen, Xinyu Ni, Fu Gao, Yazhao Zhang, Yiwei Xu, Xianxin Wu, Tianya Li
Summary: In this study, the presence of stem rust resistance genes in 65 commercial wheat cultivars from Hebei Province was determined using gene postulation, pedigree analysis, and molecular detection. The results revealed the presence of 6 Sr genes (Sr5, Sr17, Sr24, Sr31, Sr32, Sr38, and SrTmp) in 46 wheat cultivars, with Sr31 being the most common. This study is important for breeding wheat cultivars resistant to stem rust.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Business, Finance
Xianhua Wu, Ji Guo, Shunfeng Song
Summary: Since January 2018, the U.S. and China have been engaged in trade disputes with steep tariffs imposed on imports. This paper provides empirical research on the economic losses resulting from these disputes, using input-output models and assumptions. The study reveals that the trade disputes have significantly affected global trading and caused substantial economic losses. It also identifies the countries and industries highly sensitive to the disputes, serving as a reference for assessing losses in similar events.
INTERNATIONAL REVIEW OF ECONOMICS & FINANCE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rui Zhou, Fu-Rong Li, Kuan Liu, Rui-Dian Huang, Hua-Min Liu, Ze-Lin Yuan, Jia-Zhen Zheng, Meng-Chen Zou, Xian-Bo Wu
Summary: This study examined the association between visit-to-visit blood pressure variability and incident diabetes risk in a Chinese population. It found that higher variability in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure was independently associated with increased risk of diabetes, and the risk was even higher when both were present together.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Simon Rabaa, Robert Wilken, Sylvie Geisendorf
Summary: Energy efficiency measures are crucial for combating climate change, but rebound effects may undermine their effectiveness. This study finds that prior energy efficiency behavior does not hinder subsequent climate-friendly behavior, which is determined by individual demographics and environmental attitudes.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
James R. Meldrum, Patricia A. Champ, Hannah Brenkert-Smith, Christopher M. Barth, Abby E. McConnell, Carolyn Wagner, Colleen Donovan
Summary: This study reassessed a previous study using a richer dataset and found that individuals with lower incomes are less likely to participate in cost-sharing programs, and even if they do participate, they contribute a lower share. This indicates potential economic equity concerns.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Daniel Rueb
Summary: This paper examines the distributional effects of the European Commission's Fit-for-55 package at the household level in seven EU countries and finds that a household-size specific lump-sum refund can mitigate the negative distributional effects of a carbon tax and reduce overall inequality.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Correction
Ecology
Anke Jacksohn, Miguel Angel Tovar Reanos, Frank Pothen, Katrin Rehdanz
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Pierre Chiaverina, Sophie Drogue, Florence Jacquet
Summary: This study investigates the impact of farmers' participation in different short food supply chains (SFSCs) on synthetic pesticide use and crop yields. The findings show that farmers who sell part of their crops through direct-to-consumer channels use significantly fewer synthetic pesticides compared to those who sell through long food supply chains. However, there is no evidence that farmers involved in direct-to-retailer channels use significantly fewer synthetic pesticides. Additionally, there is no indication that SFSC participation affects crop yields.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Kangyin Dong, Yang Liu, Jianda Wang, Xiucheng Dong
Summary: This study uses the generalized method of moments (GMM) model to explore the relationship between the digital economy and energy vulnerability in 110 economies. The findings suggest that the digital economy effectively reduces energy vulnerability, with digital infrastructure and social impact being the main contributors. Furthermore, the digital economy helps upgrade the industrial structure and financial development level, thereby reducing energy vulnerability. Additionally, the negative impact of the digital economy on energy vulnerability is more significant in regions with higher income levels.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Romain Espinosa, Nicolas Treich
Summary: This study examines a simple model of consumption of animals with altruistic behavior towards animals. The model reveals a public good issue, where the market equilibrium leads to low quality and excessive quantity of animal lives when they are not worth living. The implications of the findings and the significance of the modeling choices for future economic research on animal welfare are discussed.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Arianna Buratto, Lorenzo Lotti
Summary: Finding ways to steer consumers towards vegetarian and plant-based meals is important for reducing the environmental impact of diets. In this study, we investigated the use of nudges in restaurants to increase sales of vegetarian and plant-based dishes. We found that removing symbols for these dishes increased sales, while adding a low emissions symbol had no effect. However, when the nudge was made transparent through a statement, sales significantly increased. These findings support the use of nudges as cost-effective interventions to address unsustainable food consumption in the hospitality sector.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Emmanuel Paroissien, Timothy K. M. Beatty, Antoine Nebout
Summary: This article provides empirical evidence that the opportunity cost of time explains the frequency of household food waste. The study found that proxies for the opportunity cost of time were positively correlated with the probability of reporting wasting food.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Jefim Vogel, Gauthier Guerin, Daniel W. O'Neill, Julia K. Steinberger
Summary: This study explores the vulnerability of livelihoods to a reduction in economic output and introduces a novel analytic framework to describe their relationship. The study finds that the vulnerability is not inevitable but arises from insecurity in wage labor, adequate incomes, and pensions. These conditions are primarily due to profit maximization and neoliberal welfare and labor policies. The study identifies a range of interventions to overcome this vulnerability and make stringent environmental policies socially sustainable and politically palatable.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Franziska Dorn, Simone Maxand, Thomas Kneib
Summary: Understanding the interconnected nature of rising carbon emissions and income inequality is crucial to achieve social and ecological sustainability. The distributional copula model used in this study uncovers complex interdependencies that standard linear regression techniques might hide.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Darius Corbier, Frederic Gonand
Summary: The article investigates the macroeconomic channels of transmission of the low-carbon transition in two official scenarios for the French power system under different oil price scenarios. The results show that technical progress and substitution mechanisms can drive the decarbonization of the economy and growth, with energy demand and durable goods demand being the main transmission channels.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Gloria Amaris, Stepan Vesely, Stephane Hess, Christian A. Klockner
Summary: The study of human behavior is crucial for the development of policies for sustainability. It is important to consider the possibility of spillover effects in mathematical models, as exposure to related choices can influence subsequent behavior. Our study demonstrates the existence of these spillover effects and showcases the effectiveness of discrete choice models.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Sonia Almeida Neves, Antonio Cardoso Marques, Leonardo Batista de sa Lopes
Summary: This paper investigates the impact of European Union regulations on e-waste exports. The findings suggest that taxation is ineffective in reducing e-waste exports and may even increase them. Additionally, high dependence on foreign raw materials and sub-standard waste collection systems contribute to the increase in e-waste exports. Therefore, investing in e-waste collection facilities can better utilize the valuable resources in this waste.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Gregor Semieniuk
Summary: Efforts to decouple economic growth from resource use and negative environmental impacts have yielded inconclusive results, partially due to the uncertainties in historical measurement arising from definitional changes to GDP. This study examines the impact of GDP vintages on decoupling results and finds that a significant number of countries switch between relative decoupling and recoupling, and that GDP vintages also affect environmental Kuznets curve results and the decline in global energy intensity. The inconsistencies in economic measurement introduce ambiguity into historical decoupling evidence and model projections into the future.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
