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Complex network analysis of carbon emission transfers under global value chains
1School of Business, Jiangnan University, Jiangsu Province, No. 1800, Lihu Avenue, Wuxi, 211189, People's Republic of China. evaking0525@msn.cn.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research International
|February 19, 2022
Summary
Global value chain carbon emissions are shifting due to China
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Economics
- Network Analysis
Background:
- Global value chains (GVCs) facilitate complex international trade, leading to significant carbon emission transfers.
- Understanding these transfers is crucial for global environmental policy and sustainable development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the structure and drivers of carbon emission transfers within global value chains.
- To investigate the impact of China's emissions and technological disparities on these transfers.
Main Methods:
- Complex network analysis to map emission flows.
- Quadratic assignment procedure (QAP) to identify influencing factors.
Main Results:
- The global carbon emission transfer network evolved from a bipolar to a tripolar structure, significantly influenced by China's rising emissions.
- Evidence suggests an Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) for transfers from high- to low-income countries and a U-shaped relationship in the reverse direction.
- Technological gaps, particularly in patent applications, were identified as a key factor in emission transfers.
Conclusions:
- China's growing emissions have reshaped global carbon transfer networks.
- Income level and technological disparities significantly influence the direction and magnitude of carbon emission transfers.
- Policy interventions addressing technological gaps are essential for mitigating carbon transfers in GVCs.
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