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Does green finance reduce environmental pollution?-a study based on China's provincial panel data
Wenhai Zhou1,2, Xiaomin Wu3, Deyu Zhou4
1School of Economics, Hebei University, Baoding, 071002, Hebei, China.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research International
|November 23, 2023
Summary
Green finance significantly reduces environmental pollution, with green credit being most effective. This approach also drives green technology innovation and industrial upgrading, crucial for sustainable development.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Economics
- Sustainable Development
Background:
- Green finance acts as a crucial link between economic activities and ecological preservation.
- It is essential for enhancing environmental quality and fostering sustainable development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of green finance on environmental pollution using a provincial panel data model.
- To explore the mediating mechanisms and regional heterogeneity of green finance's environmental effects.
Main Methods:
- Construction of an environmental pollution index system.
- Development and application of a [Formula: see text] model for empirical analysis.
- Intermediary model construction to test impact mechanisms.
Main Results:
- Green finance significantly reduces environmental pollution, with green credit showing the most pronounced effect.
- The impact varies across pollution types: most effective on solid pollution, less on air, and not significant on water pollution.
- Green technology innovation, industrial upgrading, and environmental regulation mediate the pollution reduction effects.
- The positive impact of green finance is more significant in eastern regions and carbon emission pilot areas.
Conclusions:
- Green finance is a potent tool for mitigating environmental pollution and advancing sustainable development goals.
- Policy interventions should consider targeted strategies for different financial instruments and regions.
- Further development of green finance is recommended to enhance environmental quality and achieve broader sustainability objectives.
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