Temporal-spatial evolution analysis of carbon emission efficiency in the logistics industry of coastal provinces in China based on the super-efficiency SBM model

  • 0School of Civil Engineering and Transportation, Northeast Forestry University, Harbin, 150040, China.

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Summary

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Improving China

Area Of Science

  • Environmental Science
  • Economics
  • Logistics Management

Background

  • China's logistics industry is vital for national economic development, particularly in coastal provinces.
  • Rapid logistics growth in these areas leads to high carbon emissions, hindering dual carbon goals.
  • Understanding spatial dynamics of logistics carbon emission efficiency (LCEE) is crucial for sustainable development.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To analyze the temporal and spatial evolution characteristics of LCEE in China's coastal provinces.
  • To investigate the influence of neighboring provinces' LCEE on local LCEE using a spatial Markov chain model.
  • To identify key factors affecting LCEE and propose targeted strategies for improvement.

Main Methods

  • Introduction of the spatial lag factor into the Markov chain (MC) to form a spatial Markov chain (SMC).
  • Analysis of LCEE data for China's eleven coastal provinces from 2007 to 2022.
  • Examination of temporal-spatial evolution patterns and spatial clustering features of LCEE.

Main Results

  • LCEE values were generally below one, indicating untapped emission reduction potential and challenges in low-carbon development.
  • Low technical efficiency was the primary barrier to improving LCEE.
  • Significant spatial clustering (high-high) was observed, suggesting regional coordinated development, with evident spatial spillover effects.

Conclusions

  • Significant LCEE disparities exist among China's coastal provinces.
  • Regional cooperation, technological investment, and targeted policies are essential for improving LCEE.
  • Enhancing LCEE is critical for the sustainable development of the logistics industry and achieving China's carbon reduction targets.