The CO_2 emission reduction benefits of Chinese energy policies and environmental policies; A case study for Shanghai, period 1995-2020

摘要

The international literature has paid much attention to so-called 'fringe benefits' of greenhouse gas (GHG) policies. The concept is that GHG emission reduction in developing countries will also reduce local air pollution. On the basis Of this concept, it is argued that it is possible to achieve simultaneously a reduction of local air pollution and a Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. In reality, however, there is a sequence to the policy agenda. First the Apparent local air pollution problems are tackled then the more distant greenhouse gas problem is considered.