The POETICs of Industrial Carbon Dioxide Emissions in Japan
Author Information
Author(s): Stephan Scholz
Primary Institution: Global Carbon Project, International Project Office, National Institute for Environmental Studies
Hypothesis
Is there a significant effect of Japanese civil society and new institutional arrangements in the form of NPOs and regulatory initiatives, such as ISO14001 and ICLEI's Cities for Climate Protection Program, on urban level, industrial CO2 emissions when controlling for population, affluence and technology?
Conclusion
The presence of institutional drivers at the city level provides empirical support for the POETICs rubric, indicating that Japanese civil society has a role to play in carbon mitigation.
Supporting Evidence
- Membership in the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives and non-profit organizational presence have negative effects on industrial carbon dioxide emissions.
- Wealthier cities are reducing their emissions through increased efficiency.
- Significant institutional impacts were found in the predicted directions.
Takeaway
This study looks at how cities in Japan can reduce carbon emissions by using new rules and support from local groups. It shows that working together can help the environment.
Methodology
The study uses panel and cross-sectional regression analysis to assess the impact of institutional variables on industrial CO2 emissions in Japanese cities.
Limitations
The study is limited to direct industrial emissions and does not account for indirect emissions or a broader range of cases outside Japan.
Participant Demographics
The study focuses on urban areas in Japan, specifically analyzing 128 cities.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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