Sustainable development through digital innovation: Unveiling the impact of big data comprehensive experimental zones on energy utilization efficiency-Reference-Cited by-同舟云学术

Sustainable development through digital innovation: Unveiling the impact of big data comprehensive experimental zones on energy utilization efficiency

Published:2024-07-04 Issue: Volume: Page:
ISSN:0968-0802
Container-title:Sustainable Development
language:en
Short-container-title:Sustainable Development

Author:

Xue Han¹,Cai Meng²,Liu Baoliu³⁴,Di Kaisheng⁵⁶⁷,Hu Jin⁸

Affiliation:

1. School of Political Science and Public Administration Henan Normal University Xinxiang China

2. Business School Nanjing University Nanjing Jiangsu China

3. School of Economics and Management Beijing University of Technology Beijing China

4. Institute of Eco‐civilization Studies Beijing University of Technology Beijing China

5. College of Management and Economics Tianjin University Tianjin China

6. College of Politics and Public Administration Qinghai Minzu Universit Xining China

7. Department of Party Committee Party School of the Qinghai Provincial Committee of CPC Xining China

8. School of Big Data Application and Economics Guizhou University of Finance and Economics Guiyang Guizhou China

Abstract

AbstractEfficient energy utilization stands as a linchpin for national energy security and sustainable development, particularly in developing countries. The transformative potential of big data in driving regional economic growth is pivotal for advancing the goals of sustainability and carbon neutrality. This study employs advanced Generalized Difference‐in‐Differences methods to investigate the enduring influence of establishing national Big Data Comprehensive Experimental Areas (BDCEAs) on energy utilization efficiency within the experimental zones from 2008 to 2020. Our findings underscore the significant role of BDCEAs in fostering sustainable energy practices and contributing to the global pursuit of harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature. Through rigorous analysis, we reveal regional variations, emphasizing the substantial impact of big data on energy utilization efficiency in specific areas, while also exploring the underlying mechanisms of industrial structure upgrading, technological innovation, and resource allocation optimization. This research enriches the understanding of factors influencing energy utilization efficiency, providing valuable insights for leveraging the digital economy to promote a greener and more sustainable future.

Publisher

Wiley

Link

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1002/sd.3112

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