Regression analysis and driving force model building of CO2 emissions in China

In recent years, global warming has become increasingly devastating, leading to severe consequences, such as extreme weather events and sea-level rise. To reduce carbon dioxide emissions, it is essential to recognize different emission sources and key driving factors. Three main carbon emission sources from the period between 1990 and 2017 were identified in China: the energy industry, fuel combustion in other industries, and industrial process. For each source, a driving force model was developed via multiple linear regression. Based on these models, forecasts of the carbon intensity and total CO2 emissions were obtained from 2018 to 2030. The results demonstrate that the CO2 emission intensity and total emissions will continue to decrease but more effort will be required to achieve the goal of Paris Agreement.

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Global warming has led to severe consequences such as extreme weather events and rising sea levels. Identifying carbon emission sources and driving factors is essential for reducing CO2 emissions. In China, the main carbon emission sources from 1990 to 2017 were energy industry, fuel combustion in other industries, and industrial processes. Forecasts indicate that while CO2 emissions will continue to decrease, more efforts are needed to achieve the Paris Agreement goals.