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This study analyzes the impact of economic growth on air pollution in Shanghai, China, focusing on innovative techniques to reduce urban air pollution without hindering GDP growth. It examines the correlation between air quality and economic development, particularly in the context of China's transition to a market-based economy. By exploring various approaches and technologies, including bio-filtration systems and alternative fuels, it offers insights into sustainable solutions to combat air pollution in developing countries.
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The Effects of Economic Growth on Air Pollution Linear Economic Growth, Exponential Air Pollution Sean Edward Paquette Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Course: MANE-6960H01 Professor: Ernesto Gutierrez-Miravete, Ph.D. Fall 2013
Introduction • Quantitative statistics, models and data collected: Shanghai, China • Examines air quality relative to economic growth • Studies different techniques to reduce urban air pollution in developing countries without slowing gross domestic product (GDP) growth
Air Pollution in China • China is the largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world • Shanghai, China is the 6th worst city for air pollution • Four fundamental air pollutants • Carbon Monoxide; Sulfur Dioxide; Particulate Matter & Nitrogen Dioxide
Air Quality in Relationship to Economic Growth • 1978 China shifted from a centrally planned economy to a market based economy • Past 40 years China’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) increased from 5% to 10.4% • China’s total energy consumption increased 7 times in 34 years • Increase number of coal power plants to meet energy demand
Techniques & Innovative Technologies • Most efficient method to reduce pollution • Individual basis, with industry and government incentives • Example: Vehicle engine emissions • Innovative technologies • Bio-filtration systems • Public transportation • Alternative fuels
References • References are identified in report for all figures, charts and diagrams