Is the increasing carbon pressure an incentive or obstacle to corporate creativity? Evidence from Chinese listed firms

IF 5 2区 经济学 Q1 ECONOMICS
Zhenni Chen , Bin Li , Xinna Lou , Yilan Liang , Tong Feng
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In the context of addressing climate change, innovation is crucial for fostering low-carbon development. This study examines the relationship between carbon pressure and corporate innovation using a sample of Chinese listed firms. The results show a positive association between carbon pressure and corporate innovation, a relationship that remains robust across various tests. The impact of carbon pressure on corporate innovation is particularly strong in firms with younger executives, executives have financial backgrounds, firms that attract high levels of analyst and media attention, and those in the non-high- and new- technology and manufacturing industries. Additionally, we find that carbon pressure promotes corporate innovation by increasing government innovation subsidies and reducing corporate tax burdens. Furthermore, carbon pressure stimulates corporate green innovation and improves innovation quality. Notably, carbon pressure primarily enhances incremental innovation rather than radical innovation. Confronted with carbon pressure, firms are increasing seeking competitive advantages through innovation activities. This study contributes to the literature on the economic consequences of climate change, and provides deeper insights into the factors influencing corporate innovation. Our findings provide valuable practical insights for managers and policymakers seeking to promote innovation in response to carbon pressure.
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期刊介绍: Structural Change and Economic Dynamics publishes articles about theoretical, applied and methodological aspects of structural change in economic systems. The journal publishes work analysing dynamics and structural breaks in economic, technological, behavioural and institutional patterns.
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