Spatial-Temporal Evolution Characteristics of Industrial Carbon Emissions in China’s Most Developed Provinces from 1998–2013: The Case of Guangdong

Industry is widely valued as an important contributor to carbon emissions. Therefore, it of great significance analyze the industrial emissions (ICE) in Guangdong, strongest province China. We have adopted emission accounting model and standard deviational ellipse analysis temporal spatial characteristics evolution trends industry amount intensity Guangdong from 1998 2013. The study results include: (1) Due rapid development industry, Guangdong’s ICE showed a steady growth trend; (2) distribution were characterized by trend taking Pearl River Delta (PRD) region center gradually spreading surrounding areas. From perspective sectors, can be divided into type, fluctuant basically stable decrease type; (3) pattern same that total output value, is, southwest-northeast pattern. This work helpful for China’s peak, especially formulation peak policy sustainable environment.