The Two Faces of FDI in Environmental Performance: A Meta-analysis of Empirical Evidence in China

The extant literature has raised debates concerning the environmental performance of foreign direct investment (FDI) in China. We apply meta-analysis 121 estimates reported 40 studies to quantitatively synthesize our knowledge and understanding topic. Findings indicate that FDI lead better through reducing pollution, but not green total factor productivity. meta-regression analysis reveals pollution effects is moderated by measurements, regulations consideration endogeneity empirical estimations. results are discussed with references academic practical implications.