Reducing the variation of environmental footprint estimates based on multiregional input–output databases
Reducing the variation of environmental footprint estimates based on multiregional input–output databases
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基于多区域投入产出数据库减少环境足迹估算的变化
DOI:
10.1108/sampj-01-2014-0006
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发表时间:
2014
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通讯作者:
H. Wilting
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作者:
R. Hoekstra;B. Edens;Daan B. Zult;H. Wilting
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to study reducing the variation of environmental footprint estimates based on multiregional input–output (MRIO) databases. Footprint estimates from various MRIO databases sometimes vary significantly. As a result, conclusions about the absolute levels or trends of a footprint may be inconsistent. The sources of these variations are attributable to three phases in the footprint calculations: differences in data preparation, MRIO database construction and footprint calculation. Design/methodology/approach – This paper provides a literature overview and a breakdown of the computation of footprints based on MRIO database. Based on these insights, strategies that lead to lower variation in footprint estimates are formulated. Findings – Convergence of footprint estimates require enhanced cooperation amongst academics, among statisticians and between academics and statisticians. Originality/value – Reducing the variation in footprint estimates is a major challenge. This pap...