The Transformation and Development of Green and Low-Carbon Consumption under the Dual Carbon Background

Abstract

As the proportion of consumption in China's gross domestic product (GDP) increases and its role as a driving force for economic growth strengthens, the impact of consumption on the resource environment and carbon dioxide emissions is becoming increasingly evident. Production is for consumption, and consumption in turn promotes production; consumption determines production and guides the direction and development trend of production. Green and low-carbon consumption is not only the responsibility of consumers, but also puts forward higher requirements for producers: the whole process from the procurement of raw materials, product production and circulation, product use, recycling of end-of-life products and final treatment and disposal are all based on low-carbon standards, forcing the supply-side structural reform to promote green and low-carbon development. The government can guide green and low-carbon consumption by setting up incentives and constraints, increasing the supply of green products, organizing government procurement, and taking the lead in policy measures, but the fundamental measure is to raise the public's awareness of environmental protection and consciously practice green and low-carbon consumption.