Core Viewpoint - Green consumption is fundamentally about supporting environmentally friendly products, enterprises, and industries, directly driving the development of the green economy while maximizing resource efficiency and minimizing environmental impact [1][2] Group 1: Definition and Importance of Green Consumption - Green consumption is defined as consumption behavior characterized by resource conservation and environmental protection, emphasizing thrift, waste reduction, and the selection of efficient, eco-friendly products and services [1] - The economic significance of green consumption lies in its ability to guide enterprises to enhance research and application of green technologies, thus promoting the overall transition of the economic system towards sustainability [1][2] Group 2: Current Incentive Mechanisms for Green Consumption - Existing green consumption incentive mechanisms in China include fiscal subsidies and tax incentives, financial support and innovation, price mechanism effects, and market-driven incentives [1] - In Sichuan, various measures have been implemented to promote green consumption, such as upgrading the old-for-new subsidy policy and providing low-interest loans and insurance for purchasing new energy vehicles and energy-efficient appliances [1][2] Group 3: Quantification and Evaluation of Green Consumption Behavior - The "Green Behavior Bank" concept is proposed as a financial-oriented incentive mechanism that quantifies low-carbon behaviors into points for rewards, facilitating cross-regional and cross-scenario point redemption [2] - The successful implementation of such a system requires continuous policy support and a user-friendly reward structure to maintain user engagement [2] Group 4: Steps for Improving Green Consumption Incentive Mechanisms - The improvement of green consumption incentive mechanisms should consider temporal differences, with initial focus on education, followed by increased economic incentives, and ultimately achieving market-driven long-term mechanisms [2] - Regional differences must also be taken into account, with suggestions for Sichuan to develop eco-tourism and support local green product production through targeted incentives [2] Group 5: Establishing a Unified Green Product Certification System - The establishment of a unified green product certification system is crucial to reduce consumer confusion and enhance market trust, addressing the current issue of multiple certification standards [2] - A national-level information platform is recommended to publicize certification standards and results, combating "greenwashing" and improving consumer awareness of unified certifications [2]
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Si Chuan Ri Bao·2025-08-03 22:17