In:
American Economic Review, American Economic Association, Vol. 105, No. 5 ( 2015-05-01), p. 226-231
Abstract:
This paper examines the relationship between income, pollution, and mortality in China from 1991-2012. Using first-difference models, we document a robust positive association between city-level GDP and life expectancy. We also find a negative association between city-level particulate air pollution exposure and life expectancy that is driven by elevated cardiorespiratory mortality rates. The results suggest that while China's unprecedented economic growth over the last two decades is associated with health improvements, pollution has served as a countervailing force.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0002-8282
DOI:
10.1257/aer.p20151094
Language:
English
Publisher:
American Economic Association
Publication Date:
2015
detail.hit.zdb_id:
203590-X
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2009979-4
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