Allocation of carbon emission permits in heterogeneous complex network systems: A DEA-based study among China's industrial sectors

Mingjun Li, Xiang Ji, Bo Zhang

Abstract: Highlights•Allocation of emission permits (AEP) in heterogeneous network systems is studied.•Energy consumption structure heterogeneity is integrated into the DEA-AEP model.•The proposed model simultaneously maximizes outputs and minimizes energy inputs.•An empirical study for industrial sectors in china is demonstrated.