To develop circular economy is an important way to implement sustainable development strategies. This paper discusses the theoretical origin of the circular economy, and clarifies the mechanism development of circular...To develop circular economy is an important way to implement sustainable development strategies. This paper discusses the theoretical origin of the circular economy, and clarifies the mechanism development of circular economy. Combined with the status quo of China＇s economic development, it analyzed the facing problems in the development of circular economy. Our country has carried on the positive exploration and practice in the use of the concept of circular economy to promote sustainable development, and China＇s circular economy is transferred from the start-up phase to promote the establishment of policy mechanisms. Circular economy strategy will also begin to implement in some of China＇s mega-cities. Faced with the arrival of the circular economy, we should look to a higher level up to explore how people should take effective measures to turn challenges into opportunities.展开更多
The importance of carbon emissions reduction notwithstanding,the issue of its inequality should also elicit the urgent attention of scholars.This paper first evaluates the carbon inequality between urban and rural are...The importance of carbon emissions reduction notwithstanding,the issue of its inequality should also elicit the urgent attention of scholars.This paper first evaluates the carbon inequality between urban and rural areas based on a panel dataset of 30 provinces in China from 2006 to 2019.Then we quantitively investigate the role of digital economy development in reducing carbon inequality.We further explore the possible moderating role of residential disposable income in the rural areas and the impact channels in the nexus between digital economy development and carbon inequality.We find that(1)the relationship between digital economy development and carbon inequality is negative,and digital economy development exerts a significant mitigating impact on carbon inequality.(2)The nexus between digital economy development and carbon inequality is heterogeneous in terms of capital:provinces endowed with lower levels of social and human capital tend to exhibit a stronger connection between digital economy development and carbon inequality.(3)Rural residential disposable income can not only reduce carbon inequality,but can also show a synergistic effect with digital economy development,which means the interaction between rural residential disposable income and digital economy development also restricts carbon inequality significantly.(4)Digital economy development works on carbon inequality by increasing environmental regulation and technology innovation,and these two channels show a mitigating impact on carbon inequality.We propose several policy implications to accelerate the reduction of carbon inequality and the improvement of digital economy development.展开更多
A story of how east China’s Zhejiang Province protects and develops its big sea area.DRIVEN by the highly potential“blue market,”China’s coastal provinces are now taking measures to promote marine economy developm...A story of how east China’s Zhejiang Province protects and develops its big sea area.DRIVEN by the highly potential“blue market,”China’s coastal provinces are now taking measures to promote marine economy development.展开更多
A case study is presented of a regional development model for valley economies in the mountain areas of Beijing, China. The nature and framework of the valley economy model are described and the development of the mod...A case study is presented of a regional development model for valley economies in the mountain areas of Beijing, China. The nature and framework of the valley economy model are described and the development of the model, which is specific to the mountain areas of Beijing, is analyzed. Five different valley economy models applied in the Beijing mountain areas are compared. The major purpose of the valley economy model is to develop the regional economy, including the selection of appropriate industries, the allocation of industrial space, the establishment of supply chains and the integration of various industries. Pilot experiments using the valley economy model have been conducted in seven counties(districts) in Beijing: Pinggu, Huairou, Changping, Mentougou, and Fangshan districts, and Yanqing and Miyun counties. Five models for developing the Beijing mountain areas have been explored, including: creative cultural industries, characteristic industry clusters, the promotion of large tourist areas, natural scenic tourism and folk cultural tourism. Each model has its own unique features and potential to help in the regional development of mountain areas.展开更多
This paper aims to interpret the connotation of high-quality development of tourism economy(HQTE)from the perspective of the new development concepts of innovation,coordination,green,openness and sharing,and then to e...This paper aims to interpret the connotation of high-quality development of tourism economy(HQTE)from the perspective of the new development concepts of innovation,coordination,green,openness and sharing,and then to evaluate the spatial differenti-ation of China’s HQTE based on provincial panel data from 2009 to 2018.Specifically,we employ the spatial convergence model to ex-plore the absolute and conditionalβconvergence trends of HQTE in the whole country and the eastern,central and western regions of China.Our empirical results reveal that:1)within the decade,from 2009 to 2018,regions of China with the highest HQTE index is its eastern region followed by the central region and then the western region,but the fastest growing one is the western region of China fol-lowed by the central region and then the eastern region.2)Whether or not the spatial effect is included,there are absolute and condition-alβconvergence in HQTE in the whole country and aforementioned three regions.3)The degree of government attention as well as the level of economic development and location accessibility are the positive driving factors for the convergence of HQTE in the whole country and the three regions.The degree of marketization and human capital have not passed the significance test either in the whole country or in the three regions.The above conclusions could deepen the understanding of the regional imbalance and spatial conver-gence characteristics of HQTE,clarify the primary development objects,and accomplish the goal of China’s HQTE.展开更多
[ Objective] The study aimed to analyze the harmonious development of economy in Niyang River basin under environmental constraint. [ Method] According to the principles of index definition like balance, diversity, co...[ Objective] The study aimed to analyze the harmonious development of economy in Niyang River basin under environmental constraint. [ Method] According to the principles of index definition like balance, diversity, comparability and so forth, we constructed the indicator system of harmonious development of economy in Niyang River basin firstly, then empirically analyzed the status quo of harmonious development of economy in the basin by using factor analysis method. Finally, some suggestions for promoting the harmonious development of economy in Niyang River ba- sin were put forward. [ Results] Three first-class indicators, containing nine secondary-class indicators, were included in the indicator system of har- monious development of economy in Niyang River basin, namely ecological economic, rural non-agricultural development and service economic indi- cator. To promote the harmonious development of economy in Niyang River basin lies in further improving and developing its ecological economy, rural non-agricultural development and service economy. [ Condusion] The research could provide scientific references for the harmonious develop- ment of economy and protection of ecological environment in Niyang River basin.展开更多
This paper selects China's provincial panel data from 2011 to 2020,uses the entropy method to calculate the high-quality development index of the private economy,and studies the spatial impact of digital inclusive...This paper selects China's provincial panel data from 2011 to 2020,uses the entropy method to calculate the high-quality development index of the private economy,and studies the spatial impact of digital inclusive finance on the high-quality development of the private economy based on the SDM model.The results show that:digital inclusive finance development has a positive effect on the high-quality development of the private economy in various provinces and cities,while it has a negative inhibitory effect on the high-quality development of the private economy in neighboring provinces and cities.In terms of spatial heterogeneity,digital inclusive finance in North China,East China,and Central and South China has a significant role in promoting the high-quality development of the private economy.The effect of North China,East China,and Central South is decreasing in order,while digital inclusive finance in Northwest China has a significant effect on the private economy.High-quality development has a negative effect.This paper provides empirical evidence and policy directions for the high-quality development of private enterprises in the context of the digital economy in the new era.展开更多
The recently held China International Circular Economy Exhibition demonstrated various environmentalprotection technologies, such as toilet water recycling, clothes and floor files made from waste,
This paper elaborates the basic theory on recycle economy and analyzes the relationship between recycle economy and the sustainable development. On this foundation, it proposes the principle and the appraisal model of...This paper elaborates the basic theory on recycle economy and analyzes the relationship between recycle economy and the sustainable development. On this foundation, it proposes the principle and the appraisal model of establishing the index system of sustainable development appraisal.展开更多
By the mid-1990s, following nearly a century of struggles-two worldwars, continuous coups and clashes, and 40 years of Cold War with itsnuclear threat-mankind seemingly entered a new period of peace, stabili-
Zhangjiagang, located on the southern side of the lower reaches of the Yangtse River, is a coastal industrial city that in emerging is the process of the country’s reform and opening-up drive. The city enjoys an idea...Zhangjiagang, located on the southern side of the lower reaches of the Yangtse River, is a coastal industrial city that in emerging is the process of the country’s reform and opening-up drive. The city enjoys an ideal location as it is in the economically-developed region composed of Suzhou., Wuxi and Changzhou, with Shanghai to the east, Wuxi to the west, Suzhou to the south and Nantong to the north. Since it was upgraded into a city in 1986, Zhangjiagang has been taking advantage of its展开更多
In the Eighth Five-Year Plan period, Ji-angsu Province achieved remarkable de-velopment in foreign trade and economy.Seizing the good opportunity, the provincespeeded up its reform and opening to theoutside, and fulfi...In the Eighth Five-Year Plan period, Ji-angsu Province achieved remarkable de-velopment in foreign trade and economy.Seizing the good opportunity, the provincespeeded up its reform and opening to theoutside, and fulfilled its goal of developingin a sustained and healthy manner. Foreigntrade and economy grew into a key sector ofthe province’s economy. Jiangsu’s exports saw a rapid展开更多
On Sept.27, 2005, China Certification and Accreditation Association was set up, which was a sign of standardization and legalization for China certification and accreditation. Furthermore, its main task includes suppo...On Sept.27, 2005, China Certification and Accreditation Association was set up, which was a sign of standardization and legalization for China certification and accreditation. Furthermore, its main task includes supporting fairness, gaining credit, promoting development and building a harmonious society.展开更多
Financial economy plays an important role in the construction of social production, and the operation and development of enterprises cannot be separated from the guidance of modern financial economy, which plays a dec...Financial economy plays an important role in the construction of social production, and the operation and development of enterprises cannot be separated from the guidance of modern financial economy, which plays a decisive role in the sustainable and healthy development of enterprises. Based on this, it is of practical significance to study the impact of modern financial economy on enterprises and the future development direction. This paper explores the essential role of modern financial economy, seeks new ways and directions for the development of enterprises, and strives to lay a solid foundation for the future development of Chinese enterprises.展开更多
Mid-Year Marine Economy Report Developing the marine economy and building China into a maritime powerhouse are of great significance for China’s socio-economic sustainable development,as well as for advancing its mod...Mid-Year Marine Economy Report Developing the marine economy and building China into a maritime powerhouse are of great significance for China’s socio-economic sustainable development,as well as for advancing its modernization drive.Recently released data from the Ministry of Natural Resources shows that during the first half of 2025,despite a complex and volatile external environment,China’s marine economy withstood the pressure and maintained a steady and positive development trend.展开更多
Since the“Twelfth Five-Year Plan”,global tidal energy,tidal current energy,wave energy,ocean thermal energy conversion(OTEC),and salinity gradient power technologies have experienced a new surge in development.China...Since the“Twelfth Five-Year Plan”,global tidal energy,tidal current energy,wave energy,ocean thermal energy conversion(OTEC),and salinity gradient power technologies have experienced a new surge in development.China has also been promoting marine energy development through technology research and development,demonstration projects,and industrial planning.Against the backdrop of developing the marine economy and building a strong maritime nation,the development of ocean energy is of great significance for actively and prudently advancing carbon peaking and carbon neutrality,boosting high-quality economic and social development,and gaining an edge in the new round of technological revolution.展开更多
Background: Open prostatectomy (OP) is still relatively common in developing countries and remains a useful benchmark against which the minimal access surgical techniques are compared. This study aims to document the ...Background: Open prostatectomy (OP) is still relatively common in developing countries and remains a useful benchmark against which the minimal access surgical techniques are compared. This study aims to document the indications and outcomes of OP in a typical developing economy. Method: The records of patients with benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) who had OP in our university teaching hospital between July 2004 and June 2014 were retrospectively reviewed. Some analyzed parameters include the demographic characteristics, indications, pre-operative work-up, anaesthetic techniques, OP type, complications, histopathology results and follow-up duration. Results: A total of 247 cases were studied. Mean age was 67 years while the commonest surgery indication was recurrent acute urinary retention. Average prostate specific antigen (PSA) was 8.4 ng/ml while hypertension was the most common comorbidity (44.1%). Regional anaesthesia was mainly used (79.4%) while retropubic prostatectomy was the commonest OP type done (58.7%). The enucleated specimen weighed above 60 g in 91.9% of cases. All our patients were able to micturate spontaneously with urine stream above 20 mls/second on follow-up one week after discharge. Mean duration of hospital admission and follow-up were 7 days and 9 months respectively. Complications occurred in 90 patients (36.4%), of which surgical site infections were the commonest (9.8%). There was 0.4% mortality. Histopathology results showed BPH (95.5%), (incidental) prostate adenocarcinoma (2.4%) or prostatic intra-epithelial neoplasia (2.1%). Conclusion: OP remains an important therapeutic option for management of BPH in developing countries partly due to relatively large prostate size and presence of BPH complications from late presentationin many patients. The surgery is efficient and has relatively low morbidity and minimal mortality.展开更多
Industrial sites are selected in many of the developing countries without taking into consideration some pertinent criteria that are directly affecting the sustainability of such industries in the locations after comm...Industrial sites are selected in many of the developing countries without taking into consideration some pertinent criteria that are directly affecting the sustainability of such industries in the locations after commissioning. Industries are located in some areas based on political influence rather than facility availability that support industry＇s productivity. In this study a criteria model was developed for assessing the present industrial site locations based on predetermined influencing factors called criteria. In the model provision was made for the sorting out of deficient influencing factors for the purpose of upgrading them to the minimum level required called benchmark through periodical allocation of appropriate funds. In validating the model, identified industrial sites located in selected States of Nigeria were surveyed. Data were collected on factors such as power supply, marketability and raw malerial availability which were considered influential to the sustainability of industry＇s site in the respective areas. Data were analysed for the criteria identified along the line of industrial categories which included large-, medium-, and small-scales. Benchmarks, as well as levels of criteria in the respective regions were determined using statistical weighted averages and the results were used as input to the model. The output results of the model showed that none of the industrial sites located in the selected six States of the South-Western Nigeria were productivity supportive. However, a good performance was achieved in a site with a budget of S13 million （US Dollars） for the upgrading of the deficient facilities in the next three years.展开更多
文摘To develop circular economy is an important way to implement sustainable development strategies. This paper discusses the theoretical origin of the circular economy, and clarifies the mechanism development of circular economy. Combined with the status quo of China＇s economic development, it analyzed the facing problems in the development of circular economy. Our country has carried on the positive exploration and practice in the use of the concept of circular economy to promote sustainable development, and China＇s circular economy is transferred from the start-up phase to promote the establishment of policy mechanisms. Circular economy strategy will also begin to implement in some of China＇s mega-cities. Faced with the arrival of the circular economy, we should look to a higher level up to explore how people should take effective measures to turn challenges into opportunities.
基金the Chunhui Project of Ministry of Education of China(Grant No.HZKY20220005).
文摘The importance of carbon emissions reduction notwithstanding,the issue of its inequality should also elicit the urgent attention of scholars.This paper first evaluates the carbon inequality between urban and rural areas based on a panel dataset of 30 provinces in China from 2006 to 2019.Then we quantitively investigate the role of digital economy development in reducing carbon inequality.We further explore the possible moderating role of residential disposable income in the rural areas and the impact channels in the nexus between digital economy development and carbon inequality.We find that(1)the relationship between digital economy development and carbon inequality is negative,and digital economy development exerts a significant mitigating impact on carbon inequality.(2)The nexus between digital economy development and carbon inequality is heterogeneous in terms of capital:provinces endowed with lower levels of social and human capital tend to exhibit a stronger connection between digital economy development and carbon inequality.(3)Rural residential disposable income can not only reduce carbon inequality,but can also show a synergistic effect with digital economy development,which means the interaction between rural residential disposable income and digital economy development also restricts carbon inequality significantly.(4)Digital economy development works on carbon inequality by increasing environmental regulation and technology innovation,and these two channels show a mitigating impact on carbon inequality.We propose several policy implications to accelerate the reduction of carbon inequality and the improvement of digital economy development.
文摘A story of how east China’s Zhejiang Province protects and develops its big sea area.DRIVEN by the highly potential“blue market,”China’s coastal provinces are now taking measures to promote marine economy development.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.4120112941125005)+2 种基金the Hunan Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12JJ3037)the Hunan Provincial Philosophy and Social Sciences Foundation of China(Grant No.11JD06)the Hengyang Normal University Youth Foundation in Hunan Province of China(Grant No.11A27)
文摘A case study is presented of a regional development model for valley economies in the mountain areas of Beijing, China. The nature and framework of the valley economy model are described and the development of the model, which is specific to the mountain areas of Beijing, is analyzed. Five different valley economy models applied in the Beijing mountain areas are compared. The major purpose of the valley economy model is to develop the regional economy, including the selection of appropriate industries, the allocation of industrial space, the establishment of supply chains and the integration of various industries. Pilot experiments using the valley economy model have been conducted in seven counties(districts) in Beijing: Pinggu, Huairou, Changping, Mentougou, and Fangshan districts, and Yanqing and Miyun counties. Five models for developing the Beijing mountain areas have been explored, including: creative cultural industries, characteristic industry clusters, the promotion of large tourist areas, natural scenic tourism and folk cultural tourism. Each model has its own unique features and potential to help in the regional development of mountain areas.
基金Under the auspices of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42001156)。
文摘This paper aims to interpret the connotation of high-quality development of tourism economy(HQTE)from the perspective of the new development concepts of innovation,coordination,green,openness and sharing,and then to evaluate the spatial differenti-ation of China’s HQTE based on provincial panel data from 2009 to 2018.Specifically,we employ the spatial convergence model to ex-plore the absolute and conditionalβconvergence trends of HQTE in the whole country and the eastern,central and western regions of China.Our empirical results reveal that:1)within the decade,from 2009 to 2018,regions of China with the highest HQTE index is its eastern region followed by the central region and then the western region,but the fastest growing one is the western region of China fol-lowed by the central region and then the eastern region.2)Whether or not the spatial effect is included,there are absolute and condition-alβconvergence in HQTE in the whole country and aforementioned three regions.3)The degree of government attention as well as the level of economic development and location accessibility are the positive driving factors for the convergence of HQTE in the whole country and the three regions.The degree of marketization and human capital have not passed the significance test either in the whole country or in the three regions.The above conclusions could deepen the understanding of the regional imbalance and spatial conver-gence characteristics of HQTE,clarify the primary development objects,and accomplish the goal of China’s HQTE.
基金Supported by the Scientific Research Foundation for Young Scholar of Tibet Agriculture and Animal Husbandry College(201109)
文摘[ Objective] The study aimed to analyze the harmonious development of economy in Niyang River basin under environmental constraint. [ Method] According to the principles of index definition like balance, diversity, comparability and so forth, we constructed the indicator system of harmonious development of economy in Niyang River basin firstly, then empirically analyzed the status quo of harmonious development of economy in the basin by using factor analysis method. Finally, some suggestions for promoting the harmonious development of economy in Niyang River ba- sin were put forward. [ Results] Three first-class indicators, containing nine secondary-class indicators, were included in the indicator system of har- monious development of economy in Niyang River basin, namely ecological economic, rural non-agricultural development and service economic indi- cator. To promote the harmonious development of economy in Niyang River basin lies in further improving and developing its ecological economy, rural non-agricultural development and service economy. [ Condusion] The research could provide scientific references for the harmonious develop- ment of economy and protection of ecological environment in Niyang River basin.
文摘This paper selects China's provincial panel data from 2011 to 2020,uses the entropy method to calculate the high-quality development index of the private economy,and studies the spatial impact of digital inclusive finance on the high-quality development of the private economy based on the SDM model.The results show that:digital inclusive finance development has a positive effect on the high-quality development of the private economy in various provinces and cities,while it has a negative inhibitory effect on the high-quality development of the private economy in neighboring provinces and cities.In terms of spatial heterogeneity,digital inclusive finance in North China,East China,and Central and South China has a significant role in promoting the high-quality development of the private economy.The effect of North China,East China,and Central South is decreasing in order,while digital inclusive finance in Northwest China has a significant effect on the private economy.High-quality development has a negative effect.This paper provides empirical evidence and policy directions for the high-quality development of private enterprises in the context of the digital economy in the new era.
文摘The recently held China International Circular Economy Exhibition demonstrated various environmentalprotection technologies, such as toilet water recycling, clothes and floor files made from waste,
文摘This paper elaborates the basic theory on recycle economy and analyzes the relationship between recycle economy and the sustainable development. On this foundation, it proposes the principle and the appraisal model of establishing the index system of sustainable development appraisal.
文摘By the mid-1990s, following nearly a century of struggles-two worldwars, continuous coups and clashes, and 40 years of Cold War with itsnuclear threat-mankind seemingly entered a new period of peace, stabili-
文摘Zhangjiagang, located on the southern side of the lower reaches of the Yangtse River, is a coastal industrial city that in emerging is the process of the country’s reform and opening-up drive. The city enjoys an ideal location as it is in the economically-developed region composed of Suzhou., Wuxi and Changzhou, with Shanghai to the east, Wuxi to the west, Suzhou to the south and Nantong to the north. Since it was upgraded into a city in 1986, Zhangjiagang has been taking advantage of its
文摘In the Eighth Five-Year Plan period, Ji-angsu Province achieved remarkable de-velopment in foreign trade and economy.Seizing the good opportunity, the provincespeeded up its reform and opening to theoutside, and fulfilled its goal of developingin a sustained and healthy manner. Foreigntrade and economy grew into a key sector ofthe province’s economy. Jiangsu’s exports saw a rapid
文摘On Sept.27, 2005, China Certification and Accreditation Association was set up, which was a sign of standardization and legalization for China certification and accreditation. Furthermore, its main task includes supporting fairness, gaining credit, promoting development and building a harmonious society.
文摘Financial economy plays an important role in the construction of social production, and the operation and development of enterprises cannot be separated from the guidance of modern financial economy, which plays a decisive role in the sustainable and healthy development of enterprises. Based on this, it is of practical significance to study the impact of modern financial economy on enterprises and the future development direction. This paper explores the essential role of modern financial economy, seeks new ways and directions for the development of enterprises, and strives to lay a solid foundation for the future development of Chinese enterprises.
文摘Mid-Year Marine Economy Report Developing the marine economy and building China into a maritime powerhouse are of great significance for China’s socio-economic sustainable development,as well as for advancing its modernization drive.Recently released data from the Ministry of Natural Resources shows that during the first half of 2025,despite a complex and volatile external environment,China’s marine economy withstood the pressure and maintained a steady and positive development trend.
文摘Since the“Twelfth Five-Year Plan”,global tidal energy,tidal current energy,wave energy,ocean thermal energy conversion(OTEC),and salinity gradient power technologies have experienced a new surge in development.China has also been promoting marine energy development through technology research and development,demonstration projects,and industrial planning.Against the backdrop of developing the marine economy and building a strong maritime nation,the development of ocean energy is of great significance for actively and prudently advancing carbon peaking and carbon neutrality,boosting high-quality economic and social development,and gaining an edge in the new round of technological revolution.
文摘Background: Open prostatectomy (OP) is still relatively common in developing countries and remains a useful benchmark against which the minimal access surgical techniques are compared. This study aims to document the indications and outcomes of OP in a typical developing economy. Method: The records of patients with benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) who had OP in our university teaching hospital between July 2004 and June 2014 were retrospectively reviewed. Some analyzed parameters include the demographic characteristics, indications, pre-operative work-up, anaesthetic techniques, OP type, complications, histopathology results and follow-up duration. Results: A total of 247 cases were studied. Mean age was 67 years while the commonest surgery indication was recurrent acute urinary retention. Average prostate specific antigen (PSA) was 8.4 ng/ml while hypertension was the most common comorbidity (44.1%). Regional anaesthesia was mainly used (79.4%) while retropubic prostatectomy was the commonest OP type done (58.7%). The enucleated specimen weighed above 60 g in 91.9% of cases. All our patients were able to micturate spontaneously with urine stream above 20 mls/second on follow-up one week after discharge. Mean duration of hospital admission and follow-up were 7 days and 9 months respectively. Complications occurred in 90 patients (36.4%), of which surgical site infections were the commonest (9.8%). There was 0.4% mortality. Histopathology results showed BPH (95.5%), (incidental) prostate adenocarcinoma (2.4%) or prostatic intra-epithelial neoplasia (2.1%). Conclusion: OP remains an important therapeutic option for management of BPH in developing countries partly due to relatively large prostate size and presence of BPH complications from late presentationin many patients. The surgery is efficient and has relatively low morbidity and minimal mortality.
文摘Industrial sites are selected in many of the developing countries without taking into consideration some pertinent criteria that are directly affecting the sustainability of such industries in the locations after commissioning. Industries are located in some areas based on political influence rather than facility availability that support industry＇s productivity. In this study a criteria model was developed for assessing the present industrial site locations based on predetermined influencing factors called criteria. In the model provision was made for the sorting out of deficient influencing factors for the purpose of upgrading them to the minimum level required called benchmark through periodical allocation of appropriate funds. In validating the model, identified industrial sites located in selected States of Nigeria were surveyed. Data were collected on factors such as power supply, marketability and raw malerial availability which were considered influential to the sustainability of industry＇s site in the respective areas. Data were analysed for the criteria identified along the line of industrial categories which included large-, medium-, and small-scales. Benchmarks, as well as levels of criteria in the respective regions were determined using statistical weighted averages and the results were used as input to the model. The output results of the model showed that none of the industrial sites located in the selected six States of the South-Western Nigeria were productivity supportive. However, a good performance was achieved in a site with a budget of S13 million （US Dollars） for the upgrading of the deficient facilities in the next three years.
