No significant link between Industry 4.0 and energy consumption or energy intensity

To what extent does the digitalization of industrial and manufacturing processes (Industry 4.0) improve energy efficiency and thus reduce energy intensity? A team from the Research Institute for Sustainability (RIFS) analyzed developments across 10 industrial manufacturing sectors in China between 2006 and 2019. Their findings show that contrary to the claims of many policymakers and industry associations, digitalization may not automatically lead to anticipated energy savings in manufacturing and industry in China.

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