Comparison of the Strategic Factors of Enterprises in China and the United States in the Process of Green Transformation

Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow, United Kingdom

^* Corresponding author: 2613007S@student.gla.ac.uk

Abstract

The electricity industry is one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gases, which makes reducing carbon emissions critical to mitigating climate change. In response, renewable energy sources like wind, solar, and hydropower are replacing traditional sources such as oil and natural gas. Traditional energy companies are undertaking green transformations to invest in sustainable facilities that require significant capital and practice, making it an area for study and improvement. This essay examines the green transformation process in the power industries of China (China Three Gorges Corporation (CTG)) and the United States (NextEra Energy (NEE)), essential for reducing carbon emissions. Chinese companies experience political interference, which limits their flexibility in industrial layout and capital allocation. However, they have established an information system combining employee management and electronic human resources systems, enabling relatively ideal human efficiency. American companies have higher market flexibility, allowing them to negotiate agreements with the government and trade unions to ensure stable and efficient human-to-efficiency ratios during the transformation process. Future research should identify factors that influence the green transformation process and, develop strategies to overcome potential obstacles. Comparative studies of power industries in other countries could provide insights into improving the efficiency of green transformations.