"Low-carbon economy" means that the energy structure adjustment, the adjustment of industrial structure and technological innovation, promote a series of industry development and growth.

“低碳经济”意味着能源结构的调整、产业结构的调整以及技术的革新，推动一系列产业发展壮大。

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Economists have long seen patents as important to driving innovation and economic growth in an economy.

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It includes promoting research and innovation, and creating incentives in growth sectors like the clean energy economy.

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The concept was developed by Johnathan Holifield co-founder of The America21 Project, a national initiative connecting African and Latino Americans to the 21st century Innovation Economy, through STEM education, high-growth entrepreneurship and private capital formation and investment.

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