URBAN ENERGY TRANSITION, GREEN ENERGY ACCESS AND POLLUTION CONTROL: Empirical Evidence
- Ekundayo Peter Mesagan
- Isaac Azubuike Ogbuji
- Idimmachi Pius Amadi
- ( paper pages. 323 )
Abstract
This study addresses the
importance of balancing urban energy transition and green energy access while
promoting environmental sustainability. To this end, panel data from 28 African
nations between 1990 and 2021 were analysed using the cross-sectional augmented
ARDL (CS-ARDL) approach. The findings indicate that the combination of
urbanization, welfare, and energy transition reduces pollution in African
countries. The study highlights the significance of energy transition in
mitigating pollution arising from urban energy transition and green energy
access. Additionally, the study suggests essential policy recommendations to
foster a cleaner environment in the African region.
Citation
Ekundayo Peter Mesagan, Isaac Azubuike Ogbuji, Idimmachi Pius Amadi.
2024.
"URBAN ENERGY TRANSITION, GREEN ENERGY ACCESS AND POLLUTION CONTROL: Empirical Evidence"
The Nigerian Journal of Economic and Social Studies,
66 (2): 323.
JEL Classification
O18; P36; Q42; Q53; N57
