The role of human capital in driving renewable energy and sustainable development in India

IF 3.8 3区经济学 Q3 ENERGY & FUELS

Utilities Policy Pub Date : 2025-05-17 DOI:10.1016/j.jup.2025.101969

P.P. Nisamudheen, K. Hassan Shareef

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Abstract

This study explores the relationship between human capital and energy conservation in India from 1980 to 2022 using the ARDL model to assess short- and long-term effects. The findings, validated through DOLS, indicate that higher human capital reduces total energy consumption while increasing renewable energy use. Unlike prior research linking human capital to productivity and overall energy demand, this study highlights its role in driving renewable energy adoption. The results emphasise the significance of strengthening human capital to support energy conservation and sustainability, aiding India's transition toward a cleaner energy mix and reinforcing the need for investment in education.

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人力资本在推动印度可再生能源和可持续发展中的作用

本研究利用ARDL模型对1980 - 2022年印度人力资本与节能之间的关系进行了研究，以评估其短期和长期影响。通过DOLS验证的研究结果表明，较高的人力资本降低了总能源消耗，同时增加了可再生能源的使用。与以往将人力资本与生产力和整体能源需求联系起来的研究不同，本研究强调了人力资本在推动可再生能源采用方面的作用。研究结果强调了加强人力资本以支持能源节约和可持续性、帮助印度向更清洁的能源结构过渡以及加强教育投资的重要性。

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Utilities Policy ENERGY & FUELS-ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

CiteScore

6.80

自引率

10.00%

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审稿时长

66 days

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