Green Finance and Economic Growth
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https://doi.org/10.64882/ijrt.v14.iS1.1044Keywords:
Green finance, GDP dynamics, G7 economies, Sustainable transition, Panel regression, Renewable energy, green technologies, energy efficiency, carbon reductionAbstract
Green finance has emerged as a transformative mechanism that aligns economic growth with environmental sustainability. In India, where rapid industrialization and urbanization are exerting pressure on natural resources, green finance plays a crucial role in promoting low-carbon and climate-resilient development. This study explores the theoretical basis and conceptual relationship between green finance and sustainable economic growth, with particular reference to India’s major sectors such as energy, transport, manufacturing, and agriculture. “Through a review of contemporary literature, the study highlights how financial instruments, such as green bonds, green credit, and sustainability-linked investments, contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The paper concludes that effective policy frameworks, regulatory support, and increased private participation are essential for expanding the green finance ecosystem in India.
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