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Spatiotemporal patterns and regional disparities in the coupling and coordination between green finance and ecological environment in China

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Existing studies predominantly explore the link between green finance and ecological environment but overlook their dynamic spatiotemporal evolution and regional disparities. This study optimizes the coupling coordination degree (CCD) model and employs methods such as the Dagum This study innovates by optimizing the CCD model and integrating spatial econometrics with dynamic distribution methodologies to measure the coupling coordination dynamics in China from 2013 to 2022. Findings reveal an overall upward trend but significant regional disparities. The Eastern region exhibits a “high-high” clustering effect, while the Central and Western regions face a “low-low” lock-in, reflecting a “Matthew effect.” Green innovation and environmental governance improve coordination level, whereas resource consumption hinders it, with varying regional impacts. These insights inform targeted strategies, emphasizing regional cooperation and innovation-driven policies for balanced development.

Source: Frontiers in Environmental Science

DOI: 10.3389/fenvs.2025.1508830

Authors: Zebin Liu, Wei Xiang, Jingjing Wang, Wanxue Chen, Yi Zhou

Institutions: Huainan Normal University, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics

Language: English

Topic: Sustainable Finance and Green Bonds

Subfield: Finance

Field: Economics, Econometrics and Finance

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Climate action

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,801